Local News
Christmas CFA Fundraiser is on Again at Cliffy’s
Cliffy’s Christmas fundraiser is back this December, raising funds for our local CFA brigades. The proceeds from this year’s raffle will directly support our local Country Fire Authority (CFA) brigades including Daylesford, Hepburn, Franklinford, Glenlyon, Musk, Leonards Hill and Porcupine Ridge.
Historic Wheelers Bridge Closed as Council Moves to Protect Safety
Hepburn Council has closed Wheelers Bridge on the Creswick–Lawrence Road after receiving advice that continued use poses an unacceptable risk to motorists and pedestrians. Council will prepare a further report on the long-term future of Wheelers Bridge, considering factors such as safety, risk, cost, level of use and heritage value.
Property Listings Surge in Daylesford as Market Sentiment Shifts
The number of houses for sale in the Daylesford area has jumped sharply, with listings up 30 per cent over the last quarter. Recent Victorian Government policies affecting investment and holiday properties may be influencing sentiment in the region.
Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre and Good Grub Club Secure Major Funding for New Community Food Hub
The Daylesford Neighbourhood Centre (DNC), has announced that it has been successful in securing $89,000 through the Victorian Government’s Community Food Relief Program – Local Grants (2025–26) in partnership with the Good Grub Club (GGC).
Daylesford Launch of Lerderderg Track Guide Makes 300km of Hiking and Biking Trails Truly Accessible
The 84km-long Lerderderg Track between Daylesford and Bacchus Marsh now has its own guidebook, thanks to the Great Dividing Trail Association (GDTA). The Lerderderg Track Walk or Ride Guide was launched by the walking group’s patron, Olympian and marathon runner, Steve Moneghetti, on Wednesday.
Government Hits Pause on Controversial Emergency-Services Levy
The Victorian government has announced a pause in planned increases in the Emergency Services Volunteer Fund for primary producers and investment property owners while administrative arrangements are finalised.
Daylesford Coles Reopens with New Local Format and Focus on Regional Produce
Daylesford’s long-standing Coles supermarket has been relaunched this week with a fresh layout and an expanded range, marking the first time the Coles Local format has opened in a regional town.
Healthy Daylesford: What an Exercise Physiologist Does and How They Can Help
An Exercise Physiologist (EP or Ex Phys) is a tertiary-qualified allied health professional who uses exercise to treat medical conditions and rehabilitate injuries.
Wombat Hill Water Basin Undergoes Inspection as Pipeline Project Nears Completion
Planned inspection works are underway on the Wombat Hill high-level water basin, a key component of Daylesford’s water supply network, as part of the broader Daylesford pipeline upgrade scheduled for completion in the coming months. The high-level basin, one of two...
Coldest Start to Summer Since 1996
The first of December was the coldest start to summer since 1996 for Melbourne. But the La Nina conditions which bring greater than normal rainfall have eased and the BOM predicts the period from December to March will bring average rainfall.