The Block showcased their arrival in Daylesford with contestants highlighting the annual ChillOut parade. Locals anticipate that The Block will boost the local economy during filming and construction and will have longer term impacts on the local real estate market as the newly constructed homes become available in spring 2025.
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A proposal to expand the Bodhi retreat at 319 Daylesford-Trentham Road has sparked significant debate among residents, with supporters citing economic benefits and objectors raising concerns over environmental impact, traffic, and land use changes.
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Community Bank Daylesford District, part of Bendigo Bank, is proud to announce its continued support as a sponsor of the ChillOut Festival for the fifth year.
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Regional property values continue to outpace their capital city counterparts Three-quarters of...
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Small business owners keen to enhance their online presence and sharpen their content marketing skills are invited to attend an upcoming workshop hosted by Hepburn Shire Council in collaboration with Business Victoria.
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The property market stabilised in Daylesford and surrounding districts over the last six months. Pressure remains on pricing with many properties that have been on the market for at least three months discounting the asking price range by 5- 10%.
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Property owners who are subject to land tax have been receiving emails from the Victorian State Revenue Office (SRO) reminding them of their obligations in relation to the Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT). Owners may need to adjust their rental strategies or explore exemption options to avoid accumulating substantial Vacant Residential Land Tax debts.
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The most recent Z-NET electricity audit for FY2023 showed significant gains in rooftop solar across the Shire, with 4MW of new solar installed in the year, bringing the total installed solar to 20.1MW, an increase of 20% over the year.
Read MoreMembers of the community are warned that there is just over a week until the 3G network shuts down. Small and family businesses are warned to make sure they do not have their vital business systems and equipment fail when the 3G network is switched off on 28 October.
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The beloved Daylesford community cinema is poised to make a comeback, thanks to the persistent efforts of the Daylesford Cinema Group. A deal has been struck with the new owners of The Rex which will allow the group to lease the upper floor of the building and complete the cinema shell started as part of the abandoned Rex project.
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Daylesford Macedon Tourism (DMT) has announced the launch of its new campaign, “Come Back to Life”. The campaign showcases the region’s rejuvenation experiences while celebrating the exceptional tourism operators that make it one of Victoria’s top destinations.
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Historic Lavandula has been given a freshen up” by new owners, Bess and Paxton Cash and and will reopen on September 20.
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