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The Back Stage is located in the heart of Castlemaine. The historic streets of Castlemaine are at your door - cafes, restaurants, galleries, antiques are all a few ... read more

Woodend is the quintessential modern rural village. Set under wide verandas along the boulevard of the Old Calder Highway, Woodend has cosmopolitan cafés, bookstores ... read more

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Nestled in the foothills of the Macedon Ranges in Victoria, Glen Erin is the ultimate four and a half star luxury property with country hospitality. As well, it produces exceptional cold climate wines »

Inspired by a new addition to the family, our intrepid reporter braves an icy cold morning to discover the art of pruning a good vine »

Learn about wine making and wine production in the Macedon Ranges wine region.

Just northwest of Melbourne, the Macedon Ranges takes its name from a rocky volcanic outcrop on Australia's Great Dividing Range. Warmer sites in the north produce a range of premium quality table wines while those in the south are known for earlier ripening Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and superb bottle-fermented sparkling wines »

Imagine a weekend of wine and food in the incredible countryside of the Macedon ranges. Celebrate the Budburst Festival, relax with overnight accommodation and enjoy a professionally guided winery tour. Find out how you can win this A$700 wine-lover's weekend »