Rob McHaffie in conversation

Patti Smith type lady in the Castlemaine Botanic Gardens.

The Friends of Castlemaine Art Museum are hosting local artist Rob McHaffie in conversation at the museum on Sunday January 19.
Rob McHaffie, who was born in Naarm/Melbourne in 1978, now lives and wor...

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Behind the lens

Photographer Ian Kemp will feature on January 18.

Ballarat photographer Ian Kemp will feature in a free artist talk at the Central Goldfields Art Gallery in Maryborough on Saturday January 18.
Kemp will share fascinating insights into the background,...

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Scouts go on a tropical adventure

Local scouts were excited to board the bus for their adventure on Sunday.

Nine scouts and two venturers from 1st Castlemaine Pioneer Scout Group are this week attending the 26th Australian Jamboree in Queensland.
The group left by bus for Maryborough, Queensland, at dawn on...

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Wesley Hill: The forgotten middle kid

Residents at the launch of the Masterplan are looking forward to seeing the precinct become a vibrant community hub beyond market days.

Wesley Hill, situated between Chewton and Castlemaine, has come to form its own identity as a distinct neighbourhood. Changing demographics are seeing an increase in families to the area and the Wesle...

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MotoCross fun!

Youngsters were thrilled to enjoy a visit from Santa at the Open Day. Photo: Moto / Sports Pics by Lana.

Castlemaine MotoCross Club would like to say a massive thank you to all the riders, parents, supporters and spectators for making their Christmas Open Day on December 14 one to remember.
Castlemaine M...

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Junior Ranger shows passion for our wildlife

Junior Ranger Sam Jenkins greets dingo Ralph.

Geelong teenager Sam Jenkins has shown his dedication to Australian wildlife by making the trek to Chewton this week to complete the Junior Rangers Program at Jirrahlinga Dingo Conservation & Wild...

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Country Week kicks off!

Castlemaine District Cricket Association batsman Brett Coon is pictured in action at Wesley Hill Tuesday. Photo: Max Lesser.

The Castlemaine District Cricket Association's Junior Country Week campaign had a wet start on Monday with rain washing out the first day of play.
However, competition was able to get underway on Tues...

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Community House holiday update

Castlemaine Community House reception, food pantry and NILS are closed for the holiday period, reopening on Monday January 13. People can still access Services Australia (Centrelink) which is located ...

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Come to the Wesley Hill Market

The weekly market at Wesley Hill brings people together every Saturday morning with its variety of stalls and people, kids, dogs and performers. Photo: michael_rayner_photography.

Wesley Hill Market, Victoria’s oldest continuously-running market is on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. This vibrant market becomes a cherished ritual for locals and a delightful discovery for visitors. Ex...

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Faith is more than religion

Faith is absolute trust or confidence in a person or thing, it’s often used in association with religion but it’s not exclusively religious - we have faith that the sun will
rise each morning, the ket...

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Shooting our natural opportunity and heritage

Sam Ford, Walmer
Stemming from a long-time regional farming family, I can say wildlife is struggling. It’s having to congregate in fewer and fewer safe places. This may make it look like there is more...

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Idyll registrations close soon

2023 Castlemaine Idyll. Photo: Diana Domonkos.

Performer registrations for Castlemaine Idyll 2025 are due to close on January 17 so be quick to secure your spot today!
The fundraiser for lot19 artspace is returning on Saturday March 15, and this t...

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