Local News
Healthy Daylesford: Understanding Tension Headaches
Characterized by a dull, aching sensation that can range from mild to severe, tension headaches often occur as a result of stress, fatigue or muscle tension and can affect individuals of all ages. It is essential to understand their causes, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated.
Nature Diary: Autumn Changes in the Gardens and Forests Around You
There has been a distinct shift in the seasons recently, with cold nights, a softer blue sky and the European leaves turning red and yellow. And there are changes in our local fauna despite the ongoing drought!
CFA Recruitment Campaign
The Daylesford Fire Brigade has launched a recruitment campaign to attract new members. ย The brigade is calling on locals from Daylesford and surrounding towns to turn their spare time into something extraordinary by becoming volunteer firefighters.
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 celebrateโincluding 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 2025โ2029. 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 โ 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 15ย from 5.00pm till 7.00pm.