At its recent Council meeting on Tuesday 15 July, Mount Alexander Shire Council (MASC) voted to defer a decision on a planning application from local winery, Panacea Estate. Councillors stated concerns including environmental impact and fire risks. The application requested approval to host larger events such as annual festivals, community gatherings and functions and to…
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