News
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Farming ‘unconference’ breaks new ground
Local farmers have turned to their community in a grassroots quest to position Macedon Ranges as a centre for excellence…
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Celebrating all Australians
In most parts of Australia, January 26 is a divisive day, one where the divide between fundamental beliefs is more…
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Population fear in Riddells Creek
A Victorian Government-appointed advisory committee decision last year witnessed the Macedon Ranges Shire Council overruled once more, approving the Amess…
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Will Kyneton be kept country?
A Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal decision that overruled Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s position on a Kyneton development will see…
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Gisborne’s furore over development
A VCAT decision that overturned council’s refusal for a housing development in Gisborne, has seen nearby residents voice multiple complaints…
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Government email confirms wildlife rescuer’s rights
Clarity surrounding the rights of wildlife rescuers has emerged since reports surfaced a week ago that many had been threatened…
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It’s cup day at Hanging Rock
The annual Australia Day races at Hanging Rock are one of the major drawcard attractions in the district next Monday….
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Logging truck tips and loses load
A logging truck with two trailers attached crashed and spilled its load at Woodend last Tuesday afternoon. The rear trailer…
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Rebuilding from the ashes
Taradale Fire Brigade has organised a GoFundMe appeal to assist four volunteers from the Harcourt CFA who lost their homes…
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Fire contained, recovery begins
The Fogartys Gap Road fire that impacted Ravenswood South, Walmer, Harcourt, Sutton Grange, Faraday and surrounds on January 9 was…
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Fire sends shock waves through industries
Dozens of local small businesses and producers have been impacted by the Harcourt fire on January 9, which destroyed the…
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Wildlife burnt, respondents at odds
Wildlife advocates have raised concern for the welfare of native animals and how the state government will respond since bushfires…