Smooth sounds are a definite
added bonus of going to school at Castlemaine Secondary College right now with
talented music students fine tuning their repertoire ahead of next month’s
Castlemaine Jazz Festival.
Music students from years nine-12 will be
playing as part of the opening gig set for Friday June 11 at the Phee Broadway
with ticket sales taking off ahead of the upcoming Queen’s Birthday weekend
festival. Read more in today’s Mail…
Jazz cats purring
'Disastrous accident' fears
Yapeen residents fear it’s only a matter of time before a disastrous accident happens on Vaughan Spring Road – unless the speed limit on the scenic stretch is significantly lowered.
Seventy-seven locals have signed a petition calling for the Mount Alexander Shire Council to support their request to Regional Roads Victoria for the speed limit to be lowered from its current 100km/h to 60km/h on Vaughan Springs Road at Yapeen. Read more in today’s Castlemaine Mail…
Mail on the move
The Castlemaine Mail is on the move.
After occupying the premises at 29 Templeton Street for a quarter of a century, the local masthead that dates all the way back to the Goldrush days of the 1850s, is now relocating to 13 Hargraves Street.
The shift to the new headquarters is something of a case of history repeating as, prior to occupying the Templeton Street site, the Mail had previously occupied another Hargraves Street premises – 17 Hargraves – very close to where it’s shifting to now. Read more in today’s Castlemaine Mail…
The People's Hero
Harcourt identity George Milford recently launched a fascinating new book The People’s Hero which details the career of Henry Hayden BA in Colonial Victoria.
The book was officially launched by Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards at Harcourt’s ANA Hall and covers Hayden’s connection to the Harcourt region where he was first headmaster of the Harcourt Primary School.
Mr Milford said that he came across mentions of Hayden in the archives of the Harcourt Heritage Centre and was compelled to delve deeper and learn more about the local character. See the Mail for the full story.
Soccer action returns to Chewton
Castlemaine Goldfields Football Club enjoyed it’s first full weekend of games at Chewton Soldiers Memorial Park last weekend for the first time since COVID broke in 2020. See the Mail for all the latest local sporting news.
Secretary found!
The Castlemaine Technical College Past Students Association (CTCPSA) has secured a secretary and is set to continue its proud history.
The CTCPSA is delighted to announce that Anita Holm has kindly put up her hand to take on this crucial volunteer role.
CTCPSA president Bill Sikora they are extremely grateful to the Castlemaine Mail for assisting in their efforts to find a new secretary and to Anita for volunteering her time to keep our 87 year history alive. See the Mail for the full story.
Terrific taxis
Cherie Lawton, Castlemaine
I would like to thank the wonderful drivers at Castlemaine Taxis for their service, care and patience. As I now depend on taxis for the bulk of my transport needs, it is reassuring knowing that I can depend on these people to be prompt and helpful. My grateful thanks!
Choir seeks new conductor
The Castlemaine Singers are on the hunt for a new conductor/musical director.
The long running choir has been delighting Castlemaine audiences with choral performances at the Anglican Church Hall in Forest Street and at various special events for 28 years.
Retiring conductor Michael Bottomley has enjoyed leading the choir for the last 13 years.
However, he feels its time for a fresh approach and for someone with new vision and energy to take on the role. See the Mail for the full story. Out Now.
'Please vaccinate': GPs
Castlemaine doctors are urging eligible community members to make an appointment to receive their Covid-19 vaccination.
Dr Dominic Blanks of Castlemaine’s Lyttleton Street Medical Clinic said local GPs have seen a disturbing drop in the numbers of people booking for their Covid-19 vaccination clinics in recent weeks and an uptick in vaccine hesitation.
Dr Blanks said local GPs want to reassure community members that the risk of complications from the vaccine is extremely low. However, the benefits are huge. See the Mail for the full story.
Honouring our Anzacs
Leading members of Castlemaine’s RSL have welcomed the federal government’s announcement of a royal commission into veteran and serving defence personnel suicides ahead of this Sunday’s Anzac Day services across the shire.
Services will be taking place at locations throughout Mount Alexander with Castlemaine RSL secretary Barbara Templar confirming that all will be welcome to attend this Sunday’s Castlemaine Anzac Day services – while observing social distancing. Read more in today’s Castlemaine Mail.
Footy is back!
The Castlemaine Magpies hosted South Bendigo in Bendigo Football Netball League round one clashes last Saturday. After a 12 month layoff due to covid the club were delighted to finally welcome their supporters back to the Camp. Magpie Declan Slingo is pictured in action against the Bloods. For Magpie news see the Mail. Photo: Max Lesser.
Horses return to the Camp
Castlemaine and District Agricultural Society is holding its Clydesdale and Miniature/Shetlands April Feature Show at Castlemaine’s Camp Reserve this Sunday April 18.
Show secretary Debbie Hamilton said it has been two years since they ran the popular April Show for Miniature Horses, Ponies and Shetlands in conjunction with the Clydesdale Foal, Filly and Mare Show.
“Due to Covid 19 we were unable to run any events in 2020. So we are super excited for this one. We expect the top state breeders to attend,” she said.
This year the society have included cross bred Clydesdales as well as pure bred gentle giants, along with foals, geldings, fillies and mares. There will be Ridden Clydesdale classes and long reins and a small horse harness section. See the Mail for full details.