Tag: Macedon Ranges

Kyneton trainer Neil Dyer pursues Devonport Cup

Long time Kyneton racehorse trainer Neil Dyer is hoping for success in the $125,000 Devonport Cup on Wednesday. Dyer pulled off a training coup when...

Race caller Matt Hill broadcast Hanging Rock races for first time

Recognised as one of the world's most eminent race callers, Matt Hill broadcast the Hanging Rock races for the first time on New Year's...

New superintendent steps in to region

A new divisional police commander last week began overseeing the Greater Bendigo, Macedon Ranges, Campaspe and Goldfields areas. Superintendent Paul Gardiner – a 32-year police...

Making sure everyone is able to take part in Christmas

Christmas spirit is alive and well in the Macedon Ranges. It's an expensive moment for everyone and the Kyneton Foodbank has ensured everyone can open...

Community plea for funding

More than a thousand postcards will make their way to parliament backing increased funding for Macedon Ranges' strained Neighbourhood Houses. Years of inadequate funding has...

“Passion alone can’t keep the lights on”

Financial strain is putting Macedon Ranges' Neighbourhood Houses at risk of closure and threatening the vital programs they provide. After years of inadequate funding, almost...

Macedon Ranges athletes step up for GemLife Games

Peter Share says he’s learnt over the years that winning isn’t everything — but that won’t stop the 77-year-old from giving it everything he’s...

Mods take crown

Local band The Mods took out the top prize at the Battle of the Bands 2025 earlier this month. The Electric Eels were named...

Medals of friendship to local volunteers

The volunteer work of 26 Timor-Leste friendship groups from across Australia was recognised with the Order of Timor-Leste Medal at a special event held...

Police raid ends in estimated million dollar drug bust

Police seized a cannabis operation holding a potential street value of $1 million after they raided a property in Darraweit Guim last Thursday. No...

Big adventures for little legs: Guide captures highlights from Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander

One travel-loving family is sharing their adventures around the region through a guide that captures highlights from the Macedon Ranges and Mount Alexander. Big Adventures...

Fair not lost to the Ranges

Macedon Ranges has secured the return of one of the region's most unique events for 2026: The Lost Trades Fair. Hanging Rock will be the...

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