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.
October 10, 2023
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…
October 3, 2023
What’s New
The cool winter air didn’t stop a flurry of activity in our region, with an…
September 26, 2023
Pop Into a Providore
Fun fact: some of Australia’s very first providores popped up right here, in…
August 31, 2023
Spring Gardens
As the crisp Winter dew begins to melt, the Daylesford Macedon region unfurls like…
August 15, 2023
Photo-Worthy Wedding Venues
In our humble opinion, the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region is home to some of…
July 11, 2023
Get Ready For Some Outdoor Adventures
My lovely wife always says ‘there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing…
June 20, 2023
Top Dishes From our Hatted Restaurants
When The Age Good Food Guide 2023 awards were handed out, the Daylesford and…
June 20, 2023
Women In Wine
From picking grapes to creating award-winning wines, women make immeasurable…
June 13, 2023
A Luxurious Sojourn
There’s a moment when you step over the threshold to your luxury holiday…
June 13, 2023
5 Hydrating Facials
Getting a facial is one of life’s guilty pleasures. Treating yourself to this…
May 30, 2023
A Tour Can Be The Cure
There is plenty to see and do in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. With more than…
May 30, 2023
Get Behind the Wheel
A trip to Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges shows that there’s more than meets the…
May 23, 2023
Hot Tub Time
Slipping into a hot tub or spa bath can be the perfect way to end a day exploring…
May 23, 2023
Pay it Forward in Castlemaine
It’s easy to spend a day or two uncovering Castlemaine’s many treasures. Located on…
May 21, 2023
Visit Trentham
Trentham is one happening little hamlet. Nestled on the edge of the Wombat State…
May 8, 2023
Interview with Annie Smithers
Blessed with rich volcanic soil and world-class produce, the Daylesford and Macedon…
May 2, 2023
Where to Spot and Buy Autumn Colour
Autumn is one of the most popular times to visit the high hills of our region, as…
April 4, 2023
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…
March 30, 2023
All aboard… five locations you can travel to by train
The proximity of the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region to Melbourne is one of…
March 29, 2023
The History of the Avenue of Honour
Each autumn, visitors come from far and wide to admire the Avenues of Honour within…
March 21, 2023
Our Top Picks – Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
Autumn truly is one of the best times to visit the Macedon Ranges, as the leaves…
March 21, 2023
The Art of the Scent
What better way to remember your holiday than by taking home a scent to remember it…
January 17, 2023
Accessible Travel
Travelling can be tricky when you have a disability. That’s why we’ve pulled…
December 5, 2022
Fairway to Heaven
When one thinks of Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, golf isn’t usually the first…
December 3, 2022
The Indigenous History of Hanging Rock
Discover the fascinating history of Hanging Rock, or 'Ngannelong', that dates back…
November 30, 2022
A Paddle and a Bite
When I first started to kayak, it was in Port Phillip Bay. It was a choppy, sea…
November 29, 2022
Follow The Sun
There is something truly magical about a stunning sunset. It’s impossible not to…
November 23, 2022
Get on the Tools & Workshop it
Whether you are into a yoga stretch or stretching a canvas, there are plenty of…
November 22, 2022
The Ultimate Gift Giving Guide
There is something undeniably charming about perusing exquisitely curated boutiques…
November 16, 2022
Twilight Fun
There is a magical window of time between 6pm and sunset, when it’s not time for…