Stories

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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A Good Old Sunday Road Trip

Order a picnic, throw a rug in the back of the car, or book a late lunch in a…

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What’s New

The cool winter air didn’t stop a flurry of activity in our region, with an…

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Pop Into a Providore

Fun fact: some of Australia’s very first providores popped up right here, in…

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Spring Gardens

As the crisp Winter dew begins to melt, the Daylesford Macedon region unfurls like…

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Photo-Worthy Wedding Venues

In our humble opinion, the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region is home to some of…

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Get Ready For Some Outdoor Adventures

My lovely wife always says ‘there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing…

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Top Dishes From our Hatted Restaurants

When The Age Good Food Guide 2023 awards were handed out, the Daylesford and…

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Women In Wine

From picking grapes to creating award-winning wines, women make immeasurable…

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A Luxurious Sojourn

There’s a moment when you step over the threshold to your luxury holiday…

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5 Hydrating Facials

Getting a facial is one of life’s guilty pleasures. Treating yourself to this…

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A Tour Can Be The Cure

There is plenty to see and do in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. With more than…

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Get Behind the Wheel

A trip to Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges shows that there’s more than meets the…

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Hot Tub Time

Slipping into a hot tub or spa bath can be the perfect way to end a day exploring…

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Pay it Forward in Castlemaine

It’s easy to spend a day or two uncovering Castlemaine’s many treasures. Located on…

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Visit Trentham

Trentham is one happening little hamlet. Nestled on the edge of the Wombat State…

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Interview with Annie Smithers

Blessed with rich volcanic soil and world-class produce, the Daylesford and Macedon…

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Where to Spot and Buy Autumn Colour

Autumn is one of the most popular times to visit the high hills of our region, as…

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What’s New in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges

It’s all happening in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, as we continue to see a…

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All aboard… five locations you can travel to by train

The proximity of the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region to Melbourne is one of…

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The History of the Avenue of Honour

Each autumn, visitors come from far and wide to admire the Avenues of Honour within…

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Our Top Picks – Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival

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

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The Art of the Scent

What better way to remember your holiday than by taking home a scent to remember it…

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Accessible Travel

Travelling can be tricky when you have a disability. That’s why we’ve pulled…

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Fairway to Heaven

When one thinks of Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, golf isn’t usually the first…

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The Indigenous History of Hanging Rock

Discover the fascinating history of Hanging Rock, or 'Ngannelong', that dates back…

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A Paddle and a Bite

When I first started to kayak, it was in Port Phillip Bay. It was a choppy, sea…

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Follow The Sun

There is something truly magical about a stunning sunset. It’s impossible not to…

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Get on the Tools & Workshop it

Whether you are into a yoga stretch or stretching a canvas, there are plenty of…

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The Ultimate Gift Giving Guide

There is something undeniably charming about perusing exquisitely curated boutiques…

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Twilight Fun

There is a magical window of time between 6pm and sunset, when it’s not time for…