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Get your pet blessed

In 12th century Italy, a young man named Francis abandoned his rich-boy lifestyle, and devoted himself to a life of poverty and helping others....

Have your say on tiny homes

As housing pressures grow in our shire, Tiny Homes on Wheels (THOW) are becoming an increasingly important option for affordable and flexible living. The My...

Castlemaine Historical Society event blends history, humour, and hospitality at the Old Gaol

The Castlemaine Historical Society Inc's event at the Old Castlemaine Gaol Precinct last Saturday September 13 has been hailed a great success. The event drawing...

Town’s teens an asset

Being a teenager is hard. You have to contend with hormones, social pressures, societal pressures and an ever-changing world. Social media is a new...

FOBIF AGM on soon

Friends of the Box-Ironbark Forests invite community members to attend their Annual General Meeting at the Castlemaine Senior Citizens Centre on Monday September 8. The...

Local craftswoman celebrates milestone

Well-known local craftswoman Marcie Carr marked a significant milestone on Sunday when she celebrated her 85th birthday in Castlemaine, surrounded by her large family. A...
Mayor Rosie Annear says Wear it Purple Day is an important way to show young people who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community that they are supported.

Teachers proudly supporting rainbow students

Castlemaine Secondary College was awash with every shade of purple imaginable as students and teachers celebrated Wear It Purple Day last Friday.With a purple...

Book Week fun at St Mary’s

St Mary's School held a special assembly and Book Parade on Friday to celebrate Book Week 2025. The students and staff had once again...

Pipe Band marches ahead

The Castlemaine Highland Pipe Band held their AGM on Sunday August 17, and positions remained relatively the same as the previous year. The role...

Foundry Band lays out welcome mat

Castlemaine's iconic Thompson Foundry Band is putting out the welcome mat for an 'open rehearsal' next Thursday, September 4. The practice will take place the...

Repair, make and mend with Luz!

The next Repair Café is on this Sunday August 31 at Castlemaine Community House. The event will run from 10 till 1pm. Please consider repairers...

Purple pride blooms in the shire

The local community has come together to show support for LGBTIQA+ youth this Wear It Purple Day, Friday August 29. Dhelkaya Health rallied the shire’s...

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