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Vaccine delays ’problematic’
In Sunbury, we know all too well the devastation COVID-19 caused last year, with 173 cases recorded in the Sunbury area and 20 deaths at…
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Picnic with a difference
This autumn you can make a difference with your picnic. Stretched across 10 acres, Viewfield garden in Mt Macedon has opened its gates to the…
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One keyring to rule them all
When Macedon Ranges local Kat Buttigieg first became a mother, she wished there were more resources around for parents like her to keep the family…
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Lions’ collective effort
The Gisborne and District Lions Club is helping get children back on their feet. The community organisation is raising funds for children who cannot walk…
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A place to be proud of
Sunbury Downs College and Sunbury Heights Primary School have another reason to be proud, following the official opening of the Dulap Wilim Hub. Meaning ‘Proud…
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Diggers Rest lifestyle plan
A 340-dwelling “private lifestyle village” could be built on Diggers Rest’s southern fringe under a proposal lodged with Melton council for approval. The multi-million dollar…
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Swim teachers needed
A shortage of swim teachers could leave swimmers high and dry, according to a local swim school. Estela Micallef, who is the manager of AQUA…
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Aged care residents finally get their jab
Residents in an aged care home in Sunbury are feeling a sense of relief, after receiving their first dose of the coronavirus vaccination almost a…
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Council declares climate emergency
Macedon Ranges council has strengthened its commitment to protecting the environment, following the formal declaration of a climate emergency. At a council meeting on March…
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Residents to march over soil approval
Sunbury residents plan to march to show their frustration, following the approval of a planning scheme amendment which could allow the transfer of contaminated soil…
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Horror Easter road toll
Victoria has had its worst Easter period on the roads in years, according to Victoria Police data. More than 9000 traffic offences were recorded during…
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Gisborne tower knocked back
Macedon Ranges council has refused a permit for a new telecommunications tower in Gisborne. A joint application was submitted by Western Water and the Country…
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