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.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. It's a lovely reminder to spend quality time with your significant other. And although is always a special treat to be recognised, no matter the day Valentine’s Day is a chance to say thank you, and treat your loved one.

Summer is the best time of the year to bask in the warmth, get out and about, and uncover something new. And we have ‘new’ in abundance. Here are some spots to motivate you to take a journey of discovery.