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Tatts for charity

Forest Creek Tattoo is holding a flash day this Sunday, April 20, to raise money for Hope Assistance Local Tradies (HALT).

Council announces ‘challenging’ budget

The Mount Alexander Shire's April council meeting took place on Tuesday night and announced the annual budget for the 2025-2026 financial year.

Stage prepared for longest running fair

The annual Maldon Easter Fair is set to occur this long weekend for the 148th time, continuing its reign as the longest, continuous Easter parade in Australia.

Designs released for new training facility

Designs for Bendigo TAFE’s new Community Health and Learning Hub in Castlemaine have been released.

Easter fun at ‘RACE YA’

The ‘RACE YA’ Family Fun Day Asthma Australia fundraiser will once again be held this Easter Sunday April 20 at Maldon's Bill Woodfull Reserve.

VIDEO: Lockie’s Minecraft masterpiece makes its premiere

A young local school boy Lockie Cooper has made a short animation film inspired by Minecraft.

Lana Osterfield (centre) will be fondly remembered for her involvement in various community groups.

Lana fondly remembered

The community was shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of much loved community member Lana Osterfield last week.

Start your engines!

The Mount Alexander Vintage Engine Club's (MAVEC) popular April Rally is set to return to the Dave Bennett Reserve at Muckleford this weekend April 12 and 13.

Car impounded

Castlemaine Police had a triple treat on their hands last week after intercepting a vehicle that ticked all the wrong boxes unregistered, sporting false plates and driven by someone who was disqualified from driving.

Rotary celebrates apprentices and trainees

Rotary Castlemaine hosted its 2025 Apprentice & Trainee Awards at the Cumberland Hotel last Wednesday evening April 2.

Explore Autopia at Autoplex

Excitement is building as the Castlemaine Hot Rod Centre prepares to host its annual Autopia extravaganza this Sunday April 13.

Iilysh runner-up

Australian Idol contestant Iilysh Retallick, 17, finished runner-up in this year's premiere music competition after a superb grand finale effort!

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