Local News
The Arts and Recreation Centre – Notes from the DNC
The Arts and Recreation Centre in Daylesford offers a range of sporting, health, wellness, cultural and arts programs to the community and hosts a variety of community events.
Miracle on Vincent St?
A campaign is under way to reopen the cinema in Daylesford. A State Government grant is being sought, other fund-raising events have been organised and a questionnaire asking people what they want from a cinema will be distributed at this weekend’s Daylesford Show.
Come to the 150th Daylesford Agricultural Show
The 150th Daylesford Agricultural Show is on at Victoria Park tomorrow, Saturday November 23. All indications are that entries are well up on recent years and the weather forecast for Saturday is perfect so this promises to be one of the biggest Shows yet.
Dan Murphy’s Decision Will Go to VCAT
The decision by the Victorian Liquor Commission to refuse a local packaged liquor license for Dan Murphy’s in Daylesford will go to VCAT. A VCAT directions hearing will be held on 10 December, which will provide clarity on the future hearing process.
Owners Must Act to Avoid Vacant Residential Land Tax
Property owners who are subject to land tax have been receiving emails from the Victorian State Revenue Office (SRO) reminding them of their obligations in relation to the Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT). Owners may need to adjust their rental strategies or explore exemption options to avoid accumulating substantial Vacant Residential Land Tax debts.
Campaign to Prevent Violence Against Women
Hepburn Shire Council will participate in this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign in Victoria from 25 November to 10 December. This year’s campaign encourages all Victorians to work together to prevent violence against women.
Drumming Classes Return – Notes From the DNC
Drumming and Silken Movements classes are returning to the DNC.
New Hepburn Shire Council Sworn In but Challenges Await
At a ceremony this week, Don Henderson, Brian Hood, Lesley Hewitt, Tony Clark, Tim Drylie, Pat Hockey and Shirley Cornish were sworn in as Councillors. The new Council faces challenges including the uneven distribution of Councillors across the Shire and a substantial budget deficit.
Live4Life Improving the Lives of Local Young People
The Live4Life initiative at Daylesford College has reached its 6-month milestone. The program is a community wide mental health initiative that offers Mental Health First Aid education to students, teachers, and community members.
Cameron Stewart to Speak on US Election at Wombat Post AGM
Cameron Stewart, who is the Chief International Correspondent to The Australian and who has covered the last three US presidential elections will be the guest speaker at the The Wombat Post AGM on December 4th.