Harcourt makes noise for Tones and I
Iconic Australian singer-songwriter Tones and I announced on her Facebook page last week that she would put on a big show on February 20...
Wellbeing Resource for fire-affected community members
Kate Templer, Castlemaine
I'm a Castlemaine local and clinical psychologist. I wanted to contribute something that might be helpful to the community at this time,...
Maldon mobilises for Blaze Aid
The Bluelight Camp on Derby Hill in Maldon has been brought back to life after sitting dormant for years.
On Wednesday, a group of...
Supporting Harcourt after the bushfire
On January 9, 2026, a catastrophic bushfire rapidly swept through Harcourt and surrounding areas, destroying homes, properties, and treasured parts of the small community....
Catastrophic Fire Day declared
As we went to press this morning, Victorian fire authorities issued a Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating for tommorrow, Friday, January 9, for the North...
It takes a village!
Castlemaine Secondary College held a special morning tea last Friday December 12 to celebrate its Year 12 achievers on receiving their final results.
Assistant Principals...
Tributes flow for musician
There has been an outpouring of tributes to honour the life of much loved local musician, Sean Kenan, who passed away suddenly at his...
Vale Peter
Local photographer and artist Katherine Seppings has kindly shared this small piece in honour of former local teacher and Castlemaine Fringe supporter Peter Roberts...
Our Newshounds celebrated!
The 10th annual Castlemaine Mail/DON KR Castlemaine Newshounds awards were held at the Castlemaine Library foyer on December 12.With the generous support of DON...
Community to gather for Christmas lunch
Celebrate Christmas with the Mount Alexander Shire community by coming along to Community Christmas Lunch.The annual celebration is hosted by Castlemaine Community House and...
Help keep community pantries stocked
The Mount Alexander Community Pantry Network is calling for donations to help ensure local pantries are stocked over the holidays, so everyone has access...
How Forest Creek taught us to speak up
Carolyn Crowther (Chewton Chat)
From a goldfields rally in 1851 to saving the local pool, Chewton keeps using the same civic muscle.
When Chewton’s pool faced...