Mickleham named Australia’s fastest-growing suburb
Mickleham has been named the top building growth suburb in Australia for 2021 by the Housing Industry Association.The report listed the top 20 growth...
Macedon Ranges council split over Lancefield land development proposal
By Colin MacGillivrayA DECISION on a permit for the sale of gardening and trade supplies on agricultural land in Lancefield has divided Macedon Ranges...
Wallan waste dump finally removed
AN industrial-sized waste dump at Wallan’s Newbridge Estate has been finally been removed by a property developer.The site, in Station Street, Wallan East, appeared...
Donnybrook’s new sports and outdoor precinct set to open early 2022
Donnybrook’s residential areas have continued to expand and create opportunities for people raising families, with the announcement of the Wallaby Donnybrook Early Learning Centre...
Mitchell Shire housing and rental options could reach crisis point
By Colin MacGillivrayCommunity leaders are concerned access to housing and rental options could reach a crisis point in Mitchell Shire if not addressed.Politicians and...
Wallan, Doreen, Upper Plenty schools receive funding for inclusive play spaces
Schools in Wallan and Upper Plenty have received State Government funding to help them become more inclusive of different abilities.In its sixth round of...
Works on $1.2 million Wallan Community Services Hub commence
Work has commenced on the $1.2 million Wallan Community Services Hub, which will provide access to community services and programs with a focus on...
Beveridge to get new $1.3 million walking trails and sports facilities
A $1.3-million expansion is set for Beveridge Recreation Reserve, with new walking trails and play areas as well as sporting facility upgrades.Two lit tennis...
Nine mining exploration licences granted in Mitchell Shire and Macedon Ranges
By Colin MacGillivrayMINING operations are again in the spotlight across the Macedon Ranges and Mitchell Shire after a fresh wave of exploration licence applications...
Mitchell Shire council rejects plan to build concrete plant in Beveridge
MITCHELL Shire councillors have rejected an application to build a concrete batching plant in Beveridge, saying nothing about the proposal made sense for the...