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HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE The boutique builder Dean Rus is a second generation builder and general manager of the small family building company, King Homes, which specialises in design and build projects in outer Melbourne and regional Victoria. “We are not looking to build large numbers of homes,” Dean says. “We’d rather build within our means and capacity allowing us to deliver the home as specified on time and avoiding the problems that are currently being experienced in the building industry. “We want our clients to be confident in us as their builder.” King Homes places a big emphasis on good design, competitive pricing, quality construction and customer service. Dean says the staff are very experienced and highly motivated and it’s these attributes that will bring benefits to King Homes’ clients when designing and building their new home. “Volume or larger builders have a role to play, but that’s not us!” Dean says. “When we take on a new home build, the whole process is about the client and bringing to life their ideas and delivering a home that meets the design brief, showcases their lifestyle and is a reflection of where they are at in life. “Our in-house designer Rodney Crick has years of experience and has been fortunate to have worked on many wonderful individual homes, especially in the Macedon Ranges area.” Rodney says that personally, he is particularly fond of acreage homes and the freedom that space allows. “When designing a new home there are many factors to consider, and I place a lot of thought on symmetry to ensure the external views and front façade are balanced. Internally it’s about functionality ... having rooms that are fit for purpose!” Dean says that King Homes is a one-stop service from concept to completion, including soil and survey, subdivision, engineering design and energy rating. “We have also branched out into the multi-residential space and can now provide a full array of town planning services, so if this is something you are considering, we can defiantly help with project feasibility, development design and project management.” Dean says that King Homes has a limited selection of thoughtful predesigned homes that can be offered as a starting point. Go to the company’s website (kinghomes.com.au) and take a closer look, or contact Rodney on 0428 482 145 and have a chat about what you’re looking for in a new home. King Homes’ Rodney Crick, seated, and Dean Rus will design and build around your lifestyle. KIDS RETREAT BEDROOM4 DESK DESK BEDROOM 3 w a, 0 a: w a, 0 a: GARAGE >- 0 :::, BEDROOM 2 - RETREAT KITCHEN b-----d FAMILY LIVING ENSUITE MASTER I BEDROOM [!WLR I -y [ LINEN I ii 11 I 11 STUDY I I MEDIA ROOM Specialists In *Custom Design & Build Projects *Acreage Homes *Multi Residential Developments *Town Planning & Subdivisions We Offer *Competitive Pricing & Quality Construction *One Consultant Contact From Start To Finish *Professional Colour Consultation *Independent Building Inspections KN277842/K Phone: Rodney Crick 0428 482 145 Email: sales@kinghomes.com.au Website: www.kinghomes.com.au Trentham Series "inspired living" we do it all, so you don't have too! ©copyright

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Styleyour homehere If, when shopping for home decor, mattresses and bedding, you could find a store that has a large, ever-changing range and be looked after by staff with in-depth product knowledge offering excellent after-sales service, you’d head there in a heart beat, wouldn’t you? Well, you can. Just go to Kyneton’s Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings. You’ll be surprised what you find there and wonder why you bothered going anywhere else before! Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings’ extensive home decor store and their fully stocked mattresses and bedding shop just across the road, cater to all tastes and budgets. You’ll find major international brands and Australian-made furniture, to one-off quirky statement pieces you won’t find anywhere else. They are an independent, family-owned business that’s been around for more than 55 years and have always gone that extra mile for their clients. They cater for every style of room in the house. For the bedroom, there’s beds, mattresses and all types of bed linen. For the office, there’s desks, chairs, shelves and more. The lounge room is looked after with a large range of sofas, occasional and recliner chairs, side tables, lamps, cocktail bars, rugs, TV consoles ... the list is extensive. Sideboards, dining tables, dining chairs and heaps more are all there for you to select from for your dining room and there’s occasional furniture for the kitchen, too. The outdoors is also taken care of with lounge suites, chairs, tables and accessories including firepits. And the added bonus? Macedon Ranges Home Furnishings offers free delivery within a 1.5 hour drive of Kyneton. (See advert page 57.) macedonrangesglass.com.au estimating@macedonrangesglass.com.au 6/5 Ladd Rd New Gisborne Ph 5428 2899 89E Piper St Kyneton Ph 5422 1724 GLASS REPLACEMENTS, SHOWER SCREENS, SPLASHBACKS, MIRRORS & PET DOORS KN277793

