Maldon Victoria

29/06/2025

Great news. Porcupine Village has secured the much needed planning permit.

Well, we have always said that we would shout it from the rafters when we finally get our approved planning permit.
Here we are!
On Friday afternoon, we received the following:

APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMIT PA2403444
8 ALLANS ROAD MALDON VIC 3463
I refer to the above matter submitted to the Minister for Planning on 8/01/2025.
I advise that a permit has been issued under delegation from the Minister for Planning.

The last four and a half years have been challenging, however the owners, management team and staff at Porcupine Village have never lost sight of the end goal, to bring the village back to life, along with much needed accommodation for visitors, quality dining options and a function space that is unique to the area.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support over this journey.
Your words of encouragement kept us focused on the task and buoyed our spirits when things got tough.
The permit has been issued with over 90 conditions.
These conditions, some of which are quite onerous, have been put in place to ensure that the project complies with all requirements of the many regulatory bodies.
Because of this, we envisage another few months of work ahead of us before we throw open the gates.
But it is now very much a case of WHEN we open, as opposed to IF we will open!

Thanks again for the support.
If anyone has any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to come and see us, or call me on 0400579319,
Regards
Doug and Deb Baird.

23/03/2025

The Gold History of Maldon.

The discovery of gold at Maldon, a small town in central Victoria, Australia, marked a significant chapter in the region’s history and contributed to the broader Victorian Gold Rush of the 1850s.

The discovery of gold at Maldon, a small town in central Victoria, Australia, marked a significant chapter in the region’s history and contributed to the broader Victorian Gold Rush of the 1850s. Gold was first found in the Maldon district in December 1853, though the exact identity of the discove...

16/03/2025

AI is the future and learning how to use it is essential.

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26/09/2024

Victorian Goldfields Railway operating times during the School Holidays. If you haven't been on it then take the opportunity for a fantastic day out!

Looking for a unique way to spend your School holidays? 🚂

Hop on the Victorian Goldfields Railway and journey back in time! Our steam-hauled* services offer a perfect escape from the everyday, taking you through the scenic Goldfields region from Castlemaine to Maldon.

Don’t miss out— Book now
🎟️ https://www.vgr.com.au/timetable-and-fares

Explore Maldon, Australia’s First Notable Town—whether you’re enjoying a leisurely picnic or dining at one of Maldon's charming eateries, there's something for everyone. It’s an ideal day out for families, friends, or anyone looking to experience the magic of steam rail travel.

🚂 Regular steam-hauled services run every Sunday and Wednesday, we're also running additional services on Saturdays during the school holidays.*

Don’t miss out—secure your seats today!
🎟️ https://www.vgr.com.au/timetable-and-fares

*Please note: Diesel locomotives may be substituted for steam due to unavailability of locomotives or adverse weather conditions.

📷 Rob Lee

22/09/2024

16/09/2024

As it was, the Kangaroo Hotel

15/09/2024

Vintage Truck at Main Street Maldon

14/09/2024

Holy Trinity Anglican Church at Maldon

13/09/2024

Maldon Athenaeum Library on High Street

This is the Maldon Athenaeum Library. The site has operated since 1863, however much of the building currently seen was built in the mid to late 1930s as the original building was mostly destroyed by a fire. The building currently houses the Maldon Athenaeum Library and rooms are also the home of th...

12/09/2024

Maldon is a great destination for vintage cars.

A vintage car spotted out the front of Maldon Quality Butchers shop in Main Street at Maldon.