Presented by Macedon Ranges Council in conjunction with the Kyneton business community, the exhibition will be held at Sacred Heart College on October 3 and 4.

The name '9: The Expo' was chosen to represent the major towns and villages in the Macedon Ranges - Gisborne, Kyneton, Lancefield, Macedon, Malmsbury, Mount Macedon, Riddells Creek, Romsey and Woodend.

The free event aims to connect local people with local businesses by promoting a 'Buy Local' message. Macedon Ranges Council economic development and tourism manager Kylie Lethbridge said the event was an opportunity for residents to discover the range of businesses in their 'backyard'.

A new feature of the exhibition this year will be a health and wellbeing component including yoga stretching and tai chi classes and workshops on health, wellbeing and spirituality.

The council will offer a free Park and Ride shuttle bus service through the retail and tourism offerings of the town.

Details: 54219616 or ecodevadmin@macedonranges.vic.gov .au