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE For all your DIYneeds Mt Alexander Timber and Hardware is where you’ll find all you need for your DIY projects, renovations, construction and garden seven days a week. The store is located in Campbells Creek, and locally owned, with leading brands and professional service from a dedicated team of local staff. The store currently stocks various brands of tools, timber, garden, paint and plumbing supplies and offers delivery with a fleet of vehicles, including a crane truck. Mt Alexander Timber and Hardware is a member of the Hardware and Building Traders group, which allows products to be sourced at a great quality and price while still allowing it to operate as an independent business. Recent expansions have seen the store grow in size to cater for additional product ranges and quantities, including a re-branding to H Hardware. Two car parks provide ample parking on-site and a handy drive-through in the timber yard for your convenience. Disabled parking is also available in the front car park. Time to tame those trees Australian Tree Care Land Management are specialists in arboriculture and land management. They have been in the industry for more than 35 years and offer full tree removal and land clearance services, both on a domestic and commercial scale, with machinery and knowledge to achieve all works in a timely and safe manner. Services range from full tree and stump removal, mulching, chipping, stump grinding, pruning, arboriculture reports and earthworks. Pruning and hazard reduction Trees in our urban environment can outgrow their surroundings and become hazardous if not maintained. ATC provides pruning and hazard reduction works, all completed by qualified arborists. Arboriculture reports With the growing demand and development in central Victoria, the need for arboriculture assessments and reports to support applications for developments, tree removals and council projects is growing rapidly. Australian Tree Care offer a full consulting service from the start to the finish of your project. All of their reports are written by a Cert 5 qualified arborist. Call them on 0411 246 086. Mt Alexander Timber and Hardware general manager Brad Maltby. 125 Main Rd, Campbells Creek VIC 3451 Phone: 03 5472 1270 Email: sales@mathardware.com.au www.mathardware.com.au Whether you’re onaDIY project, renovating, building or even working in the garden, we’ve got all the gear you need, and we’re here 7 days week. We’re open weekdays from to 5.30pm, Saturdays from 8.30am to 4pm, and Sundays from 9 to 4. Public Holidays we are open 9am to 2pm. We can also deliver. DELIVERY PLUMBING SUPPLIES PAINTING SUPPLIES GARDEN CENTRE TIMBER HARDWARE KN277895 KN 7.00am • Arboricultural, Bushfire and Ecological Reports • Bushfire preparations • Tree removals + Pruning • Land clearing • Tree removals + Pruning • Forestry Mowing • Weed eradication Phone 0411 246 086 KN277815/K

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Carpenter helps build hisownMetriconhome Repeat Metricon customers now secondtime homeowners, Jack Scanlon and his partner Natasha Murphy, recently received the keys to their brand-new home in Gisborne. Through relentless hard work, Jack and Natasha saved up to buy a block of land in 2023. Growing up in Gisborne, Jack and Natasha always knew they wanted to build their own home in the area. After building their very first home with Metricon, a Sullivan 17A in Lancefield, this second build was the next stepping stone in their home-owning journey together. When Jack was only 20 years old, he was able to save enough for the deposit for their first home. In just three years, they were able to upsize and upgrade to their next dream home after making a great return from selling their first home and putting that equity back into the second purchase. Speaking about the journey to building his second Metricon home in just three years, this time an Avanti 27 home from the Freedom range, Jack says they made a really good return after building and selling their first home with Metricon. “There was never any doubt we wanted to build with them a second time, this time a larger home with more space, bedrooms, and a bigger outdoor area, to suit this next stage in our lives,” he says. “The process of building your first home can be daunting; however, with fantastic help and guidance from our first new home advisor, we knew that for the second time around, we would once again be in safe hands. “The team was always there for us, with the ability to pick up the phone any time to discuss anything from bricks to benchtop finishes. “Working for myself as a tradie in the area, I was also heavily invested and fortunate enough to work on the build with the team. “I know Metricon works with local trades, so this was an opportunity I was not going to pass up. I was so impressed with the process and the site team that I am already thinking about building number three and going even bigger! “I started working on the frame in May, and we first got the keys in early October, so the pace of the build was outstanding. Being across all the details of the construction of your own home was a bonus, and once we managed to get