Bridge works raise concerns
Local truck drivers have raised concerns about recent maintenance works on the Midland Highway Rail Bridge in Castlemaine.
High levels of hostility and harassment towards councillors
Hostility, bullying and harassment are among the biggest challenges faced by a significant number of the councillors surveyed for the first Victorian Councillor Census.
The First Ladies of Castlemaine Art Museum
Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting artists to express their interest in an upcoming public art opportunity.
Bridging the gap
The Campbells Creek Walking and Cycling Trail, spanning almost six kilometres from Castlemaine to Campbells Creek, will soon be completed after more than two decades of community advocacy.
Harcourt Applefest is on the move
Since its inception in 1991, the Harcourt Applefest has gone from strength to strength and is now bursting at the seams!
Local apprentices shine
Two Castlemaine apprentices have taken out awards at the 2025 Bendigo TAFE annual awards.
No right turn
The Department of Transport and Planning has approved changes to the intersection of the Pyrenees Highway (Forest Street) and Urquhart Street in Castlemaine in response to increased demand on the intersection associated with the development of the new supermarket.
Newstead Burglary
Central Goldfields Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a commercial burglary in Newstead on March 5.
Reflections from CAM
Castlemaine Art Museum was recently approached by the eminent curator and historian Gael Newton AM and Independent writer, Paul Costigan to make available a little-known work in the Collection by Mary Meyer for viewing.
Morning breath test bust
Castlemaine police intercepted a vehicle at 8am on Sunday, March 2 for a routine licence and breath test, only to find the driver had already had a very spirited start to the day.
Exciting wetland survey and conservation effort
On Tuesday, February 11 Castlemaine Steiner School & Kindergarten had the pleasure of hosting Dr.
Minister signs off on Harcourt plan
Mount Alexander Shire Council is pleased to announce new planning controls for Harcourt that respect heritage, environment and economic potential have been approved by the state government's Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny.