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  • “What is the point?” Protections ignored

    “What is the point?” Protections ignored

    A document built to protect Macedon Ranges’ distinctive areas and landscapes is being “ignored” and lacks power, Macedon Ranges Shire…

  • Nurturing connection on Country

    Nurturing connection on Country

    An excited crowd of local First Nations and non-Indigenous community members gathered on Friday at Me-Mandook Galk Indigenous Education and…

  • Inquiry calls for change

    Inquiry calls for change

    The Victorian Government has been warned that the current model of volunteer wildlife rescue is unsustainable and wildlife roadstrike danger…

  • Mayor caught drink-driving, won’t stand for re-election

    Mayor caught drink-driving, won’t stand for re-election

    Macedon Ranges mayor Dom Bonanno has lost his driver’s licence after being caught speeding and drink driving in the mayoral…

  • Old hospital rebirth begins

    Old hospital rebirth begins

    Embracia Victoria has begun early works on the redevelopment of the Old Kyneton Hospital into a mixed-use destination. Director Sarah…

  • Bill to silence objectors, speed up planning

    Bill to silence objectors, speed up planning

    Victorians could be stripped of third-party planning appeal rights as the state government prepares for what it has called the…

  • Department of Justice throws BBQ for Malmsbury

    Department of Justice throws BBQ for Malmsbury

    The Department of Justice held a public forum in Malmsbury last Thursday night for its first official meeting with residents…

  • People, pets to go together

    People, pets to go together

    Castlemaine Cemetery Trust has played a role in helping to change the law regarding burials in Victoria. “We are just…

  • Stunt horses star at Cox Plate

    Stunt horses star at Cox Plate

    Two Newham horses were the proud bearers of the Australian flag at the Ladbrokes Cox Plate last month. Riders Damian…

  • “Passion alone can’t keep the lights on”

    “Passion alone can’t keep the lights on”

    Financial strain is putting Macedon Ranges’ Neighbourhood Houses at risk of closure and threatening the vital programs they provide. After…

  • Shipping a container of hope to Uganda

    Shipping a container of hope to Uganda

    For the past four months, I Am Someone founder Steve Argent has worked alongside a group of local volunteers to…

  • Free energy efficiency workshop

    Free energy efficiency workshop

    The Loddon Mallee Public Health Unit is launching free community workshops in Kyneton and Romsey to help residents improve home…