the fencing, gates and garden beds laid out, our dream home took shape and has become a reality.” Metricon’s regional north manager, Tania Tonks, says that building again with Jack and Natasha was a real privilege. “We knew them well and helped guide them through the process. They are a highly motivated and inspiring young couple who are the perfect example of what hard work can achieve,” Tania says. “We are genuinely so passionate about building our customers’ homes, and Jack and Natasha have been fantastic to work with helping them achieve their homebuilding dreams — for a second time around and hopefully a third in the nottoo-distant future.” For more information about Metricon, visit www.metricon.com.au or call 1300 638 742. KN277875 WE HAVE BEEN DELIVERING GAS INTO YOUR HOME AND BUSINESS SINCE 1976 C48 USTO VICE TOMER SERVI HENDERSONS The Gas People 7 Lauriston Reservoir Road, Kyneton Ph 5422 7408 www.hendersonsthegaspeople.com.au For your home or business 210kg (420 Litre) bulk cylinder $250 per annum rental or buy your own bulk cylinder and NEVER pay rental again. Bulk Gas - NO RENTAL on Mig, Argon, Oxygen, Acetylene and Carbon Dioxide Cylinders Trade N Go Industrial Cylinders BBQ/Cam BBQ/Camping Cylinders Filled or exchanged 9 kg cylinder filled – $32.00 (in date only) New9kg cylinders full of gas $65.00 Delivered to your home or business - Prompt delivery - No call centres, locally owned and operated. 45kg Cylinders Delivery or pick up Forklift Gas Cylinders GAS ORDERS BY EMAIL: sales@hendersonsthegaspeople.com.au or website. Call for friendly, local and prompt customer deliveries and service.

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Liketheir style Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets are trusted Kyneton-based cabinet makers who design, manufacture and install custom cabinetry right across the Macedon Ranges stretching into metropolitan areas. For the DIY, tradies and builders, Instyle can manufacture all your custom cabinets into flat pack form, which will give you great savings on your building and home renovation projects. All Instyle flat packs are trade quality and come with drawings, hardware and fixings ready for you to assemble and install. The people behind Instyle, Darren and Jodie, have more than 40 years of experience in the residential and commercial markets. They love helping home owners realise their dream of enjoying the appeal, quality and practicality of stunning cabinetry. Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets’ quality workmanship is ideal for any room of your home or business, including * Kitchens * Laundries * Wardrobes * Bathrooms * Garages As a local business, Instyle loves having close relationships with customers and suppliers. hey manufacture and machine all their high-quality joinery onsite in their factory right in Kyneton with a pickup or delivery service to customers across the region. Make a good investment Thinking flooring? You need CV! With more than 20 years industry experience, Chris, Graeme and the team will guide you through the process of making your project look its best. Independent and locally owned, CV Floors values customer service as their number one priority. They pride themselves on their product knowledge and industry expertise – they see flooring as a long-term investment and want all customers to make informed decisions, culminating in happy outcomes once their flooring installation has been completed. CV Floors’ product offerings include a large range of carpet (including axminster and natural sisal), carpet tiles, vinyl sheet (including commercial), vinyl planks and tiles, linoleum, cork, rubber, hybrid and timber floating floors. They also have an array of rugs, mats and runners, and have an overlocking service for carpet edging – custom made mats are a specialty. CV Floors offers a free measure and quote service within an hour from the store, and has a spacious, modern showroom filled with samples that you are able to borrow to view in your own space. This makes the decision making so much easier and takes the stress out of the whole process, which is what the team tries to achieve for each and every client. CV Floors is based at 23 Elizabeth Street, Castlemaine and is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 9am-noon. KN277794 For all of your flooring needs - YOU NEED CV! 23 Elizabeth Street Castlemaine | P: 5472 1350 | cvfloors.com.au We supply & install • Carpet • Vinyl • Floating Floors We also stock a huge range of rugs & accessories FREE NO-OBLIGATION MEASURE & QUOTE SERVICE AVAILABLE LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED Servicing all of Central Victoria Residential Building Design; à New Houses, à Renovations/ Extensions, à Multi-Dwelling Developments Commercial & Public Building Design Town Planning Approvals Building Approvals Energy Ratings BAL Report (Bushfire Attack Level) Designs Caddick www.caddickdesigns.com.au 03 5428 1853 Registered Building Practitioner Local experts, tailored Building Design & solution focused Town Planning, for over 35 years. KN277804 KN277874/K Tradies, Builders and DIY, we can manufacture your custom cabinets into Flat Pack form ready for you to assemble and install, giving you great savings. We have the latest in Design Software and Manufacturing technology to give you Trade Quality Flat Pack Cabinets. Being local we can work one on one with you to make it stress free, giving you great value for money ?? Instyle Kitchens and Cabinets Phone Darren 0411 505 045 email: darrenw@instyle-group.com.au www.instylekitchensandcabinets.com.au We believe, Do it once, Do it right

