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Delays while road works get underway

Four major road projects under way around the shire may cause some delays for Macedon Ranges drivers next month. Several footpath, road and drainage infrastructure...

Students get ready for showtime

Sunbury Secondary College students will get their “15 minutes of fame” at the school’s upcoming arts extravaganza. Show Off, on November 22 and 23, will...

Cheaper microchipping for pets

Reducing the numbers of abandoned and unwanted cats and kittens is the target of a low-cost desexing and microchipping session in Sunbury. Hume council and...

All the fun of the Fayre

33Visitors can expect old favourites and new surprises at the upcoming Malmsbury Village Fayre. The November 20 event supports many Malmsbury groups and organisations,...

Forums to fight addiction

It’s often the families and friends of people abusing drugs and alcohol that need most support, with their loved ones caught up in addictions. Sunbury...

Woodchopping champions all in the family

The Meyer family is made of tough stuff. The Romsey clan has produced four generations of woodchop champions, and recently notched up another win, taking...

Kyneton Presbyterian returns

It has been 40 years since Kyneton had a Presbyterian church, but it’s making a comeback. Parishioners Joy and Noel Johnston (pictured) want to reach...

Cycling star Cadel Evans wanted by Williamstown police

Williamstown police put out a wanted call for Tour de France champion Cadel Evans after his wallet was handed in to the station. Victoria Police...

Community Fund celebrates a decade of helping Hobsons Bay

A decade of service to the communities of Hobsons Bay features in a new publication. The work of the philanthropic Hobsons Bay Community Fund (HBCF)...

Pieces of local history feature in art trail

Peter “Patto” Patterson’s latest artworks are freshly created but there’s a lot of history behind them. “Patto” is among the artists who have signed on...

My place: Dave Allan on Sunbury’s community spirit

Dave Allan is big on community spirit – and finds Sunbury has plenty of it. The long-serving Rotarian spoke to Esther Lauaki.   What is your...

Sunbury residents can get a taste of the StreetLife

Who doesn’t love a good old street festival? The Sunbury StreetLife Festival will be back to liven up O’Shanassy Street on Sunday, November 20. Event co-ordinator...

Greyhound facility clears hurdle

  A Romsey greyhound trainer has won her bid to continue operating next door to land earmarked for a major housing development. Macedon Ranges council granted...

Dig deep for Poppy Appeal

Tin shakers and poppy sellers are gearing up for the Returned and Service League’s annual appeal, which starts in coming weeks. Woodend RSL volunteers are...

Bulla Bypass passed over

The planned Bulla bypass and link to Melbourne Airport has failed to get off the ground. Planning Minister Richard Wynne last week blocked VicRoads’ plans...

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Caravan industry calls for safety first this holiday season as 2.8...

Whether towing a caravan, charging lithium-ion batteries, or enjoying the amenities of a caravan park, planning and awareness are key to ensuring a happy...