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Shire News

Council adopts 2013/14 budget

Posted on Thu 13 June

Council has adopted its 2013/14 budget with amendments that will reduce its rate revenue by $723,000 and lower the average rate increase from the proposed 6.9% to an actual 4.9%.

Businesses celebrate excellence in the Macedon Ranges

Posted on Tue 11 June

Businesses gathered for the ‘night of nights’ of celebrations on Wednesday 5 June at the 2013 Macedon Ranges Business Awards, which aim to celebrate excellence and achievements of local businesses in the Macedon Ranges.

Half price pet microchipping in June and July

Half price pet microchipping in June and July

Posted on Tue 11 June

In partnership with a number of local veterinary clinics, Macedon Ranges Shire Council is offering pet owners the chance to microchip their pet for $25 (half the normal rate) at sessions scheduled in June and July.

Moving billboard promotes the Macedon Ranges

Moving billboard promotes the Macedon Ranges

Posted on Tue 11 June

A large commercial truck which travels daily to and from Melbourne along the Calder Freeway is promoting the beauty of the Macedon Ranges to city commuters.

Events & Activities

The Three Tenors Tribute show

The Three Tenors Tribute show

Date: Fri 21 June | 11:30AM- 12:45PM

Venue: Kyneton Town Hall, 129 Mollison st, Kyneton

The second show in our Daylight Theatre Series at the Kyneton Town Hall - The Three Tenors tribute show.

Riddells Creek Strength for Health

Riddells Creek Strength for Health

Date: Mon 24 June | 1:30PM- 2:30PM

Venue: 59 Main Street, Riddells Creek

This 8 week group strength training program is perfect for beginners or those getting back into exercise. Work at your own pace using light weights and chair based activities. Held at the Riddells Creek Neighbourhood House.

Winter Blues Night

Winter Blues Night

Date: Fri 28 June | 7:00PM- 11:00PM

Venue: Kyneton Town Hall, 129 Mollison Street, Kyneton

Winer Blues Night featuring: Archer Shepherd & the Long Lost Daddies, Jarrod Shaw, Tully Sumner, Taylor Sheridan.

Immunisation sessions in Gisborne

Date: Thu 4 July | 9:15AM- 10:30AM

Venue: Gisborne Administration & Service Centre, 40 Robertson Street, Gisborne

Timetable for immunisations sessions in Gisborne.

Emergency Notices

DSE planned burns

DSE planned burns

Posted on Mon 8 April

Fuel reduction burning is taking place in the Macedon Ranges.

Fire danger period

Fire danger period

Posted on Mon 8 April

Fire restrictions have been lifted in the Macedon Ranges, however Local Law conditions still need to be met before burning.

Local emergency Facebook page

Local emergency Facebook page

Posted on Mon 4 March

The Macedon Ranges Emergency Facebook page supports community preparedness, relief and recovery from emergencies and hazards in the region, such as bushfires, heatwaves or floods.

Have Your Say

Temporary load limits on bridges

Posted on Tue 18 June

Temporary load limits have been introduced on three bridges in New Gisborne, Lancefield and Darraweit Guim in response to recommendations following recent bridge inspections across the shire.

Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan Project

Kyneton Showgrounds Master Plan Project

Posted on Wed 5 June

Council is seeking feedback on a study to prepare a master plan for the Kyneton Showgrounds

 Aquatic Development Plan

Aquatic Development Plan

Posted on Wed 5 June

Council is currently developing an Aquatic Development Plan to guide the future provision of leisure and aquatic facilities across the shire.

Hanging Rock Concerts Community Survey

Hanging Rock Concerts Community Survey

Posted on Wed 5 June

Council is seeking feedback on the future direction of large scale concerts at Hanging Rock.