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Man arrested after evading police in stolen vehicle

Police arrested a man after he evaded authorities in an allegedly stolen vehicle in the Macedon Ranges this morning. Police attempted to intercept a stolen...

Baby boom hits record numbers

Western Health delivered 695 babies in August, the most ever in a single month for the healthcare provider. The Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital...

Calls for lift continue

Sunbury resident Mary Nehmy is continuing in her advocacy for a lift system to be installed at Sunbury Railway Station. Ms Nehmy has acrophobia –...

My Place

Sunbury resident and entrepeneur Colin Marsh is passionate about the game of bowls and founded 'Drake Scoreboards' – a real-time digital scoreboard company. Oscar...

Short stay rental shakeup

The state government has announced new additions to its short stay levy bill, allowing councils and owners corporations to prohibit short stay rental accommodation. The...

Council queries Amess drainage

Macedon Ranges council made a second submission to the Amess Road Precinct Structure Plan during an additional consultation period, which sought feedback on amendments...

Sunbury TAFE location announced

The state government has revealed the location of the Kangan Institute Sunbury TAFE campus, which is set to be completed in mid-2028. On Monday, September...

Cats finals run ends

Macedon’s stunning finals run in the Riddell District Football League has ended in the preliminary final on Saturday. After finishing fifth, the Cats had upset...

Magpies hoping to finally breakthrough

After a number of near misses in recent years, Wallan is hoping that it will be its turn this time round in the Riddell...

Bulldogs continue on into the grand final

Gisborne’s quest for back-to-back premierships is alive in the Bendigo Netball League after winning through to the grand final. The Bulldogs faced Sandhurst in their...

Bulldogs through to decider

Gisborne is grand final bound after a strong performance against Sandhurst in the Bendigo Football League. The top two sides did battle on Saturday in...

Bombers hang on

Riddell’s young guns stood talent when needed as it won through to a second straight Riddell District Netball League grand final. For the second time...

Blair steps up at Romsey

New Romsey coach Nathan Blair said he’s honoured to be given the opportunity to lead the Riddell District Football League club. The Redbacks announced that...

The healing power of warm water exercise

Warm water exercise classes are rapidly gaining popularity as a therapeutic and enjoyable way to improve physical health and well-being. Macedon Ranges Health offers...

Discovering cardiac rehabilitation in the Macedon Ranges

Cardiac rehabilitation (cardiac rehab) plays a crucial role in helping individuals recover from heart-related events, such as heart attacks or surgeries, and in managing...

Support to live your way in your home

Those considering their options for remaining at home as they age are invited to an information session on the Home Care Package program. A Home...

Discover the joy of learning at Global Learning Village

Welcome to Prep at Global Village Learning, where your child’s first formal schooling year is transformed into an edventure of discovery and joy! The...

Preps celebrate 100 bright days at Kismet Park Primary

Kismet Park Primary School recently celebrated 100 days of school with the theme 100 Days Brighter. The Year 6 students welcomed the prep students to...

Empowering learners to make a positive impact

Global Village Learning (GVL) is redefining education in the Macedon Ranges by empowering learners to build communities that positively impact the world. GVL believes...

Women’s health hubs boost access to care

Women in Melbourne's north-west will have improved access to sexual and reproductive health, following the announcement of four healthcare hubs in the region. The...

A mum’s worst nightmare

Solo mother Michelle Galea’s worst nightmare is her son losing his only parent. In September last year, she was forced to confront that fear...

Women’s health issues must be a priority: GPs

GPs are calling for greater action to better address women’s health issues. It follows the release of the Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) guidelines...

Breast cancer service expands

Northern Imaging Victoria, part of Northern Health, has expanded its breast imaging services with a team of seven breast radiologists and dedicated mammography technologists....

Cultural help for alcohol and drugs

A Braybrook-based program is helping women in the Vietnamese community in Melbourne’s north-west to overcome alcohol and drug (AOD) issues. The Australian Vietnamese Women’s Association...

Have your say on women’s pain

Women, their family members and healthcare professionals are being urged to make submissions to Victoria's Inquiry into Women's Pain. The inquiry will examine systemic issues...

Ambos roll up their sleeves to save lives in other ways

A team of paramedics, First Responders, and staff from Ambulance Victoria (AV) have made 480 donations as part of an annual blood drive by...

Electric bus boost

Victoria’s first zero emission bus contracts have been awarded. Accounting for one third of Melbourne’s bus network, the new metropolitan zero emission bus franchises are...

Spring brings swoop warning

With spring upon us, people are again being warned to look out for swooping birds when outdoors. Simon Ruff, senior wildlife projects officer at the...

Big battery build underway

Construction on one of the world’s biggest renewable energy storage batteries is now happening in Melbourne’s west. On Wednesday, Premier Jacinta Allan and State Electricity...

Pest protection grants opened

Local community groups will have access to nearly $800,000 funding to help them guard against biosecurity threats thanks to the latest round of grants...

Sporting Clubs Score Grants Boost

Grants of up to $5000 for grassroots clubs to improve the skills and knowledge of volunteers, coaches and officials – helping clubs across the...

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Cats finals run ends

Macedon’s stunning finals run in the Riddell District Football League has ended in the preliminary final on Saturday. After finishing fifth, the Cats had upset...