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A New Era Kicks Off at Daylesford and Hepburn United Soccer Club
The Daylesford and Hepburn United Soccer Club (DHUSC) has launched into the 2025 season with plenty to celebrate—including a historic first for the club and a major funding promise to improve its facilities.
Council Invites Community Feedback on Draft Priorities for Council Plan
Hepburn Shire Council is inviting community members to help shape the future of the region by having their say on the draft priorities for the Council Plan 2025–2029. Council is seeking feedback from the wider community to ensure the Plan truly reflects local priorities for services, facilities, and future planning.
Autumn Weather Right on Time
March rainfall of 46.8mm was just above the 44.7mm long-term average. That followed drier than average conditions for January and February. The Bureau of Meteorology modelling suggests that for April to the end of June drier than normal conditions are likely for much of Victoria.
Flu Season Has Arrived Early
Flu is shaping up as a major problem this year from May to October. Infections in Australia are already up 50% for the first quarter compared to the same period last year. Vaccination at pharmacies or GP surgeries is recommended.
40 km/hr Speed Zone for Daylesford CBD
Hepburn Shire Council has implemented a new speed zone of 40 km/hr for an area surrounding the central business district of Daylesford to enhance safety for road users and pedestrians.
We Are So Proud of Our Lynda – Notes From the DNC
The Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre (DNC) Committee of Management, staff, and volunteers are immensely proud of Lynda (Daisy) Poke, who was recently inducted into the Heather Mutimer Roll of Honour.
The Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid Comes To Daylesford
A community information session about the Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid will be held at the Daylesford Museum on Tuesday April 15 from 5.00pm till 7.00pm.
Council “Regrets” Rex Decisions
The Mayor, Cr Don Henderson, and Councillors have issued a statement of “regret” for actions taken in the past in relation to the Hepburn Hub at The Rex project. The statement included an apology for the harm caused to the community but not for the mismanagement or the decisions that were taken.
Council to Make Written Submission to VCAT on Dan Murphy’s Appeal
At the March Council meeting, Council resolved to make a written submission to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) in relation to the ongoing appeal by the Endeavour Group against a Liquor Licencing Commission decision to refuse a packaged liquor licence for a Dan Murphy’s outlet in Daylesford.
Federal Budget Promises Infrastructure Investments for Ballarat Region
The Labour Government’s 2025 pre-election budget includes significant infrastructure investments aimed at improving transport connectivity for regional residents.