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Welcome to Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. If you are interested in wonderful produce and great food and wine, then this is the place for you.

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10 things to do in Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges this weekend

Treating yourself (or a loved one) to a relaxing and rejuvenating massage is one of…

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From Pub Fare to Fancy Feasts

Some days, you feel like a classic pub meal in a warm, friendly, bustling pub,…

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Top 7 Massages

Treating yourself (or a loved one) to a relaxing and rejuvenating massage is one of…

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Top 8 Spring Gardens

Spring is the ideal time to visit the many glorious gardens found within Daylesford…

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Follow The Pie Trail

Enjoying a meat pie while watching a game of footy is a true Aussie tradition. In…

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Spring Stays

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a stay at one of these boutique accommodation…

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Top Cellar Doors

We’re generalising (slightly) here, but there are two kinds of wine regions: the…

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Top 10 walks in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges

Need a natural health kick? Since the late 1800s people have visited the Daylesford…

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A Garden Lover’s Guide to Mount Macedon

Melina Goddard and Annie Mulkearns, the duo behind Mount Macedon Tours give us the…

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What’s Happening This Spring in the Region

Spring truly is a feast for the senses in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. Visit…

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Guide to our Wonderful Waterfalls and Reservoirs

The rain through the wetter months of the year, May through to November, ensures…

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A Weekend For Our Fellow Francophiles

International travel and those long-missed Euro-trips may be back on the cards. But…

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What’s New in Winter

Winter truly is a magical time in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. Fireplaces…

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Top fireplaces in Daylesford & the Macedon Ranges

As winter closes in on the Daylesford Macedon region, as the air becomes crisp and…

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Cosy Cocktail Lounges & Wine Bars

Whether you’re looking for the perfect pairing to enjoy at home, a delicious…

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Visit Daylesford

An ideal escape for couples, Daylesford is a land of natural beauty, culinary…

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Intimate Wedding Venues

Planning a wedding doesn't have to be a grand affair with a long guest list and…

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A Local’s Guide to the Macedon Ranges

Kyneton local, Shane Caruana, holds the dream job of Head Ranger at Hanging Rock…

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Local Treasures

Make your memories last a lifetime with tangible bespoke pieces inspired by our…

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A Sparkling Good Life

With panoramic views of the Macedon Ranges landscape, including the imposing and…

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Whisky – Water Of Life

Whisky is a dark-grain alcohol made all over the world. It was first developed in…

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Our Best Bakeries

The mark of a good country town is the quality of its baked goods; most notably the…

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The Art of Resting

Why is it, that the older you get the quicker time passes? Especially in a world…

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Pubs With A Past

If you’re a sucker for a quaint weatherboard pub with a verandah or a heritage…

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Cosy Cottages

As the cooler weather approaches, cosy cottages beckon. Thanks to the legacy of the…

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Hiking For Autumn Colour

We’ve heard it all before – the benefits of nature as therapy, but have you…

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Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival

Autumn truly is one of the best times to visit the Macedon Ranges, as the region…

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Gravel Magic

We’re all familiar with pictures of a peloton snaking down a smooth tarmac road in…