Animals
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Dee’s dream animal stay
From a small town near Liverpool, to a big country farm in Lancefield, Dee Tully-Bucknell is living her dream. When Ms Tully-Bucknell first came across…
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Rescuing the rescuers
A downpour last week has led to a flood of support for a local animal rescue shelter. The Bacchus Marsh region experienced a high amount…
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Rotting corpses under scrutiny
Macedon Ranges council is investigating a Romsey property where up to 100 dead horses were left in the paddocks to rot. The RSPCA and Racing…
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Animal cruelty on the decline
The number of animal cruelty reports in Macedon Ranges is declining, but compared to the number of residents, incidents still exceed the statewide average. RSPCA…
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Pooches do a pack walk
Did somebody say it’s time for a walk? This duo, Leo (left) and Sylvia, are keen as mustard … and owner Lucy can’t wait. She’s…
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Woodend pony shed opposed
A proposal for a large indoor equestrian arena in Woodend is facing community opposition. Macedon Ranges Residents Association has flagged its opposition to a…
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Animal lovers find perfect match
Pet lovers may find their perfect match at an upcoming Valentine’s Day event at Sunbury. Petbarn Sunbury and RSPCA Victoria will host a Pet Dating…
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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…
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Five little piggies go home
Five piglets have been returned to their home after a bizarre custody battle involving a not-for-profit animal sanctuary and the animals’ owner. Edgar’s Mission, in…
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Students gear up for harvest festival
Mucking in on the farm is all in a day’s learning for students at Salesian College. The fruits of their labour will be on show…
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Farmer calls for dog restraint
A Clarkfield farmer wants dog owners to lock up their animals at night after about a dozen of his sheep were mauled by dogs…
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Retail therapy helps Greendale wildlife shelter
Naomi Carr has nursed hundreds of animals at the Greendale Wildlife Shelter. But it’s an expensive process and the shelter can’t exist without the support…
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