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Castlemaine Historical Society Inc member John Brennan and author Russell Garbutt are pictured during his visit to Castlemaine.

Vincent Pyke Goldfields Gladiator

A fascinating new book on the life of Victorian and Otago goldfields pioneer Vincent Pyke has hit the shelves at Stoneman's Bookroom Castlemaine.The biography...
Zahn Rinaldi was known as the 'Daredevil of the Skies'. Photo from the Verey Photographic Collection, Castlemaine.

Rinaldi: Daredevil of the Skies

Local resident and keen history buff Stephen Collicoat has kindly shared another intriguing local story this time about Rinaldi: Daredevil of the Skies.On Saturday,...
Lions Club members from multiple districts convene at Castlemaine Distribution Centre for a major donation

Community groups critical to recovery

Whitegoods, clothing and $30,000 in donations have arrived in Castlemaine, as Lions Club members from Victoria and New South Wales unite to support ongoing...
Just a few of the fabulous staff who make Castlemaine Community House such a wonderful place. Check out the term 2 program, full of varied activities and courses.

Something for everyone at Community House

Castlemaine Community House is kicking off Term 2 this April, offering a wide range of practical, affordable, and engaging courses designed to bring people...

Lifeline Loddon Mallee calls for new volunteers

Lifeline Loddon Mallee is calling on caring community members from Bendigo and surrounds to consider becoming Crisis Supporter volunteers.They are currently holding online Volunteer...

Adorable street library in Taradale

Staff, children, parents and friends at Taradale Primary School have introduced a wonderful street library at the school.Thanks to the incredible generosity and talent...
Spirit of Idyll joint winners Pixy and Jen Moore celebrate their win. Photo: Diana Domonkos.

Castlemaine Idyll 2026: a big, joy-filled celebration

Castlemaine Idyll 2026 was, once again, a big, joy-filled celebration of local musicians, emerging performers, and the enduring power of community and song.Kids Karaoke...
Centenarian Joyce Perry (centre right) is pictured with her family members Rhonda, Rachael, Daniel, Damian, Nova, Elise, Justin, Tricia, Cai, Tom, Eddie, Marilyn, Simon, Olive, Martin and Lawrie. Photos: Max Lesser.

Joyce turns 100!

Longtime Castlemaine resident Joyce Perry celebrated her 100th Birthday with a special luncheon with family and friends at the Mount Alexander Golf Club last...
Arcare residents are pictured in their Irish flair for the St Patrick's Day event with team members Amanda and Marianne and visitor Milly.

St Patrick’s Day celebrated

Residents at Arcare Castlemaine enjoyed a special St Patrick's Day celebration on Tuesday this week.A packed room of residents were transported to a pub...

Overeaters Anonymous (OA) Share-a-thon tomorrow

Are you addicted to food? You’re not alone. You can find real support with Overeaters Anonymous.Melbourne Intergroup together with Regional Victoria and Tasmania invite...
From March 21-29, a selection from the Castlemaine Costume Gallery will be on display at the Anglican Church Hall.

Castlemaine girls come out to party

After 12 months locked in a storage unit, the amazing collection of the Castlemaine Costume Gallery will once again be on show to the...
Many of the members of the local Bridge Club got their start at U3A.

An opportunity to learn Contract Bridge

Every Tuesday some 40 enthusiastic players gather at the Church of Christ in Blakeley Road, Castlemaine to have a friendly competition game of contract...

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