Elphinstone writer sets novel in Castlemaine
Imagine a future where our monarch is half Australian with a mother from Tasmania; a scenario raised in Gavan Thomson’s first novel, Royal Descent.The...
The great bunundrum!
Every year, Australia seemingly erupts in debate of ‘how early is too early’ for the iconic Hot Cross Bun to hit supermarket and bakery...
A Crimson Velvet Heart
Prolific local author Carmel Bird has written an enthralling story about the life of Princess Marie-Adélaïde of Savoy.Set in 17th-century France, Crimson Velvet Heart...
Castlemaine Press turns 10!
Community access printmaking studio, Castlemaine Press, is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary with a special event at its home base at Lot 19...
Finalists announced for the 2025 Business Awards
Mount Alexander Shire Council is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards.This year’s awards received more than 120 nominations...
It’s showtime!
The 171st Castlemaine & District Agricultural Show kicks off at the Camp Reserve tonight, Friday October 31, and continues tomorrow, Saturday November 1.Among those...
Stringent protections needed
The owners of the former ANZ Bank building in Castlemaine have expressed concerns about the potential impacts the multi-million dollar Frederick Street Precinct works...
A makeover for Maldon’s historic landmark
Park's Victoria has begun work to restore Maldon's historic Beehive Chimney, the only surviving example of its age and size in Victoria.Severe weathering has...
Community consultation open for Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail
Residents of Mount Alexander and Central Goldfields Shires are invited to share their thoughts on the draft design for the Castlemaine–Maryborough Rail Trail.The proposed...
HEDGE gardeners to open their gates
The passionate 'HEDGE' gardeners collective in Mount Alexander will be generously opening their garden gates to the community once again this November.Held on alternate...
A time honoured tradition
Castlemaine has an abundance of cafes, music venues, and clothing stores. But it has never had a Finnish style sauna and bathhouse...that is until...
Sustainable and spooky
Residents across the shire have embraced the Celtic tradition of celebrating All Hallows Eve and it is expected that this year's festivities will be...