Riddells Creek
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Housing green light for Riddell
A hotly debated 10-unit development for Riddells Creek got a green light at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal last week. Plans for the 4551sqm site at 4 Richardson Street had been disputed for overdevelopment and inconsistency with neighbourhood character. The proposal had council officer approval but community dissent sparked an online campaign and 17…
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Axeman on the way up
Riddells Creek arborist Zac Giouzelis has proven his precision and speed in claiming bronze at Stihl’s Timbersports Australian Rookie Championship. It was the 22-year-old’s debut Stihl event at the Gold Coast earlier this month and he was excited to share the podium. Curtis Bennett (NSW) won the Rookies Championship gold and Mitch Scrivener claimed silver.…
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Bid for state acquisition
Amy Hume State acquisition of Riddells Creek’s Barrm Birrm could preserve threatened flora, provide community open space and fix bungled planning of the past. Macedon Ranges Shire Council is calling on the Victorian Government to purchase the remaining privately owned lots of the area to fast-track its protection. Spearheading the move last week, councillor Annette…
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Dedicated to dance
James McDonell is a name to watch. The Riddells Creek dancer has joined The Australian Ballet Company’s Regional Tour in his graduating year at The Australian Ballet School. The 19-year-old has been perfecting his technique for the stage following two years of pandemic lockdowns and uncertainty. He is excited to finally share his passion and…
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Rising netball stars state reps
Two rising Macedon Ranges netball stars have been selected for the Under 12 School Sport Victorian netball team. Riddells Creek’s Tilly Allen and Romsey’s Grace Miles will represent the state in the national championship at NSW in September. Both girls gave impressive performances during the rigorous trial process to make selection. They are two of…
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Mobile disruption for Riddells Creek
Riddells Creek residents may notice some disruption to Telstra mobile coverage this week, as NBN installs new fixed wireless antennas on Telstra’s 35m high mobile tower located near Sutherlands Road. Telstra regional general manager, Steve Tinker, said the NBN work would require the mobile base station to be turned off while their technicians were working…
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Promises to fix mobile blackspots
New Optus and Telstra mobile phone base station sites will be built at Gisborne South. The federal government announced funding for the blackspot area last week, and election pledges also revealed Woodend is in sight for improvements. McEwen Labor incumbent Rob Mitchell and Liberal candidate Richard Welch have pledged to work with the community and…
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On snow gum watch
Dieback identified in snow gum populations on Mount Macedon and surrounds have been flagged as a cause for concern. Macedon Ranges mayor Jennifer Anderson said the snow gum had been identified as a target species to monitor. She said the council wanted to develop a better understanding of where they occurred, and their population health.…
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Fight on for mental health
Scott Trezise admits he’s “a bit old to be making a debut” in boxing but he’s proving age is just a number. The 53-year-old is also stepping into the ring for a cause close to his heart: mental health awareness and support. His first professional fight on March 19 will help raise funds for Lachy’s…
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Straight aim for Hugo
Archer Hugo Lobb has the Olympic Games in his range after being ranked eighth in the world for indoor archery. At just 17 years old, the Riddells Creek teen has held 12 world records and has multiple gold and silver medals to his name. The end of 2019 saw him compete in the World Archery…
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Riddell planning in council hands
Riddells Creek’s controversial Amess Road Precinct Structure Plan will remain in the hands of Macedon Ranges Shire Council. Last week councillors voted for the council to remain the responsible authority on the PSP against council officer recommendation to pass powers to the Victorian Planning Authority. East Ward councillor Annette Death said it was important to…
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Passion pays off for mumpreneurs
Seven Macedon Ranges businesswomen have been named finalists in the 2021 AusMumpreneur Awards.The Women’s Business School awards celebrate Australian mums in business achieving outstanding success. Two of those are Gisborne’s Carmen Hofman, an Emerging Entrepreneur title hopeful, and Katrina Buttigieg, who is vying for Creative Entrepreneur and Author/Writer. Katrina is a writer and proud mum…