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Hundres of natives planted out at Creswick

13-08-2024

A throng of more than 50 volunteers turned up in recent weeks to plant out hundreds of native trees on a crown land site at Johns Road in North Creswick.

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Catch Creswick Brass Band in cabaret

13-08-2024

Creswick Brass Band members are busy rehearsing for their upcoming cabaret night set for Saturday August 31 from 6:30pm at the Creswick Senior Citizens Centre.

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CFA warning for farmers ahead of harvest season

13-08-2024

Following 45 header fires last harvest season in the far north-west of the state, fire authorities are reminding grain growers to make machinery maintenance a priority ahead of the state's new harvest season.

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D&G release Fefe, the fragrance for dogs

13-08-2024

Luxury Italian brand Dolce & Gabbana has released Fefe, a new fragrance for pooches reportedly named after the co-founder's own pet.

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Chance to name a place in Victoria

12-08-2024

The state's Department of Transport and Planning is inviting all Victorians to nominate someone who has made a significant contribution to be considered for a new place name.

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Kyneton brigade celebrates 140 years of serving the community

12-08-2024

The Kyneton Fire Brigade has celebrated its long 140-year history with members and dignitaries attending a commemorative dinner and awards presentation event.

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Commendation for thwarting assault on police

12-08-2024

Creswick’s Oscar Broad, and Lachlan McKenzie were just 16 when they noticed a police officer being assaulted and seriously injured in a park in Creswick several years ago, and rushed over to help.

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Brazen smash and grab at Ballarat supermarket

12-08-2024

Police have appealed to anyone with information to come forward following a brazen smash and grab burglary at a North Ballarat supermarket last week.

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Regional Victorians pour record billions into the pokies

12-08-2024

In the Hepburn Shire LGA alone a total $13,883,548 was poured into the pokies for the 23-24 financial year, Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission figures show.

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Tackling the flood risk in Ballarat

11-08-2024

The City of Ballarat is assessing community feedback gathered during the recent flood modelling mapping consultation to help complete the final report.  

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Chance to tap your inner entrepreneur

11-08-2024

Getting into the mindset of successful entrepreneurs will be the focus of a unique collaboration between Commerce Ballarat and Ballarat's Federation University Australia.

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Women’s golf program starting soon at Trentham

11-08-2024

The Trentham Golf Club has announced it will be running a new Women’s Golf Program starting next month.

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Quick response grants open for groups in Hepburn shire

11-08-2024

The Hepburn Shire Council's Quick Response Grants program has opened for applications from local community groups and organisations.

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Ballarat’s best pie competition is back for seconds

10-08-2024

Ballarat’s Best Pie competition is back with nearly 30 local bakers, restaurants, and cafes contending for the tasty title.

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RACV releases country road survey findings

10-08-2024

The RACV has released results of its My Country Road survey with more than 7000 Victorians providing valuable input shining a light on the condition of regional roads state-wide.

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MAV hosts stand for council session

10-08-2024

As Hepburn Shire residents prepare to vote for a wardless council this October, the Municipal Association of Victoria is preparing to deliver several Stand for Council information sessions for those thinking of standing.

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Good news for Daylesford’s historic Stanbridge Hall

10-08-2024

Work to rennovate Daylesford's historic Stanbridge Hall is expected to start within days after funding was secured from the Anglican Diocese of Bendigo from the sale of church properties.

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Grampians firies help fight Canadian wild fires

09-08-2024

Grampians locals have answered the call to support Canadian firefighters during the country’s devastating bushfires. 

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Baroque masterpiece performed in Ballarat concert

09-08-2024

CLASSICAL vocal group Vox is preparing to perform the third part of one of the most celebrated choral works of the Baroque era with a concert in Ballarat tomorrow afternoon.

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Chance to shape equestrian facilities in Macedon Ranges

09-08-2024

The Macedon Ranges Shire Council is inviting community feedback to help develop a new community equestrian facilities plan.

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‘Wine and drive’ incident ends badly for 24-year-old

09-08-2024

Police were left shocked after a Sunday swill saw a driver caught at more than quadruple the legal alcohol limit.

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New CEO for Golden Plains shire

08-08-2024

Macedon Ranges Shire Council Director Assets and Operations Shane Walden will depart the organisation in the coming weeks to take up the role of Chief Executive Officer at Golden Plains Shire Council.

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Gisborne plan protects landscape from outward growth

08-08-2024

The Macedon Shire Council has rubber-stamped a new plan to guide Gisborne’s development until 2050.

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Shocking road results for the region

08-08-2024

Police detected over 130 offences during an ongoing road safety operation across Victoria’s west last month.

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