Local News
Dan Murphy Loses Appeal for Local Liquor Supermarket
The Victorian Civil and and Administrative Tribunal has rejected an appeal by the Endeavour Group to build a large liquor store on the corner of Central Springs Road and Bridport Street. While this has been a victory for the local community, it also highlights the imbalance between the resources of local community members and large alcohol corporations when it comes to the determination of packaged liquor licenses.
Glenlyon Pavilion to Be Renovated, Not Rebuilt
The long-running discussion about the future of the Glenlyon Recreation Reserve pavilion has reached a turning point. At their regular meeting earlier this week, Hepburn Shire Council voted to renovate and renew the existing pavilion, rather than build a brand-new one.
Daylesford’s Future as a Tourist Town
Daylesford is a destination town. That brings with it benefits and costs that have to be managed. Planning for the future is all about anticipating change and getting that balance right.
Major Road Maintenance Blitz Underway Across Victoria
A major road maintenance program is being rolled out across Victoria, aiming to rebuild, repair, and resurface roads across the state.
Positive Ageing Expo Returns to Trentham – Mark Your Calendars!
After a huge success last year, the Positive Ageing Expo is back for 2025 – bigger, brighter and full of inspiration for living well at every age. The free, fully catered event will take place on Tuesday 28 October, from 10am to 3pm at The Mechanics, Trentham.
Cheese-Making and More – Notes From The DNC
We have a working bee in our community garden on Monday. All good workers welcome. And mark your diaries for a cheese making workshop on October 25.
Council Backs Four Major Festivals for Two More Years
Four of the Hepburn Shire’s most loved festivals have secured support for the next two years – guaranteeing more colour, music, books, pride and spuds for locals and visitors alike.
Have Your Say on the Future of Pet Management in Hepburn Shire
Hepburn Shire Council is asking the community to help shape the future of pet management, as it develops its new Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) 2025–2029.
Electrify Your Future: Saul Griffith Comes to Hepburn Shire
Hepburn Energy will launch their Regional Community Electrification Program with a special presentation by Saul Griffith, Chief Scientist of Rewiring Australia on October 15.
Spring Into School Holiday Fun at Hepburn Libraries
Hepburn Libraries have a jam-packed program of school holiday activities, workshops and story time sessions guaranteed to spark imaginations and keep boredom at bay.