Local News
Plenty of Fish in Hepburn Shire Thanks to Record Stocking
Fishing enthusiasts in Hepburn Shire are set for a fantastic season with thousands of fish stocked in local waterways. As part of an ongoing effort to enhance recreational fishing opportunities, over 340,000 fish have been released into lakes, reservoirs, and rivers across the region.
Celebrating our Shire’s Women and Girls
Hepburn Shire Council will mark International Women’s Day at a free community event on Wednesday 5 March with inductions onto the Heather Mutimer Honour Roll. This is the 20th anniversary of the Honour Roll. The keynote address will come from Australian Paralympian...
Master Social Media and Content Marketing: Free Workshop for Small Businesses
Small business owners keen to enhance their online presence and sharpen their content marketing skills are invited to attend an upcoming workshop hosted by Hepburn Shire Council in collaboration with Business Victoria.
Quarterly Property Update: Pressure Remains on Pricing
The property market stabilised in Daylesford and surrounding districts over the last six months. Pressure remains on pricing with many properties that have been on the market for at least three months discounting the asking price range by 5- 10%.
Driver Hospitalised After Speedway Accident
A serious accident occurred at the Daylesford Speedway on Sunday February 9. CFA volunteers and Ambulance Victoria officers attended the accident to extract an injured driver from wreckage. The driver evacuated to hospital by medivac helicopter with suspected spinal injuries.
Virtual Women’s Health Clinics Launched in Regional Victoria
A new virtual women’s health clinic will be launched in regional Victoria, providing free access to services such as endometriosis and pelvic pain care, menstrual health, cervical screening, menopause care, breast health care, and abortion.
Exercise and Healthy Ageing
Exercise is one of the most effective ways to promote healthy ageing. Engaging in regular physical activity can significantly enhance the quality of life, improve longevity and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
How to Become a Champion Photographer – Notes From the DNC
Courses soon to start at the DNC include Smartphone Photography and Food Handlers Course.
Gas Leak at Clunes Closes Shire Swimming Pools
The Clunes, Daylesford, and Trentham pools were all shut down last week after a fault was discovered in the pool operating equipment at Clunes. Three staff members were affected and required medical treatment.
Consolidation of Shire’s Building Services
Hepburn Shire Council has reached an agreement with Mount Alexander Shire Council to deliver building services across both shire areas. The consolidation of the building services teams means a single team will now provide building services to the communities of both shires.