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Water Restrictions to Commence in Daylesford and Hepburn Region from July 1

Central Highlands Water will introduce Stage 2 water restrictions across the Hepburn region, including Daylesford, Hepburn, Hepburn Springs and surrounding areas starting from Tuesday 1 July 2025. Extremely dry conditions have resulted in the lowest soil moisture deficit on record in the Daylesford and Hepburn region and water storages have fallen to 30% capacity.

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Can Hepburn Shire Afford to Maintain Our Ageing Outdoor Pools?

The Shire’s outdoor pools are ageing and expensive to maintain. They operate for just a few months each year and yet the cost to ratepayers is significant: approximately $1 million per year. They are not meeting the needs of the community and maintaining the status quo is not viable in the long term.

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Small Homes, Big Impact: A Local Solution for Hidden Homelessness

Hepburn Shire is grappling with a housing crisis that leaves hundreds without secure, affordable accommodation. Local not-for-profit group Safe Place Homes (SPH) has proposed a solution to tackle this issue by assisting landowners to install a small, second dwelling—no larger than 60 square metres—on their existing residential property.

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The Block – a Win or a Loss?

Many locals were disappointed by the decision by producers of The Block to abandon plans to film a season in Daylesford. The decision will adversely affect local businesses and accommodation providers and my result in higher density development of Middleton Field.

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The Wombat Post – Connecting the Community

The Wombat Post connects the community for Daylesford and Hepburn Springs. Discussion and engagement with one another are the life blood of connected, compassionate and resilient communities.   Timely, reliable and relevant local news and information are central to constructive community discussion and engagement.

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