Have horses and are concerned with "hot" grass? Horse Focused Farm Walk - Spring grazing of paddocks field day is held in Newham, Friday, 7 November 2025 from 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM. Join us in exploring safe and sustainable grazing options. Register now: bit.ly/3KRXI6o

Over 10,750kgs of soft plastic have been saved from landfill and recycled in the Macedon Ranges in the last 12 months - saving hundreds of red bins from landfill! Recycle your soft plastics, so they can be reused and kept out of the environment! Visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/soft-plastics

This month's Council Meeting is on Wednesday night at 7pm. Download the agenda and watch the livestream at mrsc.vic.gov.au/agendas

Join Grace Tame, Mat Stevenson, Sonia Orchard and Madison Griffiths in conversation with Kemi Nekvapil this National Survivors Day (12 November) as part of the 16 Days of Activism campaign to end gender-based violence. Get tickets: mrsc.vic.gov.au/TimeToTalk

Damaging winds are forecast for tomorrow across the #MacedonRanges and other districts. Please refer to the post below for more information. You can also stay informed by following VicEmergency and keeping an eye on the Bureau of Meteorology website: bom.vic.gov.au/vic/warnings

Are you running a local business or leading a hybrid team? Join us for a conversation on Friday 31 Oct with Small Business Commissioner, Lynda McAlary-Smith followed by a workshop. Find out how to register at bit.ly/4n35l7b

Is your child starting kindergarten in 2026? Starting kinder is a huge milestone but before your little one begins, check that their vaccinations are current. View your child’s immunisation history via the MyGov or Medicare app. Book an appointment now: mrsc.vic.gov.au/immunisation

🌟 Children’s Week | 16-18 October 2025 This year’s theme - “Everyone should know about Children’s Rights” reminds us how important it is to listen to, support, and empower every child, and to uphold the rights of children across Victoria! For more info: vic.gov.au/childrens-week

🐴 Worm Egg Counts with WormCheck - Lauriston & Romsey Learn about parasite control with expert Jacqui Pannozzo. Join us on 11 & 12 November for informative sessions focused on keeping your horses, cattle and sheep 🐑 happy and healthy. Register now: bit.ly/4ot4Lkj

🍃 FREE Green Waste Disposal Week 🍃 Drop-off from Mon 27 Oct to Sun 2 Nov 2025 at Kyneton, Romsey & Woodend Resource Recovery Facilities. T&Cs apply. Now is a great time to get fire season ready. Learn more: mrsc.vic.gov.au/green-waste Bushfire prep tips: mrsc.vic.gov.au/fire-ready

Wombat crossings will soon be constructed on New St & Beauchamp St Kyneton. New St is funded by Vic Gov’s Safe System Pedestrian Infrastructure Program. Beauchamp St is funded by the Australian Government's 2024/25 Black Spot Program. More info at: bit.ly/47dyjvg

🏇 Melbourne/Kyneton Cup Public Holidays Our Gisborne, Romsey and Woodend offices will be closed on Tues 4 Nov 2025. Our Kyneton office will be closed on Wed 5 Nov 2025. To report an urgent issue during this time, call (03) 5422 0333. More info: mrsc.vic.gov.au/public-holiday

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign to end gender-based violence. Council is committed to building a community that is safe, inclusive, and respectful, where everyone can live free from violence and fear. Visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/See-Do/Events-…

Are you recycling your old and damaged textiles that are unsuitable to be donated to an op shop? Our 3 resource recovery facilities have textile recycling bins where residents can recycle these items for free. Learn more visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/rrf

🗣️ There is still time to have your say on these important projects. Your input helps guide future planning and ensures decisions reflect community priorities. These consultations close next week. To learn more and have your say, visit yoursay.mrsc.vic.gov.au

📖 To celebrate PlanetArk National Recycling Week 2025 we are teaming up with Goldfields Libraries in the Macedon Ranges with Recycling themed Storytimes! We invite you to join us for recycling stories, songs and fun! For dates and locations visit: mrsc.vic.gov.au/events

Next week is Planet Ark National Recycling Week! We will be sharing tips and helping clear up some of the most common recycling mistakes! Before recycling we can make an impact by practising a few of the ‘R’s. Learn more: nationalrecyclingweek.com.au

In our last Budget, we funded a range of community-driven initiatives. Now, planning is underway for 2026-27, and we want to hear your ideas. Do you have a great idea that could make a difference in the Macedon Ranges? Let us know at: yoursay.mrsc.vic.gov.au/ideas-action-2…

The Fire Danger Period for #MacedonRanges Shire will start at 1am on Monday 17 November 2025. You can find out what you can and can't do during the declared Fire Danger Period at mrsc.vic.gov.au/fire-danger

Remembrance Day - 11 November On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minutes’ silence is observed and dedicated to those soldiers who died fighting to protect the nation. Read about Australia's military and experiences of our veterans: anzacportal.dva.gov.au