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Petition to keep trees fails
Plans for Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan will progress despite strong objection to the removal of 10 english elm trees. The master plan includes a netball facility expansion but the preferred site option would remove the mature elms. A petition with 996 signatures has called for the Macedon Ranges Shire Council to consider an option that…
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Council backs pokies fight
Romsey residents have spoken: a majority do not support an application for 50 electronic gaming machines at Romsey Hotel. Last week, Macedon Ranges Shire Council confirmed it would again fight pokies plans for the venue based on net detriment to the community. Cr Geoff Neil said the move spoke volumes and was “supportive of the…
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Tours on Country
In honour of his father Uncle Brien Nelson’s vision, Uncle Rick proudly announces the launch of his social enterprise, Uncle Rick’s Waaman Tours. The launch party will take place at the Theatre Royal in Castlemaine on Sunday from 3pm to 6pm. Waaman Tours, led by Uncle Rick, are held out on Country and offer an…
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Castlemaine RSL future in doubt
The future of the Castlemaine RSL Sub-branch will be in doubt if the local group cannot attract new members to boost its dwindling numbers. Sub-branch president John Whiddon, secretary Barb Templar and treasurer Alan Lane said the group had taken a hit since covid with many members still reluctant to attend meetings and gatherings. “With…
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Riddell fight rears again
Riddells Creek residents are preparing to continue the fight to keep the rural identity of their town. Plans for an Amess Road Precinct Structure Plan and development are now in the hands of the state government despite Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s rejection last year. The Department of Transport and Planning has confirmed a pre-application request…
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‘Everything we need’
The first two episodes of an exciting new climate podcast, produced by Barkers Creek’s own Kyla Brettle, launched yesterday – Earth Day 2024. Often when talking about climate, the tone is bleak and the outlook dire, but Kyla’s positivity and passion for a better way to live shines throughout Everything we need – a beautifully…
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Ginger beer to kick goals for Falcons
A collaboration between Shedshaker Brewing and Mt Alexander Falcons has produced a new ginger beer that will raise money for the club and its community programs. The Falcons Non-Alcoholic Ginger Beer will be on sale through the club and at their home games, giving drinkers a big kick of ginger, a warm mark of cinnamon…
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Gisborne Golf Club destroyed in blaze
Gisborne Golf Club’s clubhouse was completely destroyed by fire in the early hours of this morning. Firefighters were called to the scene at 2.35am and took about two hours to bring the blaze under control. The cause of the fire is being investigated by CFA and police and could take several days to be determined.…
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Jessica chases Olympic dream
Jessica Dertell will be the youngest dressage rider in Australian Olympic Games team history if selected for Paris 2024. The 19-year-old from Bolinda has already met all qualifying criteria for the 2024 Paris Olympics in dressage, riding Sabble Farm owned stallion Cennin. The pair flew to Europe last Tuesday to continue their qualifying campaign in…
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Student harnesses AI
Kyneton High School student Olivia Hedge has won SpaceBase Challenge 2023 for her project using satellite imagery to measure methane emissions on Earth. Olivia led the team that claimed the $8000 NZD ($7300 AUD) prize through New Zealand organisation SpaceBase. The challenge coincided with the launch of MethaneSAT, which is a new satellite that can…
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Gardens a tourism drawcard
Macedon Ranges’ gardens have great tourism potential to be further unlocked, says Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show chairman Michael Warner. Making the move to Kyneton, Mr Warner is excited about the region’s natural beauty and possibilities it has to offer on many levels. He has more than 40 years’ experience in the horticulture industry…
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Event to showcase local producers
A new food and drink festival is coming to Castlemaine to entice food enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike with a diverse array of workshops, master classes, tours, tastings and more. Running from Thursday April 25 to Monday April 29, the Mount Alexander Tastes Showcase promises a unique experience celebrating the shire’s exceptional food and drink producers.…