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Black Hill revival thrives
Efforts to reinvigorate Kyneton’s Black Hill Reserve are continuing more than two years after bushfire devastated about 80 per cent of the reserve. Projects to…
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Macedon plans lean, green future
An “ambitious” target has been set by Macedon Ranges council to further reduce its environmental footprint, following a push from residents. The council resolved to…
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Macedon Ranges tourism strategy out for comment
Plans to make the Macedon Ranges the top destination “just outside” Melbourne have been put out for community comment. Increasing tourism in the region is…
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Plan to ban dogs at Mount Gisborne Reserve
Man’s best friend could soon be banned from Mount Gisborne Reserve. A trial of the Macedon Ranges’ first “no dogs” site at the reserve is…
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Parking alternatives sought for Gisborne
Macedon Ranges council is keen to encourage residents to alter their “car dependent” mindset. During discussion for an application to waiver the need for 34…
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Macedon Ranges council slashes costs
Almost $1 million will be cut from Macedon Ranges council’s administration, consultants and employee costs to reinvest back into the community. Macedon Ranges council adopted…
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Kyneton’s Joan Foote-Jackson
Kyneton swimming and water safety teacher Joan Foote-Jackson was awarded the 2017 Swim Teacher for Infants, Toddlers and Preschool Award by Aquatics and Recreation Victoria.…
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Women’s day games in Gisborne
The first daytime sports competition for women in the Sunbury and Macedon Ranges region wrapped up its opening season with last week’s grand final. Two…
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Growth plans for Woodend, Kyneton and Riddells Creek
Plans for growth and development in Woodend, Kyneton and Riddells Creek have been given the green light by the state government. The town structure plans…
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Macedon Ranges road upgrades
Macedon Ranges roads are set to get more than $7 million of upgrades. About $7.3 million has been allocated to road rehabilitation in the council’s…
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Macedon Ranges council pay a ‘bargain’
Macedon Ranges council has defended its decision to increase councillor salaries. The allowance was described as “a very, very good bargain” by mayor Jennifer Anderson,…
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Anger over Kyneton growth plan
Macedon Ranges residents have slammed the council’s investigation into residential growth in Kyneton South, saying it is unnecessary. Macedon Ranges Residents Association Inc (MRRA) took…
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