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Farmers looking to ignite burn piles when fire restrictions are lifted are being urged to be cautious with stock.

The Ballarat BetterBeef Group is hosting an on-farm pasture walks for beef producers to explore practical approaches to pasture and weed management. The session will take place on Wednesday 6 May from 9:30 am, on 2 properties at Mount Mercer and Mount Wallace, and includes lunch.

Whether you’re starting, building, or transforming your business, the Small Business Bus can help you to develop your business ideas and capabilities.

“New home sales increased by 17.0 per cent in the month of March despite the rise in the cash rate and fuel prices,” stated HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon.

Vinnies calls CEOs to step up for women and children fleeing violence  New research reveals nearly one in ten Australians say they would have nowhere safe to go if forced to leave an unsafe home - while most believe the housing crisis and cost-of-living pressures are making it harder to escape unsafe homes. 

The Climate Media Centre says just like roads and plumbing, transmission lines are essential public infrastructure that helps power our everyday lives. The buildout of new transmission across Australia is a crucial piece to replacing unreliable, ageing and failing coal power. Any delay to the rollout of new transmission causes every Australian to pay more than they need to on their power bills by prolonging our reliance on coal and gas. 

The Victorian Government is one step closer to delivering Australia’s first museum dedicated to the Vietnamese community. Construction is now complete on the Vietnamese Museum Australia in Sunshine and doors are set to open later this year. Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ingrid Stitt visited the museum to mark the practical completion milestone.

Hey there, I am Alfie - I may be a little character in size but I make up for it with a big love for life and an even bigger love for cuddles.

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The settlement of Glenlyon dates back to 1846 when Richard Babington and John Carpenter opened the first drinking establishment on a track between the Loddon River and Kangaroo Creek known as the Glenlyon run.

Kyle Barnes caught up with an old mate, artist and sparky extraordinaire Gary Miles, who with his wife Jen, has recently opened an eclectic shop in Creswick called Imperial Lighting. Kyle chatted with Gary and used the opportunity to roll out every lighting and electrical reference and pun he could think of. Apologies in advance.

The Macedon Ranges is showcasing its most vibrant season, with the month-long Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival.

Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas has announced grants of up to $100,000 which will help men’s sheds update or buy new equipment, expand sheds and upgrade facilities or build a new shed to improve community access.

Victoria’s month of free public transport has begun. It means free trains, trams and buses – metro and regional – every day until the end of April.

Macedon Ranges Shire Council has decided to formally conclude its Sister City relationship with Tokai City in Japan, after more than 15 years of friendship and cooperation.

Clunes Booktown Festival has closed the gates on its 20th anniversary festival - and the numbers tell a story.

Daylesford’s Phoenix Cinema has memberships available for $50 or $30 concession, with benefits including discounted ticket prices, access to special screenings and priority updates on forthcoming events and exclusive cinema experiences.

A new report by the Australian Human Rights Commission has found discrimination against trans and gender diverse people is widespread - with serious impacts on safety, access to essential services and full participation in society.