Ranges

  • Young trailblazer

    Young trailblazer

    Last year Jessica Cockerill-Wright made history as Kyneton Fire Brigade’s first female member elected lieutenant in the brigade’s 134-year history….

  • A strong voice

    A strong voice

    Just a few years ago Shaylyn Blyth, 17, did not expect to spark change nor the positive impact she has…

  • Mine bid withdrawn

    Mine bid withdrawn

    People power has halted controversial plans for a mining exploration licence in Macedon Ranges’ east. Comedian Tom Gleeson made clear…

  • New festival collapses

    New festival collapses

    An arts and wellness festival awarded $450,000 in state government funding has been cancelled. Eyebrows were raised when the government…

  • Fine-tuning required: says council

    Fine-tuning required: says council

    Macedon Ranges Shire Council has declined to endorse a localised planning statement until it is fine-tuned. The Macedon Ranges Statement…

  • Indie rock wins battle

    Indie rock wins battle

    Indie rock group Dr. Frisco brought the wow-factor to win Macedon Ranges’ Battle of the Bands heat on Saturday. The…

  • Stepping up enforcement

    Stepping up enforcement

    Drivers are still flouting the law when it comes to passing emergency vehicles with flashing lights and local police are…

  • Battle of the vines

    Battle of the vines

    Several Macedon Ranges locals are set to feature in an innovative Australian-developed lifestyle TV series that is about to shake…