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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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Campaign to Prevent Violence Against Women
Hepburn Shire Council will participate in this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign in Victoria from 25 November to 10 December. This year’s campaign encourages all Victorians to work together to prevent violence against women.
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Daylesford Duo with Don and Mary Harvey
Raquel Stevens chats with Daylesford Agricultural Society President, Don Harvey, and his wife Mary about the upcoming 150th Daylesford Show.
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Final Christ Church Concert – Daylesford Brass Band
The final concert in the 2024 Christ Church Concert Series featuring the Daylesford Community Brass Band will be held on Saturday 30 November at 2.30pm at Christ Church. The concert features features two premiere performances: "Incantations" by Musical Director Dr. Mark Lyall, and the newly commissioned "For There is Nothing Lost" by Dr. Jodie Blackshaw.
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Donkey Voters Swing Council Election
The “Donkey Vote” may have played a significant role in the outcome of the recent council election. Tony Clark certainly benefited from a donkey vote and Cameron Stone may have missed out on being elected.
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Council and Emergency Services Prepare for the Upcoming Fire Danger Period
The Fire Danger Period will begin at 1:00 am on Monday, November 25. Council, the Country Fire Authority (CFA), the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) and Transport Victoria, will be working together to mitigate bushfire risks and ensure all preventative measures are taken to manage the safety of the region and community.
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Cameron Stewart to Speak on US Election at Wombat Post AGM
Cameron Stewart, who is the Chief International Correspondent to The Australian and who has covered the last three US presidential elections will be the guest speaker at the The Wombat Post AGM on December 4th.
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New Hepburn Shire Council Sworn In but Challenges Await
At a ceremony this week, Don Henderson, Brian Hood, Lesley Hewitt, Tony Clark, Tim Drylie, Pat Hockey and Shirley Cornish were sworn in as Councillors. The new Council faces challenges including the uneven distribution of Councillors across the Shire and a substantial budget deficit.
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