The winners of our 2026 Castlemaine Mail Golden Ticket buy local competition were officially drawn via Facebook livestream on Monday afternoon.
The four winners sharing in $4000 of vouchers to spend at our 19 fantastic supporting businesses!
The first prize of $2000 went to Tess and Justin Egan of Castlemaine, runner-up $1000 went to Carrol Frost of Castlemaine, third $500 to Jackie Moore from Castlemaine, and fourth $500 to Paul Kent from Castlemaine.
Our four lucky winners can choose to spend their prizemoney at any of our 2026 Golden Ticket partners which include: Aolita Boutique, Beehave, Betta Electrical Castlemaine, Bubble & Squeak Pet Grooming and Treats, Castlemaine Fresh, Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar, Cliffords Quality Cuts, Ivy & Grace, J.M Leech Jewellers, Lyal Eales Store Castlemaine, Maine Shoes and Accessories, Maldon Bakery, P J Tyres, Shoestring Market, Stevens Mensland, Stocks Gifts & Gallery, Stonemans Bookroom, The Moon Balinese Massage and Spa and Wesley Hill Bakery (Grist).
Major prize winner Tess Egan said they were absolutely delighted when they got the call.
“We are really grateful,” she said.
Castlemaine Mail manager Lynda Brew thanked all our loyal readers for taking the time to enter the competition, with a record number of entries in 2026.
“And thanks to all the wonderful local businesses which supported the campaign. It’s a fantastic way of giving back to those that support us,” she said.