Macedon Ranges Shire is located within an hour’s drive of Melbourne (to the south) and Bendigo (to the north) via the Calder Freeway and the Bendigo-Melbourne train line. It is also within 30–40 minutes of Melbourne Airport and has easy access to neighbouring regions via major arterial roads including the Calder, Hume and Western freeways. The shire is renowned for its pristine landscapes, native forests and unique natural features including Hanging Rock and Mount Macedon. It spans 1,747 square kilometres and is divided into three wards, each represented by three Councillors. Macedon Ranges Shire Council is one of the largest employers in the Macedon Ranges, employing over 600 people. Our staff members are committed to enhancing the liveability, sense of place, and community health and wellbeing enjoyed by residents of the Macedon Ranges. Council looks for the best qualified and skilled staff to fill our vacant positions and the benefits of working for Council include: • a diverse working environment • high job satisfaction • flexible work arrangements • opportunities for career development. Vacant positions are advertised on our website. Council’s customer service centres are based in Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey and Woodend. View our Social Media Community Guidelines: bit.ly/2sSGfD1 + Acknowledgment of Country + Macedon Ranges Shire Council acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land and waterways. Council recognises their living cultures and ongoing connection to Country and pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. Council also acknowledges local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander residents of Macedon Ranges for their ongoing contribution to the diverse culture of our community.