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Macedon Ranges Health is a community based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the provision of health, community, welfare and aged care services.

02/04/2026

Macedon Ranges Health will be closed from Friday 3 April – Monday 6 April.

The team at Macedon Ranges Health wishes you and your families a happy and safe Easter!

31/03/2026

Last week, our team at Macedon Ranges Health came together to celebrate Cultural Diversity Week with a shared lunch – a delicious way to connect!

Staff brought along dishes that reflected their own cultures or cultures they feel connected to, creating a table full of flavour, stories and tradition. From treasured family recipes to new favourites, it was a chance to learn more about one another and celebrate the diversity that makes our workplace so special.

This year’s theme, “Culture Connects Us All,” truly came to life with food sparking conversation, connection and a real sense of community.

A big thank you to everyone who contributed, shared, and made the day so meaningful 💛

26/03/2026

Supporting Young Men in Our Community

Parents. Teachers. Coaches. Youth leaders.

If you work with or care about young men -this conversation is for you.

Join us for The Man Cave: Community Keynote, an engaging and thought-provoking session exploring what’s really going on for young men today and how we can better support them.

What we’ll explore:
• Mental health, identity, connection and confidence
• The impact of gender stereotypes and “tough guy” norms
• What young men are really experiencing today
• Practical ways to support and engage with teens
• How we can build healthy masculinity together

Why this matters:
• Su***de is the leading cause of death for young men under 25
• Many boys feel pressure to hide vulnerability and “tough it out”
• Emotional isolation can increase risk of disengagement and harmful behaviours
• Strong, connected communities lead to better outcomes for young people

📅 Monday 27 April
🕖 7:00 – 8:00 pm
📍 Macedon Ranges Health, 5 Neal Street, Gisborne
🎟 RSVP by Monday 20 April
📧 melissa.bankowski@benetas.com.au
📞 03 5428 0300
🌐 https://www.mrh.org.au/events
🍽 Refreshments provided

Let’s come together to better understand and support the young men in our community.

24/03/2026

Kids Cooking Competition - Mystery Box Challenge!

Calling all young foodies aged 9 to 13 years!

Get ready to think like a chef in our free Mystery Box Challenge, a fun and hands-on school holiday cooking competition at Macedon Ranges Health. Kids will work in small teams to open a surprise mystery box filled with fresh, healthy ingredients and create their very own snack masterpiece — just like on MasterChef! There’s no right or wrong, just creativity, teamwork and plenty of fun.

Our friendly judges will be looking for:
🌟Creative ideas
🎨Colourful, nutritious choices
👁️Eye-catching presentation
🤝Great teamwork

📅Dates & Times:
Tuesday 14 April
Wednesday 15 April
10.30am – 12.30pm

📍Location:
Macedon Ranges Health
5 Neal Street, Gisborne

Bookings essential:
Phone: 03 5428 0300
Email: kristen.holding@benetas.com.au

18/03/2026

Happy Harmony Week 2026!

This week we celebrate Harmony Week - a time to recognise and embrace the cultural diversity that makes our community so vibrant, welcoming and strong.

At Macedon Ranges Health, we believe every person’s culture, background and story enriches our region. Harmony isn’t just about co-existing - it’s about valuing and respecting differences, building connections, and creating an inclusive place where everyone belongs.

Let’s take time this week to:
✨ Learn from one another
✨ Celebrate diverse traditions and perspectives
✨ Stand up against discrimination

Together, we make our community a place where everyone can feel at home.

Learn more: https://www.harmony.gov.au/

17/03/2026

FREE ONLINE WEBINAR

Young People & Va**ng: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Tuesday 24 March | 6:00pm – 7:00pm | Online

Parents and carers are one of the biggest protective factors when it comes to preventing young people from va**ng.

Join Community Health Nurse Bron Grieve for a practical and informative session designed to help parents, carers and community members feel more confident navigating conversations about va**ng.

Participants will learn:
✔︎ What va**ng is and how vapes work
✔︎ Why young people are drawn to va**ng
✔︎ The health, brain development and addiction risks
✔︎ Practical strategies for responding and starting conversations
✔︎ Ways to strengthen connection, trust and resilience with young people

This session focuses on practical tools and realistic strategies to support parents raising young people in today’s world.

