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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Duneira Estate

Duneira Estate is an original colonial hill-station and grand garden located on…

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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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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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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…

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2 Days in the Macedon Ranges

Follow our two-day itinerary to discover some of the best food and drink…

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2 Days in Daylesford + Surrounds

Discover some of the best dining and drinking e xperiences in Daylesford and…

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Top 5 Tasting Plates

With the arrival of the warmer weather and longer days, we can’t think of a better…

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The Rise Of ‘Local’

It has been a privilege to monitor the awakening of global best practice producers…

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A Local’s Guide To Daylesford

Daylesford local, Paul Righetti, is a fifth generation farmer and owner of…

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Spectacular Places To Say ‘I DO’

Fancy getting married in a spectacular outdoor location? The Daylesford and Macedon…

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A Guide to Conscious Shopping

By shopping ‘slow’ and supporting smaller makers or certified brands, you are often…

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Pet-Friendly Stays

Fancy a weekend away, but don’t want to leave your four-legged friend behind? We…

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Wellness: Budget to Luxe

When it comes to pampering oneself, it doesn’t have to break the bank. From bathing…

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Rosé in the Ranges

Rosé, a style of wine that is characterised by a light copper to pink hue, crunchy…