The recent drought has severely limited plant growth in local forests and force possums into gardens where they can cause considerable damage to fruit trees. But Tanya Loos argues that maybe, in times of drought it is worth sacrificing a successful fruit tree season to preserve these creatures.
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Zak Resuggan, an apprentice chef at Bistro Terroir, has been chosen to represent Australia at the International Worldskills Trade competition in Shanghai in September 2026. Â
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The final in a series recounting an horrific attack on a young mining agent in Daylesford who was tarred and feathered by a number of his acquaintances in the main Street of Daylesford in 1859.
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Spring has swept through Daylesford, painting the town in colour and filling the air with the scent of new life. Julie Higgs has captured some of the spring joy.
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Spring is a busy time for gardeners. Putting in the work now while the weather is mild and the soil is moist, will provide a splendid spring display and set up your garden up for the heat of summer and the autumn beyond.
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In 1859 a young mining agent was tarred and feathered in the main street of Daylesford. The case excited great local interest and charges were laid against the perpetrators. This is an account of the court case.
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On September 1st, we celebrated National Wattle Day, when the golden blooms of many local acacia species announce the start of spring. Members of the Acacia genus have been planted in gardens, farms, and parks around the world, valued for their beauty, their fast growth, and their many uses.
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It’s almost impossible to be involved with business, government or other organisations without considering the impact of Artificial Intelligence. There are unimaginable benefits but there are also dire risks.
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David Robertson will once again join The Long Ride in 2025 – his sixth time taking part in the...
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In 1859 a degrading attack was played out on a young mining agent in Daylesford. He was tarred and feathered by a number of his acquaintances in the main Street of Daylesford – Vincent Street. This first of a series of archival newspaper reports of the day recounts the incident.
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Pinot Noir is amongst the trickiest of grape varieties to grow. But if a winery gets it right then there is no better treat.Â
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Everything from dining experiences to health treatments, travel itineraries to supermarket salad kits, all are lovingly “curated” by connoisseurs and aficionados with you top of their minds.
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