About the presenter:
Bron Grieve is the Community Health Nurse at Dhelkaya Health in Mount Alexander Shire and has more than 20 years’ experience working with young people, including as a school nurse in Alice Springs. She delivers youth health education across Victoria and works with councils, libraries and youth services on issues such as va**ng, alcohol and drugs, relationships and digital wellbeing.

Free event | Online | Bookings essential
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11/03/2026

Join us for a FREE informative session on Occupational Therapy.

Discover how Occupational Therapy may help you feel safer at home and move with more ease. Join us for an information session where you can learn tips for everyday aids, equipment, and live demonstrations. Bring your questions!

📅 Wednesday 18 March 2026
⏰ 10am - 11am
📍 Omnia Community Health (Kyneton Centre), 1 Caroline-Chisholm Drive, Kyneton 3444

Brought to you by Omnia Community Health, Macedon Ranges Health, and Macedon Ranges Shire Council

Register now: call (03) 5422 0333 or email VillageConnect@mrsc.vic.gov.au

10/03/2026

International Women’s Day 2026

Macedon Ranges Health proudly celebrates International Women’s Day and stands with our community in embracing a simple, powerful principle: give to gain.

This year’s theme is all about giving - whether it’s time, support, mentorship, resources, or chances to grow. When we give, it creates safer spaces, better health, stronger leaders, better incomes, and more opportunities for all women and girls.

At Macedon Ranges Health, we see every day how amazing women are as carers, professionals, volunteers, advocates, and changemakers. We also know how important it is to have safe, welcoming spaces where everyone can thrive. By sharing our time, know-how, and compassion, we’re helping build lasting change together.

This International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women and recommit to promoting respect, inclusion, and wellbeing for all.

Who is a woman in your life who inspires you? Share a message of appreciation in the comments.

06/03/2026

Macedon Ranges Health will be closed on Monday 9th March for the Labour Day public holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday 10th March

03/03/2026

Join the Movement This March – Support Melanoma Research

At Macedon Ranges Health, we’re encouraging our community to get involved in Melanoma March 2026 - a nationwide event raising vital funds for melanoma research and increasing awareness about the importance of early detection and sun safety.

Australia has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world. Events like this help fund life-saving research while bringing communities together to honour loved ones and protect future generations.

You can:
👟 Join an official march
🚶‍♀️ March your own way throughout March
💛 Fundraise or donate to support the cause

Every step makes a difference.
Find out more or register here: https://melanomamarch.org.au/

Let’s work together to promote sun safety, early skin checks and a healthier future for our community.

26/02/2026

Something exciting is brewing at Macedon Ranges Health…

We’re thrilled to share that a new café is opening soon at the centre.

A welcoming space to grab a coffee, connect with others and enjoy a relaxed moment while visiting our service or just passing by.

Watch this space for more details - we can’t wait to share more with you soon.

24/02/2026

Supporting strong, confident teens through physiotherapy led training.

For the past 12 months, Macedon Ranges Health has been running a physiotherapy developed and led strengthening program for teens aged 12–17.

The program supports young people to build strength, improve movement and reduce injury risk in a safe, supportive environment.

“This program is about setting young people up with the right foundations for lifelong movement and sport,” says Aleks, program physiotherapist. “We focus on age appropriate strength, key movement patterns and injury prevention, with a strong emphasis on correct technique. These foundational athletic movements are the building blocks that help prepare young people to safely transition into a commercial gym environment later on, when it’s appropriate, while building confidence and performance as they grow.”

“We consistently hear really positive feedback from participants. Teens tell us they feel stronger, more confident, and better prepared for sport and future training. Parents also appreciate that the program is supervised by physiotherapists in a safe, supportive environment where correct technique and long-term development really matter.”

A great example of how early, evidence-based support can help young people move well now - and into the future.

If you would like more information or submit an expression of interest for future program dates, contact MRH on 5428 0300

Address

5 Neal Street
Gisborne, VIC
3437

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61354280300

Website

http://www.mrh.org.au/

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