MIDLAND EXPRESS Tuesday, April 30, 2024-55 WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL! KN277748 Rewells Mower Service 315 Barker St. Castlemaine | Ph: 5472 1174 Exciting new products at Rewells! We are now your local ag specialists in Castlemaine & Surrounds. Come and talk to the team for all your ag needs! Now selling Kioti Compact Tractors, UTV's and Implements. As well as a range of KRAMP linkages, pins and accessories. We are also an authorised oil and lubricant retailer for SHELL®

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Leave it to theexperts Got a job around home you wish you could do yourself? Haven’t got the know-how, time or patience to do what’s needed? No matter how big or how small a maintenance job might be, there is someone out there who’ll do it for you. M.J. & T.J. Maintenance Services calls itself the one stop handyman shop and will give you a free quote for any job – large or small. They are locals and they care about doing their best. They’ll take on landscaping and home maintenance. They’ll paint interiors and exteriors. Construct decks, fences and carry out those renovations. They also do property maintenance and gardening. In fact, their Facebook page reads that there is no maintenance job they won’t do. Give Michael a call on 0457 818 1887. Ag works begin at Rewells On the back of launching American-made Bad Boy Mowers late last year, Rewells is going one step further. Yes, ag is back in town with global tractor powerhouse, Kioti. To kick things off, Rewells is stocking tractors in Kioti’s lifestyle and acreage segment, namely the 25 hp CS2610 and the 30 hp CK3010. Both models feature 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, liquidcooled diesel engines, ROPS and 540 rpm rear PTO. Ideal for grading, loader work or moving materials, they also come with topnotch attachments, such as the popular 4-in-1 loader. Plus, customers can view the full range of Kioti implements, such as slashers, rotary hoes, flail mowers and post-hole diggers. Then there’s the Kioti K9 2400 UTV, which is a genuine step up from other UTVs. For starters, its hydraulic lift tray and cargo capacity of 500 kg make it one rugged workhorse. Power steering makes manoeuvring a breeze and the 24 hp, three-cylinder diesel engine can reach a ground speed of 50km/h. The K9 comes in a threeseater or five-seater configuration. Meanwhile, Rewells is adding to its zero turn Bad Boy Mower range. With eye-catching designs and incredibly durable, each Bad Boy boasts heavy-gauge, all-steel, all-welded frames, patented front suspension and a ride that’s hard to match. Homeowner and commercial models are in stock, such as the best-selling ZT Elite, with a 48” cutting width, and the pro Maverick HD, with 54” cutting width. “These are exceptional products and our customers will love getting behind the wheel,” says co-owner Jane Batchelor. She and husband Rowan lead the team at Rewells, dedicated to providing the same expert advice and adding to an already diverse product lineup. “People can shop locally,” says Jane, “so pop in say hi – we’re always happy to help.” Even better, Rewells has access to commercial finance, with a 1.95 per cent finance rate available on new Kioti tractors and UTVs. To round things off, Rewells is now stocking Shell engine oils and lubricants and KRAMP accessories, such as light bars, linkages and pins and accessories. Jane and Rowan Batchelor at Rewells Mower Service have a new range of ag products on offer in their Castlemaine store. RENDERING PAINTING MUDBRICK RESTORATION WE DO IT ALL! CALL US TODAY TO DISCUSS. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE Servicing Central Victoria M: 0417 479 491 E: info@rendersolutions.com.au www.rendersolutions.com.au KN277397 KN 277819/K M.J.&T.J. Maintenance Services • Landscaping • Home Maintenance • Painting Interiors and Exteriors • Decks • Fences • Renovations • Property Maintenance • Gardening and much much more We are the one stop handyman shop Give usacall, we can do it all We are locals and we care Free Quotes No job too big or small Contact Michael on 0457 818 188

