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Macedon Ranges Health

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Macedon Ranges Health

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

29/04/2026

Cooking for One or Two

Simple, delicious meals made just for you

Cooking for yourself or a small household can sometimes feel like more effort than it’s worth - but it doesn’t have to be.

Join our friendly, hands-on FREE cooking class designed specifically for people cooking for one or two. Facilitated by a Macedon Ranges Health Dietitian, this relaxed and supportive session will help you build confidence in the kitchen while creating meals that are nutritious, affordable and full of flavour.

📅 When: Wednesday 3 June | 9:30am – 11:30am
📍 Where: Macedon Ranges Health, 5 Neal St, Gisborne

Whether you’re new to cooking, cooking just for yourself, or looking for fresh inspiration - this class is for you.

What you’ll gain:
✔️ Easy, practical recipes for one or two serves
✔️ Tips to reduce food waste and make ingredients go further
✔️ Ideas for budget-friendly, balanced meals
✔️ Confidence to cook simple meals at home
✔️ A welcoming, non-judgemental space to learn and connect

Come along, learn something new, and enjoy good food in great company.

Bookings essential
📞 03 5428 0300
📧 kristen.holding@benetas.com.au

23/04/2026

Teens, parents and carers—let’s talk about va**ng.

20/04/2026

👩‍🍳✨ What a fantastic couple of days at our Kids Cooking Competition - Mystery Box Challenge! ✨👨‍🍳

We had an incredible group of young foodies join us across two sessions, bringing creativity, teamwork and plenty of enthusiasm into the kitchen.

From rice paper rolls and yoghurt parfaits to rainbow pasta cups and back-to-school snack balls, the dishes were colourful, delicious and full of imagination!

Our judges were blown away by:
🌟 Creative ideas
🎨 Nutritious, colourful choices
👁️ Eye-catching presentation
🤝 Amazing teamwork

Most importantly - the kids had an absolute ball and worked so well together to bring their mystery box creations to life.

Well done to all of our participants - and a big congratulations to our Master Chef winners!

We can’t wait to run this again next school holidays… keep an eye out 👀

16/04/2026

Stronger Together: Community Safety & Support Expo

Macedon Ranges Health is proud to present our upcoming Community Safety & Support Expo - a free, welcoming event designed to help our community better understand, recognise and respond to challenges that can impact safety, wellbeing and relationships.

📅 Wednesday 27 May
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct, New Gisborne

This welcoming, community-focused event brings together a range of local services all in one place, making it easier to learn, ask questions and access support in a safe and relaxed environment.

What to expect:
• Local services sharing information on wellbeing, relationships, financial stress, alcohol and drug use, and community safety
• Practical tips on recognising when something might not feel right - and what you can do
• Guidance on how to support friends, family members or others in your community
• A private, quiet space available for confidential conversations if needed
• Coffee van with complimentary drinks

The event is about building awareness, strengthening connections, and helping our community feel more confident knowing what support is available.

Together, we can build safer, stronger and more connected communities.

We’d love to see you there!

14/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome Coffee STAT to the Macedon Ranges Health building! ☕

Open Monday to Friday, 8am – 3pm, the team will be serving up great coffee and a range of delicious homemade treats.

Pop in and say hello to Mat, Germaine, Yuki & Connor, check out the beautiful new café space, and treat yourself while you’re here - we think you’re going to love it as much as we do!

09/04/2026

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.

07/04/2026

April is Falls Prevention Month

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury for older people - but the good news is, they’re often preventable.

This year’s message is simple: Move your body, challenge your balance, and stay connected.

Why it matters:
Regular movement and targeted exercises can:
• Improve strength and balance
• Boost confidence in everyday activities
• Reduce the risk of falls
• Support independence and overall wellbeing

At Macedon Ranges Health, we offer a range of programs to support you, including:
• Strength-based exercise classes
• Balance and mobility programs
• Support from our physiotherapist, occupational therapist and exercise physiologist

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to build on your current routine, we’re here to help.

It’s never too late to take steps towards better balance - every bit of movement counts.

Contact us on 5428 0300 to find out how we can support you or a loved one this Falls Prevention Month.

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

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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