We could start this article with the obligatory description of Maldon being a notable town and a fine example of the gold rush era, but that would diminish the excitement of what’s happening behind the scenes.

Spring sunshine triggers the removal of layers, layers that can feel like a uniform we’re forced to wear, in the endless winter months.

Have you ever had someone 'pay it forward' at your local café? It's delightful to be treated to a free coffee, having such a generous act bestowed upon you.

Fashion is a beautiful way to radiate and shine, and for me, it is an expression of my personality each day. After working in fashion and moving from Melbourne 16 years ago, I was so excited to see that my new hometown had many incredible stores that support local and international brands.

I don’t know where the saying ‘bounced back’ first originated, but it’s a term we now claim as our own, wholeheartedly. The Daylesford Macedon region is alive with events, a growing list of fresh ideas and new things to discover.

Everyone loves a good autumn festival, right? So we’re going to let you in on a little secret. You can get your weekly autumn colour fix regularly this year, and you don’t have to drive far to do it; the Macedon Ranges is so close to Melbourne and other regional hubs, you can knock off work and be here in a flash.

A century and a half ago, thousands of fortune finders from around the world made their way to Central Victoria’s goldfields in the hope of unearthing enough precious metal to change their lives. Today, people travel from much closer to home in search of a different treasure.

For decades, Daylesford has seen three visionary women work tirelessly to build iconic businesses that have helped make this region such a desirable place to visit.