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HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE TSB Plumbing and Drainage is a small family plumbing business with Tom, the working director, living a passion for plumbing and customer care. He’s here to listen to your plans and ideas and guide you through the process if you are renovating, building or extending, ensuring you get what you want and all plumbing work complies with all relevant regulations. Sustainable living is a huge interest for Tom, too. Plumbing will play a large part in that sector in years to come, Tom says. If it’s simply harvesting your roof catchment into water tanks and reusing your water for flushing your loo or irrigation, or installing an electric heat pump system to lower your carbon footprint, there’s plenty in store for those who want to be a little ‘greener’. No job is too small or out of the question. Leaky taps or running cisterns can add up to a very expensive water bill. It is best to resolve these problems as soon as possible. TSB also replace hot water services and can convert your gas to an electric heat pump system. There’salong list of what TSB Plumbing and Drainage can do for their clients ... CCTV camera inspections, sewer replacements, backflow and maintenance inspections and reports and more. Give them a call on 0423 505 790. Need an expert plumber? Tailors in design Caddick Designs are your local experts in tailored building design and solution focused town planning. The practice is based in the Macedon Ranges, with broad reaching services across Victoria and diverse portfolio of projects. Caddick Designs has expertise in residential design, renovations/ extensions, new house and multi-dwelling developments, commercial and public building design, town planning submissions and advice, and building applications and advice. The team is also highly skilled in energy ratings and thermal performance advice, project management for residential, commercial and public buildings, review, assessment and advice on repair / renovations to existing buildings, and bushfire attack level reports. Established in 1987 by Geoff Caddick, the practice is now owned and operated by daughter Yvonne Caddick. Caddick Designs has a proven track record undertaking building design with diverse variables, such as heritage, environmental and other planning overlays, sloping and difficult sites, bushfire zones, construction with various material types, and challenging renovation and extension design. The team is passionate about problem solving, improving liveability through design, sustainable design practices and sharing knowledge of the building industry. (See advert page 54) An expert in home renovations, self-contained units & bathroom renovations. Custom & Bespoke Builds. A contributing member of PIPA – PVC pipe recycling program. Highest quality of workmanship and communication between client, builder, and architect. Visit our Instagram to check in on our latest projects. Fully licensed and Insured. Needaexpertplumber? www.tsbplumbing.com.au *No call out fees CALL THOMASTODAY: 0423505 790 KN277817/K KN277801/K MULCH SAND SOIL AGGREGATE COMPOST CRUSHED ROCK PEBBLES GARDEN EDGING FIREPITS OUTDOOR SEATING LAWN PRODUCTS BAGGED PRODUCTS CEMENT WINE BARRELS FERTILISER SLEEPERS FIREWOOD PAVERS PHONE (03)5422 3188 9 JOHNSON COURT KYNETON VIC 3444 OPEN 7 DAYS INFO@KYNETONGARDENSUPPLIES.COM.AU

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE When topqualitymatters The Evolve Group specialises in the custom manufacturing of architectural joinery and stone specifically dedicated to designs by architects and interior designers. They welcome all clients looking for full home fit outs, kitchens or single powder room vanities. With more than 27 years of experience in the industry, the team at Evolve is at the forefront of these specialised and artisan trades. They have certainly put in the work to become the highest quality combined joinery and stone service within Victoria. Having the resources and qualified trades available enables Evolve to tailor a client’s concept and needs efficiently in-house. General manager Beau Redpath takes pride in knowing his team will go above and beyond clients’ expectations to provide exceptional customer service and deliver a quality product. Working alongside many reputable suppliers and showcasing a vast range of design options within the showroom, Evolve clients are provided with an informative and enjoyable experience with each project. Evolve’s interior design and manufacturing includes * Architectural joinery * Bespoke joinery * Design and plan drawing service * Concept to completion Residential work by Evolve includes *Kitchen * Bathroom * Laundry * Study * Media * Furniture and more Commercial work includes * Bars and restaurant fit outs * Shop fit outs * Office fit outs * Commercial displays * Office furniture Architectural custom stone work for mid to high-end projects is a speciality of the Evolve team who’ll create commercial stone features for * Bars * Floor and wall cladding * Reception * Desks * Bathrooms Residential stone work by Evolve can create features for * Benchtops * Splashbacks * Feature stone pieces * Wall and floor cladding * Vanities * Fireplace hearths and more. No job is too big or too small for Evolve to take on for a client. The team is open to all enquiries and the showroom is open to visitors, just phone in advance before you drop in to make sure that a staff member is on hand when you plan to call. Consultations with Evolve are free. KN277726/K EVOLVE GROUP Impeccable Workmanship with Exquisite Attention to Detail. Evolve is working hard to become the highest quality combined joinery and stone service within Victoria 1664 Kyneton-Metcalfe Road, Kyneton VIC 3444 | P: 03 5422 2571 www.evolveinteriors.net.au Evolve Group

