Hepburn Shire Council’s interim CEO Janet Dore is loving her new role, saying the region is “a delightful place to be in – it’s just a little gem”. But Ms Dore also recognises there are financial challenges but says the council has a plan to ensure it can recover its financial health. “I think the […]

The state government will invest $7.8 million to upgrade Daylesford Aged Care through Central Highlands Rural Health. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas made the announcement on her Facebook page saying the funding is part of the Regional Health Infrastructure Fund (RHIF), which gives rural and regional health services the opportunity to put forward their priorities for […]

Hepburn Shire Council’s Duke Street building in Daylesford is no longer fit for purpose. Council staff based at the office will be relocated to other workplaces, including 24 Vincent Street, the Daylesford depot and the Daylesford Regional Visitor Information Centre during this month and next. Interim CEO Janet Dore said council’s customer service channels would […]

The Daylesford water supply system has received improvements with Central Highlands Water successfully completing works on the high-level water basin at the Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens. Daylesford customers are now receiving water from the improved basin, which is back in full service in time for this summer. These works ensure the long-term viability of the […]

Remembrance Day, Wednesday, November 11 Creswick Creswick Remembrance Service and wreath laying, 10.40am at the Fallen Soldiers Memorial, Creswick Cenotaph, corner Raglan and Albert Streets, Creswick. Contact: Secretary on 0490 374 006. A special event at this year’s service, Hepburn Shire Town Crier Phil Greenbank has been invited to read the proclamation, as part of […]

Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman and Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas have announced the recipients of this year’s Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and Victoria Remembers grants programs. The programs help provide vital support to veterans and their families. The Anzac Day Proceeds Fund will provide grants of up to $150,000 to 15 ex-service organisations across the […]

Pickles the puggle has grown up… In December last year I wrote about a baby echidna who was brought to the wildlife shelter. Her mother had been terminally injured when a property owner using heavy machinery moved branches where her burrow was located. The mother died of her injuries but the little puggle, who Gayle […]

Council to move out of Duke Street Council’s Duke Street office in Daylesford will close, with staff relocating during November and December after a thorough evaluation identified building condition and safety issues. Planning, Building and Customer Service will move to the rear of the Visitor Information Centre in mid-December, accessed via a walkway and side […]

Davies & Rose Rural Hardware in Creswick has been named Victorian Home Hardware Store of the Year, recognising the store’s outstanding customer service, commitment to its local community and dedication to helping customers get the job done. The award recognises Home Hardware stores that demonstrate excellence across their business, with Davies & Rose standing out […]

Board Director opportunities at Central Highlands Rural Health Join a Victorian public health board The Department of Health is seeking applications for part-time Board Director positions at Central Highlands Rural Health. Appointment terms start on 1 July 2027 and are for up to three years. These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to Victoria’s […]

Many hands played a part in delivering a beautiful poppy quilt to the Daylesford RSL ahead of Remembrance Day on Wednesday, November 11. Spa Quilters’ newly elected president Denise Longmire said it was the weekend of their group’s biennial exhibition, held in St Peter’s Church, when Ian Tinetti spotted a warm, contemplative quilt featuring soldiers […]

Hepburn Springs The town of Hepburn Springs was originally known as Spring Creek, the site of gold discovery in 1852 by James Egan. Hepburn was known as the Old Racecourse, which is the location of the recreation reserve. Both towns were located on the Jim Crow Diggings and attracted people from Italy, France, Switzerland, Germany, […]