Tag: Macedon Ranges Shire Council
Farmers win in land battle
A fourth generation Springfield farming family has taken on the state government in a David and Goliath battle over land, and won.
Backed by Macedon...
Alternative development?
"Sometimes what may seem radical, almost ridiculous now, can turn into a visionary decision when looked back on by future generations."
This is just one...
GROWING PAINS FOR GISBORNE
Gisborne's coveted village feel could be compromised if Macedon Ranges Council's draft 30-year plan for the town is adopted without change.
The plan recommends controversial...
Macedon Ranges Shire Council sheds fourth tier
A new three-directorate organisational structure for Macedon Ranges Shire Council has been finalised.
The changes involved reducing director positions from four to three - and...
Brewery on the way – New hospitality enterprise for Lancefield
Plans for a new brewery, restaurant and function centre are well advanced, with the exciting project for the middle of Lancefield likely to be...
Farm Zone win for Lancefield family
A Lancefield couple has fought to build their dream home and business in a Rochford-area Farm Zone and won unanimous support from Macedon Ranges...
Connecting seniors
Physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, while essential to protecting older Australians who are particularly vulnerable to the virus, may be causing social isolation...
Riddells Creek supermarket interest
Owners of a proposed Riddells Creek supermarket site have applied to extend their permit as they move to sell the land.
Representing the applicants, Andrew...
Shared trail on track
Construction on a Macedon Ranges shared-use trail will soon begin with the state government announcing $8.75 million towards the project last week.
Woodend's cycling community...
Rebates slash the cost of solar
Benjamin Franklin famously said that "In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes". Well, to that, I reckon...
Cost blowout for saleyards plan
A major cost blowout for Kyneton Saleyards upgrades has put pressure on Macedon Ranges Council to find additional funds to complete the project.
A feasibility...
Not up to scratch
Poor tree pruning has brought Powercor's electric line clearance works to a standstill in the Macedon Ranges until the company and local council agree...