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Clean up that property Vegetation and invasive weed management, earthmoving, and property clean-ups across central Victoria are the speciality of Mountain View contracting. With a strong focus on eco-friendly solutions, the MV team is dedicated to delivering topnotch services. Eco Blade Gorse and blackberry can be managed highly successfully with MV’s cutting-edge Eco Blade machine. It drastically reduces the need for harmful chemicals while ensuring a high kill rate. When hand spraying is needed, the MV team can provide expert ground spraying services for all areas, including hard-to-reach gorse, blackberry and other invasive weeds. Earthmoving Driveway construction, dig-outs, delivery of quarried products, dirt and rock removal and property clean-ups can also be carried out for clients as can fire breaks and more. Slashing & mulching Slashing and mulching services for both small and large acreages and can help keep your property fire-safe. Call Paul on 0418 105 658 to discuss your property maintenance needs. Building for better futures Locally owned and operated Leemon Design has been creating custom residential new builds and extensions in the Macedon Ranges, Hepburn Shire and the Geelong region for the past three years. With nearly 20 years combined experience, the Leemon Design team is true to the company’s philosophy of designing progressive buildings that are better for their inhabitants and their surrounds. They have a passion for architecture and designing more efficient and comfortable homes for a better future. The Leemon Design team is headed by director Callum Leemon who is a qualified building designer and registered building practitioner. Callum is accompanied by his wife Kate Leemon who was born and raised in Kyneton and is a qualified and accredited thermal performance assessor. Kate’s accreditation allows Leemon Design to offer energy ratings in house without relying on external consultants. The third member of the boutique team is building designer Branden Pearce. Branden joined Leemon design as a student building designer and was awarded the Best Student Award consecutively in his final years of study and has since been awarded Best Digital Presentation by a Student in the 2023 Design Matters industry awards. Callum believes that communication is the key to Leemon Design’s success so clients can see their dream home evolve into reality. Being locally owned and operated, the Leemon Design team understands the climate and natural environment of the Macedon Ranges and regional Victoria and are aware of the challenges the built and natural environment can present to homeowners. Living and working in the local area since 2006, Callum has gained valuable experience, knowledge, reputation and relationships with local builders, tradies and consultants in order to confidently assist you with your next project. Leemon Design offers custom residential building design services including * Sketch plans * Town planning drawings * Town planning applications * Construction documentation * Bushfire attack level reports * Thermal performance assessments (energy rating) Leemon Design also works with consultants to arrange and prepare * Land surveying * Bushfire management statements * Land capability assessments * Land management plans * Arborist reports * Structural and civil engineering SAY GOODBYE TO GORSE & BLACKBERRY! Revolutionary weed management with ECOBLADE! Our method combines cutting, mulching, and herbicide application to the root system for instant and lasting results. Hand Spraying for Precise Weed Control ECOBLADE Weed Management Mulching & Slashing 0418 105 658 mvcontracting.com.au Contact Paul for a free quote. Proudly servicing the Macedon Ranges, Central & Regional Victoria. KN277814/K KN277818/K

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Thesoulof the home Windows and doors are one of the most important parts of a home. They set the tone inside and out. Get them wrong and you have a massive expense to change them. AGI Windows and Doors wants to get it right, first time. The team offers great choices, makes sure you understand the product and gives you time to absorb the information before making your decision. Together they offer decades of customer service and fabrication experience and some of the best domestic and commercial windows and doors around. Their customers are everyone from the home renovator through to award-winning builders. AGI listens closely to their needs, identify goals and budget and offer tailored best-fit solutions that bring the vision to life. AGI takes standards and workmanship personally. Nothing leaves their factory without their tick of approval. KN277816/K Suppliers of Australia's Leading Range of High Performance Aluminium Windows and Doors. Architecturally inspired systems for superior style and performance. Phone 0412 210 010 38 Beauchamp Street, Kyneton info@agiwindowsanddoors.com.au Project : "Hampton Elegance” located in Highett. Photographed by Tim Collins Media Residential Project $30,000 to $80,000 Small Showroom

