Calling all artists – Activate our towns Published on 19 January 2022 As part of the Arts and Culture Outdoor Activations Program, Council is seeking expressions of interest from accomplished local artist/producers to develop a program of activations in public spaces across the shire during summer and autumn 2022.
Listening to tomorrow’s leaders today Published on 19 January 2022 Council is looking for young people aged 15-25 who live, work or study in the Macedon Ranges to get involved in the recently revamped “Youth Ambassador Program”.
Have your say: water play facilities at our pools Published on 17 January 2022 Council is seeking feedback about water play facilities to help guide future planning and upgrades.
Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival launches with a fantastic program Published on 06 January 2022 Planning for the 2022 Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival (26 March to 25 April) is charging ahead, promising a fantastic program that celebrates the area’s uniqueness with events, activities, nature experiences, autumn produce and creativity across the shire.
Federal Preparing Australian Communities funding for community groups Published on 17 December 2021 Macedon Ranges Shire Council is encouraging eligible community groups to apply for a federal Preparing Australian Communities - Local Stream Program grant.
Fire Danger Period declared Published on 17 December 2021 The Country Fire Authority (CFA) have advised that the Fire Danger Period for the Macedon Ranges Shire will come into force at 1am on Monday 20 December 2021 and conclude on 1 May, 2022.
Shire Hall returns to former glory Published on 09 December 2021 The eight month restoration of the historic Kyneton Shire Hall, funded jointly by the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program and Macedon Ranges Shire Council is set to be completed in December.
Vandals destroy trees in Gisborne Botanic Gardens Published on 08 December 2021 Local residents, Councillors and staff and have been left bewildered following the vandalism of three young trees in the Gisborne Botanic Gardens over the weekend of 4/5 December, that at maturity would have become a significant addition to the gardens.
Immerse yourself in the Murmuring Walk soundscape Published on 29 November 2021 Be among the first to experience ‘Murmuring Walk’, a sublime audio guided experience inspired by the environment and the birdlife inhabiting the lush bush surrounds of Sanatorium Lake, Mount Macedon.
Outdoor pools to reopen for summer Published on 29 November 2021 Summer has arrived and Council is pleased to announce the re-opening of the two outdoor pools in Woodend and Lancefield.