Why do I see or smell smoke?
With calm autumn conditions across much of the state, communities can expect to see smoke in the air as a mix of planned burns, private burns under CFA’s permit system and agricultural burns take place over the coming weeks.
Rouleurs tackle epic charity ride
The Castlemaine Rouleurs are back at it, continuing their long-standing tradition of raising much-needed funds for our local Dhelkaya Health service with a challenging and rewarding ride.
Essential works at hospital tomorrow
Dhelkaya Health’s program of infrastructure improvements continues at the Castlemaine campus, with the new main reception now open.
It’s a Monster Mash!
The monsters are back, and this time from space!
Councillors spar over advocacy
At last month's meeting of council, four items of urgent business were raised in relation to writing submissions to the National General Assembly of Local Governments ahead of the annual forum in June.
Women tackling the climate crisis
More than 100 women from across Australia gathered in Castlemaine over the weekend for the first Women's National Climate Congress.
E-bikes catch fire
Members of the Castlemaine Fire Brigade attended an incident involving two E-bikes at a property on Bowden Street last Friday March 28.
Meals return to The Albion
Meals are returning to Castlemaine’s historic Albion Hotel this month as chef Thibault Ledesma joins the team at the 166 year-old pub.
Tell council what’s important to you
What three things matters most to you?
Maine Piano Guerrillas striking a chord
Castlemaine locals and visitors have been treated to some incredible impromptu performances after pianos began popping up across Castlemaine and surrounds late last week.
Stabbing at Loddon
Police are investigating following a suspected stabbing at a correctional facility in Castlemaine on Monday March 24.
Why Easter is a thing even after 2000 years
Once there was a wealthy man with two sons whom he loved dearly.