Local News
World Suicide Prevention Day – Daylesford Students Lead the Way
Earlier this week, World Suicide Prevention Day was a time to reflect on how our community can better support mental health and wellbeing, and take action to prevent suicide.
Possums and Drought: A Case for Acceptance?
The recent drought has severely limited plant growth in local forests and force possums into gardens where they can cause considerable damage to fruit trees. But Tanya Loos argues that maybe, in times of drought it is worth sacrificing a successful fruit tree season to preserve these creatures.
New Health Trial Brings Specialist Care to Local Aged Care Homes
Older people in aged care homes across western Victoria are set to benefit from a new health project trial aimed at reducing avoidable hospital visits and improving access to specialist care.
Mayor’s Message
Hepburn Shire Mayor, Cr Don Henderson, highlights recent news and events in the Shire.
Council Renews Opposition to Western Renewables Link but Alternatives Remain Unclear
Hepburn Shire Council has reiterated its strong opposition to the Western Renewables Link (WRL), lodging a detailed submission to the Environmental Effects Statement and confirming it will present expert evidence at upcoming hearings.
Bulldogs Book Their Spots in Footy and Netball Grand Finals
Daylesford fans have plenty to cheer about this week with both the Bulldogs’ senior footballers and A Grade netballers marching into their respective Grand Finals for the second year running. The senior footy side was dominant in their Preliminary Final clash with...
Call for Program Leaders – Notes From the DNC
The DNC is looking for program leaders for The ARC. Help to reinvigorate the ARC as a vibrant recreation hub for the community.
Three Good Months of Rain Boost Reservoirs to 97%
Daylesford’s water supply was down to 31% in late June but following several good rainfalls they were 97% full as of 2nd September. The Bureau of Meteorology’s (BOM) local agent recorded 119.2mm of rain for August well above the long-term average of 103.7mm.
Hepburn Shire News
News from Hepburn Shire Council.
Trentham Named Australia’s Top Tiny Tourism Town
Trentham has been officially crowned Australia’s Top Tiny Tourism Town at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, beating out strong competition from Robe (SA), Kalbarri (WA), Huskisson (NSW), Stanley (Tas), and Town of 1770 (Qld). This national recognition follows...