Acknowledgement to Country
The Wombat Post is produced on the traditional lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung clans. We also acknowledge the neighbouring traditional custodians of the Kulin Nation and pay our respects to all Aboriginal peoples, their culture and lore. We acknowledge that First Nations Peoples have been telling their stories from these lands for many thousands of years.
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“The Block” Starts Filming in Daylesford – Expect Traffic Disruptions
Daylesford and surrounding areas are set to become the backdrop for Australia’s much-loved renovation competition reality TV series, The Block, with filming officially commencing this Friday, March 7, and Saturday, March 8. To ensure the safe and smooth running of filming activities, traffic management will be in place in and around Daylesford over the weekend.
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A Guide to London for First Time Visitors
With the European summer season fast approaching, those with the means will be ducking off to distant shores – including to the fabulous United Kingdom. And some will be visiting London for the first time. Local travel writer, Adam Ford, provides some tips for the first time visitor.
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Stories and Music from the Old World at Yandoit Cultural
A special event at Yandoit Cultural will feature Daylesford's Vasko Drogriski and local Band Without Borders in an afternoon celebrating the Balkans.
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Hepburn Shire Celebrates International Women’s Day and Honours Local Trailblazers
Hepburn Shire Council marked International Women’s Day with a community event celebrating the remarkable achievements of local women and marking the 20th anniversary of the Heather Mutimer Honour Roll. Mary Harvey, Jessie Leggatt (Posthumous), Donna Kelly, Mary-Faeth Chenery, and Lynda Poke were inducted for their exceptional work in the community.
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S is for Snake
Petrus Spronk pauses to wonder at the beauty of snakes.
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Marcia Hines Headlines ChillOut 2025’s Rainbow Circus Spectacular
Australia’s biggest country pride festival is rolling back into town over this Labour Day long weekend. Check out the full program on their website.
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A Timeless Treasure: The Restoration of an 1880s Wedding Dress
A stunning wedding gown, once worn by Sarah Hosking at her 1885 marriage to Benjamin Trewhella, has been meticulously restored by Daylesford Museum conservator, Larry Edwards, who will present a seminar on the restoration process at the Museum on March 18.
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