It was a day of milestones at last Saturday’s Castlemaine Parkrun, all of them significant and a couple of them tremendous. First off, it was Castlemaine Parkrun’s 400th event – a huge achievement for...

The Campbells Creek Bowling Club Two Bowl Triples competition was held on Wednesday February 29.
The weather was perfect and all bowlers thoroughly enjoyed the day. Winners were the Maldon team of Ji...

The Omoikiri Budo Kai Karate Club celebrates its 20th anniversary today!
The local club was founded on March 1, 2004 by local instructor and sixth dan black belt Jason Gray.
Jason had been teaching ka...

As a young girl living in Harcourt, Katie Petrusma dreamed of the day she would become Applefest Royalty and this year her dream will become a reality!
On March 8, Katie will officially be crowned as...

The Castlemaine community were saddened to learn of the passing of Joan Webster OAM on February 19, 2024 in her 95th year. Joan’s family has kindly shared this tribute to her life.
Joan has probably d...

Girton Grammer is hosting a School Tour on Tuesday, March 5. During the tour, families are able to explore the school’s extensive facilities and grounds, learn about its rich history, and discuss thei...

Mount Alexander Shire Council was saddened to learn of the damage to Guildford's much-loved and majestic River Red Gum, or 'The Big Tree' as it is affectionately known to locals, last week.
The giant...

Elphinstone author Anthea Matley has recently released a fascinating new book Planting Memories - a Settler’s life on the Sogeri Plateau which follows the life of her father Culver Matley.
Culver Matl...

Harcourt Bowling Club will be running a Girls on the Green competition commencing on March 6 for four consecutive Wednesday nights. No experience needed, novices can be guided by experienced club memb...