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Daylesford’s Matthew Carnell Shines in Australian Chef of the Year Competition
Matthew Carnell, owner of Daylesford’s Bistro Terroir, was a finalist in the Australia Chef of the Year competition as part of the Food Services Expo at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. And while he continues his work at his restaurant, he’s now working on rebuilding a family winery.
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Shire Champion Celebrates 40 Years in Rotary
Danny Moynihan was recognised for 40 years service as a member of Daylesford Rotary Club. Danny has served as Rotary President in 1990/91 and 2024 as well as being on the local Rotary Board for many years.
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Art Elders
Morgan Williams pays tribute to his father, Trevor, who died last week. Trevor and his wife, Stef, opened the Mingus Gallery, now Radius Art Space, in Hepburn Springs ten years ago.
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A Labour of Love at the Old Macaroni Factory
The restoration of the Old Macaroni Factory in Hepburn has definitely been a labour of love for “The Jens”, Jennie Wilmoth and Jenni Draper, but the project is just a few weeks away from completion. The Jens talked to The Wombat Post’s Robyn Rogers.
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Understanding Tempranillo
Tempranillo has soft acidity, medium-bodied with fruity black cherry character and high levels of glycerine, which produces a silky texture. Unlike cabernet sauvignon you can get different styles. Clive Hartley explains.
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Burrow Banter with Alexis Saville
Raquel Stevens talks to Alexis Saville, a chef at Kadota in Daylesford, two-time Apprentice of the Year and now a judge of the Golden Plate Awards.
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Remembrance Day Commemorations
Every year we pause on November 11 to remember the sacrifices many have made in the service of their country. Commemoration ceremony times are listed for the Shire.
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Burrow Banter with Danny Moynihan
Raquel Stevens chats with Danny Moynihan, out 2022 Citizen of the Year and volunteer in just about everything.
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Kate Redwood Celebrated for Lasting Impact on Rural Communities
Kate Redwood recently announced that she would complete her term on the Central Highlands Rural Health Board of Management to focus on new projects closer to home. CHRH Board members were full of praise for Kate’s contributions.
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Interview with Patrice O’Shea
Local resident, Patrice O’Shea, was recently awarded an OAM in the Kings Birthday Honours List. Patrice came into the HEP FM studio on Friday 21st for a live interview with Max Primmer and Robyn Rogers who host the Friday breakfast show. Listen to the podcast.
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State Funeral Farewells Aunty Fae Carter OAM
Aunty Fae Carter OAM was a proud Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta Elder who was fiercely devoted to improving the lives and outcomes for Victoria’s Aboriginal community. A State Funeral Service was held on Wednesday to celebrate her life.
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