Getting to a certain age and retiring from full-time work doesn’t mean disconnecting from the world and living a mundane life. There are plenty of opportunities to meet new people and expand your interests, and U3A is a great vehicle for that. U3A stands for the University of the Third Age and is a not-for-profit […]

Deciding where to retire is a huge decision and the ideal place will vary depending on the individual. Stereotypically, retirees want somewhere they can relax, with great facilities, reliable public transport and plenty to keep them occupied. A place with a strong sense of community is important too as they now have more time to […]

Held right in the centre of Piper Street, Kyneton’s Farmers’ Market is the perfect morning excursion on the second Saturday of the month. It is one of the many Farmers’ Markets in the Macedon Ranges and is accredited by the Victorian Farmers Association. Park behind the market by the grand and historic St Paul’s Church […]

Kyneton Tennis Club sits aside from the Kyneton Toyota Sports and Aquatic Centre in the heart of town. The association keeps the local community spirit pumping, as well as its members fit, healthy and connected. The club strongly encourages new members to join and those who are coming back to tennis after a break. There […]

There is no doubt that Kyneton is the foodie capital of the Macedon Ranges. Dan Stock, who recently did a glowing write-up on the town’s Royal George Hotel for the Herald Sun also goes so far as to say that it is, “Victoria’s most delicious town”. Whether you are after fine dining, an informal lunch […]

Kyneton’s Town Hall offers a variety of arts and culture related events for the local community. It is also the current headquarters for the Macedon Ranges Shire. The historic, heritage listed building stands on 129 Mollison Street. It was originally the Kyneton Shire Hall and was erected after the area became the centre of one […]

What does the perfect park look like?” you may ask. Well, we think Kyneton Community Park is about as close as it gets. Nestled behind the lush Kyneton Botanical Gardens is the Kyneton Community Park. It is truly a hidden gem. Unlike many contemporary parks with garish plastic equipment, this park has been carefully plotted […]

Ever wished that you could revisit the “good old days” but add the creature comforts of today? This is what Kyneton feels like. It’s the place where quaint country meets contemporary culture, whimsical meets Wi-Fi and everybody feels right at home. Kyneton is a town that caters to all types of people, which is why […]

Want to explore our beautiful region and get your weekly fix of exercise at the same time? Perhaps the Macedon Ranges Cycling Club is for you! The Macedon Ranges provides the perfect setting for cycling. With its undulating terrain, lush forests, stunning mountain views, and a plethora of riding tracks and quiet roads, you could […]

We live in a time when you can have a thousand Facebook friends and still feel alone. In an age of fast-paced communication, stressful careers and individualism it is easy to feel disconnected. However, this can drastically impact your mental health and wellbeing. One of the biggest factors affecting our community experience and the notion […]