Victorian renters and landlords now have access to a new service aimed at resolving common rental disputes quickly and informally. Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV), a free service launched this week, provides an alternative pathway to settle issues such as bond disagreements, compensation claims, repair requests and rent increases.
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DJAARA, the Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation, has reaffirmed its leadership and long-term vision with the launch of two key strategic documents: a refreshed Dhelkunya Dja Country Plan (2014–2034) and a new economic strategy titled Wuktjarrang – Trading Our Way.
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The hospitality revival is continuing in Hepburn Springs with the latest opening being Café Lotte on the main road this week. Formerly the site of Frank & Connie’s, locals have missed having a venue at this space and are excited about the venue being re-opened.
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The State Electricity Commission (SEC) will begin supplying renewable electricity to all Victorian Government operations from 1 July 2025, under a series of newly signed retail contracts.
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A group of Companies developing local boutique accommodation have gone into voluntary administration because they are no longer financially viable leaving a number of local properties in limbo. The affected properties include the historic St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Camp Street, Daylesford.
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Filming of The Block 2025 has officially wrapped in Daylesford, bringing an end to months of local buzz, media attention and behind-the-scenes activity in our normally quiet town. With the air date for the first episode anticipated in August, residents and real estate agents alike are already seeing the ripple effects of the show’s presence.
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After several years of volatile growth, new data suggests the property markets in Daylesford and Hepburn Springs may be entering a phase of stabilisation. The COVID-era migration from metropolitan areas and a sharp increase in demand for regional properties fuelled unrealistic market expectations. Conditions have cooled and several newly introduced property-related taxes have subdued investor interest, particularly in the holiday rental segment which was once a major driver of local property demand.
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Farmers in Hepburn Shire are set to benefit from a significant expansion of the Victorian Government’s drought support, with an additional $15.9 million committed to assist those affected by prolonged dry conditions and challenging seasonal forecasts.
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Over the last three months, there was a significant increase in properties for sale in Daylesford...
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Central Highlands Water (CHW) will soon replace it’s fleet of more than 75,000 existing water meters with new digital water meters. Stage 2 of the Daylesford Pipeline Project which involves an upgrade to the Blampied Pump Station on the Goldfields Superpipe is underway. Come along and hear an update from Central Highlands Water about these important water supply projects.
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Daylesford’s historic Royal Hotel is set to undergo a significant refurbishment, with nine guest rooms in the adjoining guest house to be upgraded as part of an Accommodation Uplift Project supported by the Regional Tourism Investment Fund 2024.
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Hospitality is returning to Hepburn with the opening of Hepburn Café on the site of the old Harry’s Cafe and with the imminent reopening of the Savoia Hotel.
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