Outdoor recreation could become one of the most important pillars of the Daylesford district’s visitor economy in the years ahead. That is the message behind an upcoming Daylesford Conversation that will explore how walking, cycling and nature-based tourism can build on the region’s existing strengths.
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At its regular meeting this month, Council voted to overrule the recommendation of council officers to permanently close Wheelers Bridge and instead seek additional funding from the State Government to repair and reopen the bridge.
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Hepburn Shire Council will next week consider a recommendation to permanently close Wheelers Bridge at Lawrence, citing significant safety risks and an escalating renewal cost that could approach $10 million.
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The ABC has reported that several women have come forward alleging sexual assaults and harassment on walking tracks near Daylesford, including areas in the Wombat State Forest and Hepburn Regional Park.
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Stage 3 water restrictions have commenced across the Forest Hill service area from Friday 23 January, as groundwater levels fell to conditions comparable with the Millennium Drought.
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