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.
The History of the Avenue of Honour
Each autumn, visitors come from far and wide to admire the Avenues of Honour within…
Our Top Picks – Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
Autumn truly is one of the best times to visit the Macedon Ranges, as the leaves…
Accessible Travel
Travelling can be tricky when you have a disability. That’s why we’ve pulled…
Fairway to Heaven
When one thinks of Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges, golf isn’t usually the first…
The Indigenous History of Hanging Rock
Discover the fascinating history of Hanging Rock, or 'Ngannelong', that dates back…
A Paddle and a Bite
When I first started to kayak, it was in Port Phillip Bay. It was a choppy, sea…
Follow The Sun
There is something truly magical about a stunning sunset. It’s impossible not to…
Twilight Fun
There is a magical window of time between 6pm and sunset, when it’s not time for…
Probably the best country pub trail in the world
The Danish term ‘hygge´ (pronounced “hue-guh”) has been often linked with…
Exhaling Under A Thousand Stars
While I’m still on my camping “L Plates’, a slow renovation of an 80’s pop up…
Bloomin’ Lovely
Renowned for its warm summers and cool winters, picturesque landscapes, fertile…
Your Guide to the Pawfect Getaway
Taking our pets with us on holiday is the new norm. Here are our picks for the best…
Top Spots for Winter Shots
We asked six of our favourite local photographers to share their tips on where to…
School Holiday Family Fun
Don’t let the cooler weather deter you this winter, Daylesford and the Macedon…
Snow Play
Few things excite my children more than a bit of nutaryuk. ‘Nutaryuk’ is the Innuit…
Encounters of the Spooky Kind
It is said that Victoria’s historic goldfields are some of the most haunted places…
BOREALIS lights up Daylesford
Always dreamed of seeing the Northern Lights? You can make it a reality without…
Destination Wellness
The Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region is renowned for its world-class spas and…
Live Music in Unexpected Places
Discover sweet sounds in plenty of unexpected places - from churches to mechanics’…
Autumn Botanic Gardens Treasure Hunt
Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges are spectacular in autumn and everyone wants to…
Bridges of Macedon County
Bridges of Maddison County, the modern-day love affair played out on the big screen…
Our top picks: Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival
The Macedon Ranges come alive in autumn, as leaves change colour, and villages…
Growing Season
One of the simple joys of visiting the country is throwing a few coins into a…
It’s Time to Say I Do (Finally!)
Boasting sublime settings, an abundance of accommodation with fine food and wine…
Be Kind to Yourself
There’s no denying 2021 has been a tough year, so what better time to treat…
Summer Night Skies
Fortuitously, the answer for Victorians is not very far away and only a short drive…
Get to the Beer Gardens
With an abundance of sunlight, the flourish of lavender, and the melodic hum of…
Follow the Sparkling Trail
Not all sparkling wine is created equal. The production of a truly great sparkling…
Walk to Lunch
In a region where walking tracks and foodie experiences are in abundance, why not…
Country Fair
2020 – what a BLEEP of a year! Thankfully, our region’s dedicated Agriculture Show…