News

Leading the nation in cardiac arrest survival, Victorians can boast that their paramedics are among the best in the world.

Sports Central and FedUni WestVic Academy of Sport are proud to be launching the Central Highlands Coaches Collective. Taking place on Wednesday 22 July 2026 at Federation University’s Mount Helen Campus, the Central Highlands Coaches Collective seeks to bring together current and aspiring coaches and leaders from the Central Highlands region.

Agriculture Victoria is calling on the next generation of farmers to apply for the Young Farmers Upskill and Invest Scholarship, with applications now open for 2026.

Damp, cool conditions and shorter days are an ideal time to relax in front of the fire and consider changes that might make your farm easier to manage during seasonal uncertainty, drought or planning for future seasons.

Victorian farmers are encouraged to access support as they recover from drought and plan for the seasons ahead.

Seen sick or dead birds or wildlife? Avoid. Record. Report

Glenlyon is noted for having been a gold-mining area with the original settlement of the town dating back to 1846. At one time Glenlyon had three schools operating: a State School No. 266, Rae’s Hill School No. 1294 (Private) and Burke No. 1677.

One of last month's rescued animals at the Hepburn Wildlife Shelter was a tawny frogmouth.

Leading the nation in cardiac arrest survival, Victorians can boast that their paramedics are among the best in the world.

So, the build is well underway. Nah, just joking.

Hi there, I am Crackers, no, all good, that's just my name.

In this column, in the last edition, I wrote that Hepburn Shire Council CEO Bradley Thomas said the council was doing its best and just needed more time.

Craters of the Goldfields is my latest tourism idea.

Destination Central Victoria has appointed Joel Chadwick as its new chief executive officer.

Hepburn Shire Council has partnered with mecwacare to host over 30 workshops across the shire to help people over 55 to stay healthy, independent, and connected as they age.

Hepburn Shire Council chief executive officer Bradley Thomas served his notice on Monday, June 29.

I wish to respond to your article in the June 29, 2026 edition headed: ‘HSC: No geese, no Rex and now no indoor Pool’.

Society XVII, a group of players who specialise in 17th and 18th century music, are heading to the Clunes Town Hall for a 60-minute recital on Sunday, July 26 at 3pm.

The Words in Winter name carries a unique resonance across the Central Highlands, representing a trio of distinct festivals.

Malmsbury local and CFA Malmsbury Fire Brigade member Yoko Nakazawa has just won a James Beard Award for her cookbook The Japanese Art of Pickling & Fermenting.

Every day, 2 million Australians live with diabetes, managing something most people never fully see.

Now in its 166th year, the Daylesford Hospital has seen many iterations, but one thing has always been a constant – the support from a dedicated community.

Hepburn Shire communities are better prepared to stay safe during extreme heat following a two-year collaboration between health, emergency management and community organisations across the Grampians region, led by Grampians Public Health Unit.