Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve. Photo by Chloe Smith Photography

What to do for under $50

So, this inflation thing… is a thing. The increasing cost of living (and enjoying your life) means that many of us are…

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Paddy’s Ranges State Park

Paddy's Ranges State Park, located north of Talbot, is a haven for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and outdoor…

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Live The Quiet Life

It already feels as though 2025 is rushing by. With work back in full swing and school going back, the calendar is…

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Top Swimming Spots

The Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region is home to an abundance of natural swimming spots, providing the perfect place…

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Dining Outdoors: Our Top 15

With the arrival of the warmer weather and longer days, we can’t think of a better way to enjoy the bountiful produce…

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Calembeen Park

Calembeen Park boasts to two beautiful lakes surrounded by birdlife and stunning waterlily displays.

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Romsey Ecotherapy Park

Popular with kids of all ages, this sensory playground made from natural materials features an active nature space with…

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Victorian Goldfields Railway

The authentic heritage railway linking the historic gold mining towns of Castlemaine and Maldon in Central Victoria

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The Daylesford Hot Chocolate Company

Dedicated blending specialists of hot chocolate using ethically sourced chocolate, cacao and spices from around the…

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Follow The Pie Trail

Enjoying a meat pie while watching a game of footy is a true Aussie tradition. In celebration of the AFL finals, we’ve…

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Woodend Children’s Park

Dating back to 1858 the Kyneton Botanic Gardens has large magnificent specimen trees with 17 listed by the National…

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eCasa Daylesford. Photo by Marnie Hawson

A Weekend For Our Fellow Francophiles

International travel and those long-missed Euro-trips may be back on the cards. But why fork out all your money on an…

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Intimate Wedding Venues

Planning a wedding doesn't have to be a grand affair with a long guest list and extravagant expenses. In fact, there's…

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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 (Ngannelong) Reserve. We chat to him…

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Local Treasures

Make your memories last a lifetime with tangible bespoke pieces inspired by our region’s most unique and creative…

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A Sparkling Good Life

With panoramic views of the Macedon Ranges landscape, including the imposing and iconic Hanging Rock, it’s easy to…

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