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE The bathroomspecialists Give Custom Bathroom Projects a call when you are looking for specialists in bathroom renovations. James has been working in the Macedon Ranges and beyond for the last 15 years as a carpenter. Let the Custom Bathroom Projects team guide you through a stress-free journey to sophistication, where every selection and decision leads to the bathroom of your dreams, designed to last and reflect your exclusive style for years to come. James and his team at Custom Bathroom Projects erase renovation worries with their dedication to quality and insured craftsmanship, guaranteeing a waterproof outcome that brings you tranquillity and spares you from future costs. If you have been thinking about renovating your bathroom, call James now. Aceloch for all your earthmoving needs Aceloch Earthmoving is your go-to company for all your earthmoving needs. They offer a comprehensive range of earthmoving services, including excavation, demolition, site clearing and more. Aceloch’s highly skilled professionals are committed to providing reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to help you get your job done on time and within budget. They have a fleet of modern and wellmaintained earthmoving equipment, including excavators, bobcats, and tipper trucks, to handle any project, big or small. Their team is experienced in working across a range of industries, including residential, commercial and industrial. They understand that every project is unique, which is why they offer tailored solutions to meet your specific requirements. Their team will work closely with you from start to finish, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety. At Aceloch Earthmoving, they pride themselves on their commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. They are dedicated to building long-term relationships with their clients, and will always go the extra mile to ensure your satisfaction. So, whether you need excavation for a new building site, site clearing for a construction project, or demolition of an existing structure, Aceloch Earthmoving has got you covered. Need something? It’sat Frosts! The team at Frosts Building and Timber Supplies know exactly what the local builder, farmer and handyperson needs – and so they should! They’re a second generation local family business spanning 50 years. Frosts is a one-stop shop for all your building and fencing needs stocking a huge range of quality building products for residential or commercial projects and they keep their prices at highly affordable levels. Frosts services include * Timber flooring – residential and commercial timber flooring services * Building supplies – supplies such as timber, steel, aluminium, cement, plasterboard, adhesive and DIY building materials * Decking supplies and decking materials * Door supplies such bi-fold door supplies. What’s more, Frosts’ location in Sawmill Lane, Monegeetta, means that they are easily accessible – no traffic or parking probs here! Pay them a visit and you’ll find what you need for that project. • DAMS • DRIVEWAYS • HOUSE SITES • TROTTING TRACKS • CLEARING All Material Supplied TREE REMOVAL EXPERTS Jack: 0427 290 473 Sharon: 0437 900 995 (03) 5424 1433 (03) 5424 1377 Email: office@griffithsgroup.co | 12 Station St, Trentham KN 277835/K Creating your dream bathroom? Call James forafree quote Based in the Macedon Ranges Phone 0437 682 442 CUSTOM BATHROOM PROJECTS 0437 682 442 KN277861/K 8 Sawmill Lane, MONEGEETA Ph: 5428 5156. Fax: 5428 5144 Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8.30-2.30 Frost's Timber & Building Supplies Pty Ltd Farm Fencing, Fence Posts, Poly Pipes and Fittings Wire and Gates Electric Fencing We've got you covered Build it Right, Build it Once Build it with Frost's KN277873/K

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE A build secondtonone A new home is so much more than just bricks and mortar. Cutlack Builders believe a new home is the foundation to the picture of how life should and can be. A correctly designed and built home can make all the difference. Cutlack Builders offer services for new homes, renovations, alterations, additions and extensions. Their quality in building is second to none. Have you ever wondered why most houses are so cold in winter and so hot in summer? And use so much energy to make them comfortable to live in? Contact Cutlack Builders to find out how they make all the difference. Brant and his team of qualified subcontractors, tradesmen and consultants share the passion for creating homes and doing quality work that will last for years. Brant became a qualified carpenter after he recognised his passion for building was more than just a hobby. With years of experience in the building industry, Brant took his passion a step further and became a registered builder. In addition, Brant has gained Green Builder Studies, Certificate II in Engineering Studies, and Certificate IV in Building and Construction. Cutlack Builders is a member of the Housing Industry Association, Master Builders and the Building Commission. As a service, they carry all relevant insurances, including public liability, contract works and home warranty insurance. Send them your plans, talk to them about your ideas or choose from their plan range. Call Brant - Ph 0400 955 462 info@cutlackbuilders.com.au www.cutlackbuilders.com.au • New Homes • Extensions • Renovations • Custom Design Homes • Energy Efficient CDB–U52564 KN277834

