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Developer plans multi-level carpark in Sunbury

A property developer with major business interests in Sunbury stands ready to proceed with plans for a multi-level carpark in Sunbury’s Evans Street. With frustration...

Residents have say on council budget

Proposed cuts to neighbourhood house funding and sports infrastructure, and a proposal for an international equine centre, were hot topics at Macedon Ranges council’s...

Gap Road intersection work to start next year

Works to transform Sunbury’s most notorious traffic hotspot are expected to start mid to late next year following the compulsorily acquisition of a small...

Vineyard Road bike path ‘big step’ closer

There are hopes cyclists and pedestrians may be able to travel safely between Sunbury and Diggers Rest as soon as September after the Bloomdale...

Gisborne Aldi proposal prompts queries

A group of Gisborne residents has slammed Macedon Ranges council’s plans to only deal with grocery chain Aldi in its sale of a 2025...

Artists on the trail

A research scientist turned wildlife artist and an origami maestro are among the artists who have signed on for this year’s Macedon Ranges Arts...

Jermyn to remain McEwan Liberal candidate

Beleaguered Liberal Chris Jermyn will continue as his party’s candidate for McEwen after a horror week that included a train-wreck interview and the removal...

Earning Street Kred for RCH

Street machines from all eras will park in Sunbury to raise money for the Royal Children’s Hospital this Sunday night. Melbourne’s Street Kred Car Club...

Woodend girl honoured for life-saving call

When Charlotte Jones’ grandfather, Ron, fell to the floor shaking on January 5 this year, the nine-year-old knew exactly what to do. Quickly dialling triple-0,...

Green team to target Kismet Creek

A popular spot beside Sunbury’s Kismet Creek will be spruced up as part of World Environment Day this Sunday. People are urged to put on...

Commuters fear dark Sunbury carpark

Commuters are avoiding the rooftop carpark next to Sunbury train station, with a broken light tower prompting safety concerns. Sunbury Train Association spokesman Paul Campbell...

Council slams EPA levy spending

Macedon Ranges council will investigate ways to address inequity in environmental funding after councillors expressed concerns about the way the state government is spending...

Federal support sought for outdoor sports hub

A push for a major outdoor sports centre at New Gisborne is gaining momentum, with supporters hopeful that federal election commitments may come their...

Council decides against planning policy review

No changes will be made to the way Macedon Ranges council handles planning applications before October’s election. Cr Russell Mowatt couldn’t get the support last...

Kays celebrate diamond anniversary

Having brought up five boys and five girls, Gisborne’s Wendy and Les Kays are used to being busy. Being active is something that’s continued well...

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RSPCA guide for keeping cats happy at home

The RSPCA is reminding cat owners that their feline friends can live its best and safe live contained in the home. Its Guide to...