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Harcourt fire not expected to expand far beyond current footprint tonight
The Ravenswood Fogarty’s Gap Road fire that has impacted Harcourt is not expected to expand far beyond its current footprint tonight, authorities have told residents. Incident controller Michael Masters explained what occurred during the fire and its current status at a community meeting this afternoon. The meeting was held at Kyneton where about 80-100 fire-threatened…
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Kyneton trainer Neil Dyer pursues Devonport Cup
Long time Kyneton racehorse trainer Neil Dyer is hoping for success in the $125,000 Devonport Cup on Wednesday. Dyer pulled off a training coup when his recent acquisition Vega Magnifico won the Bordertown Cup in mid-December. The Irish-bred seven-year-old was formerly in the Sydney stable of Annabel and Rob Archibald, and has five wins to…
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Making sure everyone is able to take part in Christmas
Christmas spirit is alive and well in the Macedon Ranges. It’s an expensive moment for everyone and the Kyneton Foodbank has ensured everyone can open a present and have a feast on December 25. Foodbank manager, Rhonda Holmes, said people shouldn’t feel shame about using the service. “Our kitchen is floor-to-ceiling with presents,” Ms Holmes…
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Kyneton artist claims VAS prize
Kyneton artist Tim Murphy has been named Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year for the Victorian Artists Society. The $17,000 prize is awarded to the artist with the most accumulative votes across VAS seasonal select exhibitions and the Artist of the Year exhibition. This award is unique as it is not awarded by a committee…
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One national title, two podium places
Two Kyneton race drivers have claimed podium positions and one has the title of Improved Production Under Two Litre National Championship. Well-known Kyneton race champion Brad Vereker won the IPRA Nationals title at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit last month. “The win is still slowly sinking in,” Vereker told the Express. The national championship…
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The enduring magic of handmade gifts
As the festive season approaches, Trio Art Studio and Gallery Kyneton is excited to announce its annual Christmas celebration, inviting the community to rediscover the joy of meaningful giving. This year’s event highlights a curated selection of handmade and vintage gifts, each crafted by local artisans or sourced from unique vintage collections. The gallery’s initiative…
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Craftsmanship and creativity
Celebrate the festive season with colour, craftsmanship and creativity at the Buttlejorrk Artist Collective’s much-loved annual group exhibition at The Old Auction House, Kyneton. Running from November 13 to December 24, the show brings together a vibrant mix of painting, sculpture, pottery, jewellery, textiles, woodwork and more — all handcrafted by talented local artists. This…
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Open Day coming up
On Sunday November 23, Kyneton-based racehorse trainer Liam Howley is holding an Open Day. Guests will be welcomed to the Kyneton Racecourse and their on-course Liam Howley Racing Stables. The day will showcase the stars of the show, the horses and you will also hear from Liam and the team as they explain how they…
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Long trip pays off
Having just his second start, the Liam Howley Kyneton-trained galloper Riozino showed plenty of courage to win at Warrnambool on October 16. After finishing sixth at his race debut over 1600m at Kilmore on September 29, the four-year-old showed he appreciated the 2000 metres in the $30,000 Alan Pye Electrics Maiden Plate. Ridden by Celine…
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Trump’s headache advice
Medical practitioners across this region and wider Australia have refuted the U.S. President’s claims last week when he suggested there was a link between autism and the commonly-used painkiller paracetamol. Donald Trump announced last Tuesday, “I think we found an answer to autism”. A White House press conference proceeded and U.S. officials suggested pregnant women…
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Masked offenders strike
Police are investigating a burglary at a Kyneton business on August 11 involving two masked offenders. It is believed offenders attended the Baynton Street business about 5am where they stole cash and two vehicles. The first offender is described as being of average height, large build, wearing a pink balaclava, black and white jumper and…
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Vereker Bathurst bound
Kyneton’s Brad Vereker is looking to the Bathurst 1000 weekend on October 9-12 with enthusiasm as part of the Tyrepower V8 SuperUte Series. Vereker made his Tyrepower V8 SuperUtes debut at Darwin last year and has joined Western Sydney Motorsport for a full 2025 series. The October 9-12 Bathurst 1000 weekend will mark his first…