Set within a scenic rural landscape, the Macedon Ranges is home to a strong and active equestrian community.

The shire supports 21 equestrian clubs with more than 1,000 active members across 12 public and private venues, making it one of the highest‑participation equestrian regions of any Victorian local government area.

The Macedon Ranges Community Equestrian Facilities Plan has been developed to provide a clear, shire‑wide framework to guide future priorities, shared responsibilities and potential investment in community equestrian infrastructure.

It has been shaped by extensive community and stakeholder engagement. This included surveys and interviews conducted in 2023, which received more than 440 responses, followed by further consultation on the draft Plan in mid‑2024, resulting in 83 submissions. Community feedback has been used to refine the Plan and align it with other key Council strategies, supporting a coordinated and community‑led approach to equestrian facilities across the shire.

Plan Adopted

Council adopted the Macedon Ranges Community Equestrian Facilities Plan at the 25 March 2026 Council Meeting.

The Plan provides a 10‑year Action Plan that identifies short, medium and long‑term initiatives that support improved access, club sustainability and responsible investment.

All recommendations involving Council funding remain subject to annual budget considerations.