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Some help to take care of flood-affected business

04-07-2023

Chambers of commerce, trader groups, industry associations and other business groups can now apply for grants of $20,000 and $50,000 to deliver locally led projects that help flood-affected small businesses to recover and thrive.

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Straight to the pool room …

04-06-2023

A swim teacher with Macedon Ranges Shire Council has been recognised for her dedication to her students at this year’s Aquatics and Recreation Victoria Industry Gala Awards.

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Webinar – A new approach to water delivery rights

04-07-2023

The webinars are being presented by the Sustainable Irrigation Program, a partnership between DEECA, catchment management authorities, rural water corporations, and irrigators.

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CSIRO launches national data and information tool for soil

03-07-2023

Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, has launched a new tool that will help Australia sustainably manage a critical natural resource which sustains lives and livelihoods.

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Natural born stink bug killer

03-07-2023

The tiny samurai wasp is a potential pre-emptive biocontrol agent for the serious agricultural pest Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, if it establishes here, research scientists at the CSIRO say.

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Playful blend of jazz, swing, blues and boogie

03-07-2023

Bringing a playful blend of jazz, swing, blues and boogie infused vintage party tune, the inimitable Shuffle Club return to Palais Hepburn on Saturday night, July 15.

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Backyard banjos headed to The Palais

03-07-2023

The Backyard Banjo Club are a five-piece trad-jazz/bluegrass bonanza and they're headed to The Palais, Hepburn to strut their stuff, Saturday night July 22.

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New Road Name Proposed for Ballarat Airport Precinct

02-07-2023

The City of Ballarat intends to name multiple roadways within the Ballarat Airport precinct and is inviting public feedback.

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Aquarius Dreams II supports Wombat Forest Care

02-07-2023

Following fairly on the platform heels of the first Aquarius Dreams live music event at The Palais- Hepburn, comes the second edition - and it's all for a good cause.

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Unanimous: local council adopts new climate strategy

02-07-2023

Mount Alexander Shire Councillors have unanimously endorsed adoption of the council’s new Climate Change Strategy at the council's recent scheduled June meeting.

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Upgrades slated for popular local rec reserve

02-07-2023

Sporting facilities at Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve are set for an upgrade thanks to both local and state government funding.

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Local law change allows tiny homes on wheels

01-07-2023

The Mount Alexander Shire Councillors have voted to remove permit requirements for people wishing to camp or occupy a caravan or tiny home on wheels on private property where there is an existing dwelling.

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Adopted: big ticket items in new council budget

01-07-2023

Mount Alexander Shire Council has adopted a $48.5 million budget for the year ahead, following community consultation and feedback.

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Yatala South Interchange upgrade complete

01-08-2023

Locals and travellers driving in South East Queensland are expected to benefit from significant improvements to safety and traffic flow through Yatala with the upgrade of the Yatala South (Exit 41) Interchange now complete, the Federal Transport Minister and Member for Ballarat says.

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Come on in the water’s … warmed by a new boiler system

01-07-2023

Kyneton Sports and Aquatics Centre's pools are scheduled to reopen from today following the installation of a new boiler system that's now expected to produce more reliable and consistent pool temperatures.

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In her footsteps: local leaves a footbridge legacy

01-07-2023

A new pedestrian bridge over Five Mile Creek in Woodend, bequeathed by resident Josephine Clancy, has officially opened following a ceremony held onsite last month.

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Leafier way of life: new street trees going in

30-06-2023

The Macedon Ranges Shire Council says it will plant around 250 new trees across the shire over coming weeks to support the environment and town amenities as part of the annual street tree planting program.

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Celebrating Indigenous culture and food during NAIDOC Week

30-06-2023

A renowned Indigenous chef is coming to Kyneton Town Hall in July in celebration of NAIDOC Week 2023, featuring a live cooking demonstration to scintillate the senses.

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Chance to shape Glenlyon Rec Reserve masterplan

30-06-2023

The Hepburn Shire Council has released the draft Masterplan for Glenlyon Recreation Reserve, which aims to provide insights for future planning, provision, and enhancement of this popular community asset.

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A bit of free fun while school’s out for winter

30-06-2023

Juniors aged six to teens are being invited to make the most of the range of free programs offered by Hepburn Shire Council over these winter school holidays.

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Rubbish to be rid of

29-06-2023

Waste litter dumped on the Western Freeway will be disposed of in the near future, VicRoads says.

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Entries opening for Daylesford Art Show

29-06-2023

Entries for this year's 40th anniversary Daylesford Art Show open from this Saturday July 1.

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Local lakes freshly stocked with trout

29-06-2023

ocal lakes, including Daylesford's Jubilee Lake, across the wider Macedon area are offering some family outdoors fun with rainbow trout stockings carried out recently, in time for the current school holidays.

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