Digging into the Gold Rush

Peter Cox, President of the National Trust Bendigo and District Branch, spoke of the importance of valuing history.

As part of the National Trust Australian Heritage Festival 2024, a highly successful event was held in Castlemaine on Saturday, attended by over 120 people.
The day began with a Smoking Ceremony cond...

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Slow down

Twenty people from Castlemaine Zen and Central Vic Climate Action meditated on the steps of the market building and chatted to the public about the Duty of Care bill which will be decided in the Feder...

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Celebrate local history!

Castlemaine Historical Society Inc members Ruth, Roger, Carol, Mark and Lil, and Shedshaker Brewing’s Lauren Ball invite locals to get along to the Keg for Good Trivia Fundraiser next Wednesday.

Shedshaker Brewing’s 'Keg for Good' returns next week with the Castlemaine Historical Society Inc being this month’s recipient.
For two nights, Tuesday May 7 and Wednesday May 8, all proceeds of sales...

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Support payment boost

People receiving youth, student or carer support will see a six per cent boost to their payments as indexation takes effect from January 1, 2024.
Federal Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters MP said the i...

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Supermarket takes shape 

Crew members work to put one of the large pre-cast concrete walls in place. Photo: David Williamson.

There was a buzz in Castlemaine last Tuesday April 16 as concreting commenced on the footings for the new Castlemaine Woolworths Supermarket on the former Gasworks site. 
Local history buff and p...

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A fond farewell for Holy Goat Cheese

Holy Goat cheeses founders Ann-Marie Monda and Carla Meurs (pictured) as they wind down operations and look to enjoy the next chapter on their Sutton Grange farm

The region's newest food and drink festival, the Mount Alexander Tastes Showcase, kicked off yesterday, Thursday April 25 and runs until Monday April 29 and promises a unique experience celebrating th...

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Rev heads roll in

Gary Hunter, owner of Triumph Performance Parts in Maldon, is gearing up for Saturday’s All-British Rally.

Hundreds of British Motorcycle enthusiasts from around Australia are making their way across to Newstead today for the 46th All British Rally. 
The annual, three-day event, hosted by the BSA Moto...

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My Castlemaine with Sherene Clow

Hi Sherene, you have worked as the LGBTIQA+ Well Being Officer at Dhelkaya for almost four years. Can you tell us a little about that work? 
Mount Alexander Shire, which has a beautiful tapestry ...

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Auskick fun!

These youngsters enjoyed their first Auskick hit out last Sunday. Photo: Max Lesser.

The Castlemaine Auskick Program proudly supported by the Castlemaine Football Netball Club kicked off at the Wesley Hill Oval last Sunday April 21.
The nine-week program aimed at 5-10 year olds and i...

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Sporting memories unearthed

Castlemaine Pioneers and Old Residents Association's highly anticipated biennial major exhibition opens today at the Castlemaine Town Hall.
The four day event this Anzac Day weekend, April 26-28, cele...

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A zen meditation to raise awareness

The Market Building. Photo www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au

An action on the steps of the Castlemaine Market Building this Saturday April 27 aims to increase awareness about the Climate Change Amendment Bill.
Central Vic Climate Action, in collaboration with C...

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Champions crowned at Castlemaine GC

Following her victory on Tuesday, Jen Dyer (23) once again clinched the top spot at Castlemaine Golf Club, boasting an impressive score of 71 nett. Her outstanding performance not only secured her the...

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