Lancefield farmers’ market – the ideal destination
This Saturday’s Lancefield and District Farmers’ Market will offer a destination brimming with a diverse range of produce for the whole family.Created with care by farming and food manufacturing family businesses from across the...
“Something has to change”: Budget criticised over missed opportunities
By Grace FrostThe 2023 Federal Budget will do minimal to address the long-term impact of housing availability and affordability, according to Garry Harvey of The Property Guy, as buyers and renters continue to struggle...
Stamp out stamp duty says the HIA
STAMP duty reform in Victoria is long overdue and its removal must be a priority if the State Government is serious about improving home affordability, according to HIA’s Victorian Executive Director, Keith Ryan.Mr Ryan’s...
Ray White Rural Victoria launches new team for Mitchell Shire
Ray White Rural Victoria has launched a new duo, ‘Team Woodley Saba’, to service demand across the Mitchell Shire.As interest rates continue to rise, many Melbournians are seeking to reduce their mortgages by moving...
Have a say on council’s rubbish collection
DIVERTING waste from landfill, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating a circular economy are among the main focuses of a draft Mitchell Shire Council waste policy out now for community consultation.Council’s draft Waste and...
Clonbinane gardens on display
THE Gardens of Clonbinane will this Saturday be on display, with five gardens around the district to open their gates to the public.Featuring a mix of styles and plants, including perennials, roses, deciduous trees,...
Glass bin collections begin in City of Whittlesea
The City of Whittlesea’s first glass bin collections began last week, marking the start of council’s new recycling service.As part of the State Government’s requirement for a standardised four-bin waste and recycling system for...
Mitchell Shire to adopt four-bin system
New bins for organic waste and glass recycling are set to appear on Mitchell Shire kerbs by 2025, meaning council’s general rubbish collection will be fortnightly.Council announced the changes to its waste collection services...
Plant expo and sale returns to Wallan
The Australian Plant Society Mitchell Group’s annual native flower and plant sale is back, with an event in Wallan on Saturday after a three-year hiatus.The Australian Plant Society Victoria is selling all sorts of...
Garden Lover’s Fair unlocks Lewisham and Durrol gardens
In conjunction with Open Gardens Victoria, two private gardens at Mount Macedon – Lewisham and Durrol - are set to open in a first-time partnership with the Garden Lovers’ fair on October 1 and...