Warnings remain in place for a fire in Bullengarook. Please continue to monitor VicEmergency website or app for emergency updates, or tune into your local ABC radio.
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Council wishes you a safe and happy holiday season. There will be some facility closures and changes to bin collections during this time.
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The Fire Danger Period for Macedon Ranges Shire is now in force. During this time, no fire may be lit in the open air without a permit.
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The Macedon Ranges region is host to spectacular and environmentally significant nature and bushland reserves, great for recreational activities like walking, picnics and bird watching.
Where else in Australia will you find the Black Hole of Calcutta, The Eagle, The Chapel and Lover's Leap ... let the secrets of Hanging Rock, based in the Macedon Ranges, unfold before your eyes.
The perfect location for bush walking, picnics and cycling and home to abundant native Australian flora and fauna.
Experience the superb natural environments of Wombat and Cobaw State Forests and Black Forest Woodend, used for picnics, bushwalking, cycling and four wheel driving.
Traffic management and other measures in place throughout the autumn months to support residents and safely guide visitors eager to witness the Macedon Ranges’ stunning autumn leaves.