HOME BUILDING & LIFESTYLE Solar’s a hot topic With home and business energy prices rising and the answer to power possibilities changing rapidly, it’s good to know there is a place where you can readily get the power situation explained to you and your questions answered. The team from Central Spark is holding Tuesday Chats, local solar and battery information sessions and Q&As. They have a wealth of knowledge on the subject and are always keeping up to date so their clients have the best possible advice and opportunities. Based in Castlemaine and servicing far and wide across central Victoria including Kyneton and surrounds, Central Spark has more than a decade of experience providing high-quality renewable energy solutions. But the information you can gather from Central Spark isn’t limited to information sessions. Company spokesperson Paul Blackman lives in Guildford and travels regularly throughout the region delivering customised quotes on a range of solar systems. He works with customers to provide the most suitable energy solution for their requirements. “We have extensive experience in various installation challenges and are in constant internal contact with our employed in-house team of A-grade electricians and solar/battery accredited designers,” he says. “We are able to offer the most accurate and realistic installation advice, even if that means not installing anything!” Paul says one of the main focuses of Central Spark as a locally owned business – owner Matthew Wilson grew up in Maldon – was offering transparency in the solar field. “We are very much a ‘nuts and bolts’ solar business and there is no smoke or mirrors. We offer sensible, realistic options and then work on providing the best system for each customer’s needs,” Paul says. He says solar systems were always popular and now more reliable than they had ever been with the solar panels themselves also cheaper and better than at any time in history. Despite that, there is still a lot of chat about solar happening at backyard barbecues that just isn’t quite right. You can find out heaps of information at a Tuesday Chat, such as how modern inverters can be wifi-links to portals so power gathering and use can be monitored. Different technologies are also on offer and changing. The pricing and quality of equipment on offer can vary greatly and updates on rebates and incentives are also at the Central Spark team’s fingertips, as is all the knowhow of battery storage. There is a lot to know and understand about solar power, so before you decide to take the step at your place, visit a Tuesday Chat. Details are in the advert below on this page. It’s love at first height! The first double-storey addition to Metricon’s Acreage Collection, the Highlander, is winning hearts across the board – and it’s easy to see why. The perfect escape from the hustle and bustle, the expansive Highlander residence is primely positioned in the leafy town of Gisborne. Beautifully enriched by sky-high ceilings, generous proportions and unrivalled fixtures and finishes, the Highlander delivers an uncompromising lifestyle of luxury. Based on one of Metricon’s most sought-after acreage homes, the Denver, the Highlander is the epitome of contemporary country living. “The opportunity to create a double-storey version of the Denver enabled us to incorporate features never seen before in acreage homes,” says Adrian Popple, Metricon design director. Designed around a towering atrium entrance that soars the full height of the home, this grand entryway flows into an impeccably presented kitchen and sublime open-plan living area that effortlessly transitions to a tranquil outdoor entertaining retreat. “The kitchen, butler’s pantry and laundry zones are all linked with dual access points so that they are both functional and luxuriously vast, creating a real statement space, which you would expect in a home of this size. There’s also an oversized garage with a workshop and separate storeroom for the home handyman or anyone keen on working the land.” The Highlander also presents a home theatre ideal for movie lovers, and an additional sitting room on the ground floor so that everyone can carve out their own space. The main downstairs bedroom has its own huge ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, and there are three more additional bedrooms, all spacious and with their own walk-in wardrobes too. Head up a sweeping staircase to uncover yet another spectacular master suite. The first floor is also home to another sitting room and a study area, ideal for those looking for some peace and quiet. “Boasting five bedrooms, including two master suites, one on each level, along with four living areas means the home can be zoned off inamultitude of ways to provide the ultimate in flexibility and multi-generational living,” Adrian says. Buying into the Highlander lifestyle is indulging in a dream that can easily become a reality. The Highlander display home in Gisborne at 13 Willowbank Road is open daily from 11am-5pm. KN277870/K