The Mayor, Cr Don Henderson, and Councillors have issued a statement of “regret” for actions taken in the past in relation to the Hepburn Hub at The Rex project. The statement included an apology for the harm caused to the community but not for the mismanagement or the decisions that were taken.
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At the March Council meeting, Council resolved to make a written submission to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) in relation to the ongoing appeal by the Endeavour Group against a Liquor Licencing Commission decision to refuse a packaged liquor licence for a Dan Murphy’s outlet in Daylesford.
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The Labour Government’s 2025 pre-election budget includes significant infrastructure investments aimed at improving transport connectivity for regional residents.
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The Victorian Government has announced the introduction of the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF), set to replace the Fire Services Property Levy (FSPL) from 1 July 2025. The increased levy is effectively shifting costs of emergency services from the state government to rate payers.
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Many people wish to trace family members who lived in the area or search for information about past owners of their properties. The Daylesford and District Historical society has extensive records that are not available on line. Museum volunteers are ready to lend a hand.
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Leaders from the Greater Ballarat region are calling for bipartisan support to enhance infrastructure and services critical to their communities’ growth and well-being. The Greater Ballarat Alliance of Councils has identified key priorities requiring federal intervention: housing, transport, digital connectivity, and local government financial sustainability.
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The long anticipated renovations of Coles Daylesford are underway. The store will remain open throughout the renovation and Coles is working hard to keep as many car parks open for our customers during the works.
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The Victorian Government has unveiled the Plan for Victoria, a long-term strategic framework guiding the state’s growth and development through to 2051. The plan aligns closely with Hepburn Shire Council’s Future Hepburn strategies.
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Today’s Medicare has its origins in the Medibank program introduced 50 years ago by the Whitlam Government but the Medicare funding model was not designed to deal with the dramatic growth of chronic disease. A new Medicare model is needed – one that puts more emphasis on keeping people healthy. At the first in a series of Daylesford Conversations, Dr Hal Swerissen will explore new directions for Medicare.
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The Hepburn Shire has responded to a highly critical leaked draft report on the initiation and management of The Rex community hub project in Daylesford. Hepburn Shire CEO, Bradley Thomas, provided a detailed response on the 42 recommendations outlined in the Inspectorate’s draft report that had been put in place during his time as CEO.
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The DNC is looking for help to re-design their kitchen. There are school holiday art classes for children. And the DNC committee needs a couple of fresh faces.
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Students in Daylesford, Hepburn, and surrounding areas are set to benefit from a range of enhanced educational opportunities thanks to initiatives supported by the state government.
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