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Daylesford crash driver granted bail

The Mount Macedon driver charged following a fatal collision at a Daylesford pub beer garden last month, which killed five people, has been granted bail.

Next gen rescuers

A frightened and trapped wallaby was rescued from a residential street in Gisborne last month with the help of three local children.

Thefts and vandalism impact Riddell

Destruction and theft of electrical systems at Riddells Creek Recreation Reserve has caused Telstra mobile interruption and cut power to sporting venues.

Proof in the pud!

Iconic Castlemaine business Pud For All Seasons has joined forces with Amazon Australia to create a world-first 'Aussie Christmas Pudding' that launches today.

Malmsbury Reservoir bridge under repair

Malmsbury Reservoir’s picturesque access bridge is undergoing a major refurbishment of the heritage-listed structure.

Castlemaine Skate Park ‘Virtually unskateable’

Local skaters have voiced their frustration at Mount Alexander Shire Council's decision to cover the Castlemaine Skate Park in anti-graffiti paint, claiming the painted surface makes the park slippery and dangerous.

Fatal crash in Lancefield

Kyneton police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash in Lancefield early Saturday morning.

“Line in sand drawn” for DPO

Years of planning frustration in Lancefield has forced Macedon Ranges Shire councillors to admit the town's controversial development plan overlay is not...

Woodend IGA changes hands

Ritchies Supermarkets has acquired the Woodend IGA supermarket and liquor store from the Marks family.

Double award win for Foodworks Gisborne

Williamson's FoodWorks has claimed two of the most coveted awards at the Australian United Retailers Awards.

Kyneton’s golden reputation

Kyneton's premier foodie reputation has been confirmed with several local venues claiming honours at the 2023 Golden Plate Awards.

Sheep rescued after eight years in the Wombat State Forest

The fourth lost sheep survivor of a truck rollover near Daylesford eight years ago has been located and reunited with its mates at Edgar's Mission Farm Sanctuary.

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