Hesket

  • Roo cull cruelty

    Roo cull cruelty

    A kangaroo found in Hesket with a large hole blown out of the side of his face by a bullet has highlighted the cruelty which can be caused by the permitted shooting of these animals in Victoria. Earlier this month, local wildlife rescuers attended the injured kangaroo. He was hiding in a pump shed (pictured),…

  • Missing dogs feared stolen

    Missing dogs feared stolen

    Five missing dogs are feared stolen after not being sighted since mid-May in the Macedon Ranges.The dogs, all desirable breeds, disappeared within two weeks of each other from Lancefield, Clarkefield, Hesket and Benloch.missing are a black staghound, two dachshunds, a tri-coloured border collie and a pure-bred husky. Owners have contacted local authorities and made a…

  • Double-rail ‘disaster’

    Double-rail ‘disaster’

    Double-rail steel safety barriers on Romsey Road have been described as a “bureaucratic mess that has made the road less safe” and a “bumper bowling lane” disaster for local wildlife. Residents say wildlife road trauma has increased on the stretch of road between Romsey and Hesket as animals find themselves trapped when attempting to cross.…

  • Bomber invasion

    Bomber invasion

    The Macedon Ranges were invaded by Bombers last week – Bombers of the football variety that is. Hundreds of young school children had the chance to catch up with Essendon’s finest from the field as they came to local footy clubs and Hanging Rock (pictured) to mix with the kids, run them through training sessions…