Local News
A Community Coop (And Roots & Branches) โ Notes from the DNC
Get involved in a community chook run. Or join with others who are exploring their family histories. There’s lots to do at the Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre.
Small Homes, Big Impact: A Local Solution for Hidden Homelessness
Hepburn Shire is grappling with a housing crisis that leaves hundreds without secure, affordable accommodation. Local not-for-profit group Safe Place Homes (SPH) has proposed a solution to tackle this issue by assisting landowners to install a small, second dwellingโno larger than 60 square metresโon their existing residential property.
The Cold Truth: How Deliberate Cold Exposure Can Boost Your Health, Mood, and Resilience
Cold exposure, once a survival challenge, is now being embraced as a tool for enhancing health and resilience. The practise of deliberately subjecting the body to cold has gained popularity among athletes, biohackers and wellness enthusiasts. This article explores the evidence about cold exposure to help readers decide whether it is right for them.
SEC will Enter Power Retail Market from July
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.
Djuwang Baring Recognised at Local Government Awards
Hepburn Shire Council has received recognition for the Djuwang Baring (Creswick Trails) development. But while the recognition highlights the project’s success, it also comes against the backdrop of ongoing debt incurred by the Shire to fund its share of the $9.4 million project.
Keeping Warm in Winter- Chainsaw Sharpening at Daylesford Repair Cafe
Daylesford’s Repair Cafe is conducting a Workshop on chainsaw sharpening this Sunday June 15th, at 1.30pm. Bring along your chainsaw and learn how to sharpen the chain, so you can continue with the many tasks that are being asked of us at this time of the year, including keeping warm.
Local Development Projects in Trouble
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 Andrewโs Presbyterian Church in Camp Street, Daylesford.
Multi-Agency Emergency Information Sessions for Residents and Business Owners
Hepburn Shire Council is hosting two events on June 26 to give residents and business owners the opportunity to hear from emergency management agencies about the roles and responsibilities they have in responding to emergencies.ย
Young Voices to Take Global Stage at TEDx Daylesford Youth
Young people from across Hepburn Shire will step onto the global stage this July in the regionโs first TEDx Daylesford Youth event. Around ten students, selected for their passion, ideas and commitment to making a difference, will deliver short talks on issues that matter to them and their communities.
Draft Integrated Transport Strategy Opens for Public Comment
Hepburn Shire Council has released a draft Integrated Transport Strategy (ITS) for community feedback. The strategy forms part of Councilโs Future Hepburn strategic planning initiative.