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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Hepburn Shire Council has renewed the lease to Belgravia Leisure, the current tenant at the historic Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa. The agreement involves Council investment in some structural and drainage works and a $2 million investment by Belgravia Leisure in capital works.
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Daylesford was recognised with Silver in the Small Tourism Town Award category at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards this week at Parliament House in Canberra. Exmouth, Western Australia, was awarded Gold and Richmond, Tasmania, won Bronze.
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The Victorian Government has announced plans to introduce a 7.5% levy on short stay on total revenue raised through online accommodation platforms to apply from 1 January 2025. The levy will likely increase short stay accommodation prices and may drive many owners out of the market.
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Pathway Essentials have opened a café ‘Cooked Diner’ in Howe Street. Young people who have disengaged are employed and develop skills in hospitality as part of the Pathway Essentials program.
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A successful French National celebration raised over $5000 for the Daylesford and District Brass Band. Organisers are grateful for the support of the local business community and everyone who supported the evening.
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Local property investors run the risk of being hit with a massive additional state tax if they fail to comply with the Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) requirements. From 1 January 2025, VRLT will apply to residential land across all of Victoria if the land is vacant for more than 6 months in the preceding calendar year.
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Daylesford has been announced as one of 17 finalists at this year’s TAC Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards. The TAC Awards showcase the value of tourism to the towns and communities across Victoria and celebrate the diversity and outstanding regional destinations of our state.
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Council is seeking a tenant for the café at Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve. This is a significant business opportunity located in an attractive and popular drawcard to the Shire.
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Members of the Hepburn Springs Golf Club have recently approved the acquisition of their golf course and assets by Golf Services Management (GSM). GSM have committed to clearing all of the Club’s liabilities, provide discounted fees to existing members for a minimum of 5 years, and make significant investments in capital improvements works to both the golf course itself and associated buildings.
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Daylesford remains popular, but the cost of living is cutting into travel budgets and demand for...
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