Replacing James Creek Bridge
Federal Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters MP and Mount Alexander Shire Mayor Toby Heydon announced an $844,500 project to replace the James Creek Bridge...
Council imposes cat curfew
Jade Jungwirth
A 24-hour cat curfew will be introduced across the shire, requiring cats to be securely confined to their owners’ property at all times.The...
Connecting with clubs and social groups
Town Open Day brings the community together for a day of connection and belonging on Saturday, May 16.Looking to meet new people, learn about...
Half-price fares until 2027
Despite continued reports of overcrowding on trains, Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards maintains that the free transport in April has saved commuters money and...
Shedshaker turns 10!
Shedshaker Brewing is turning 10 and is going to party the only way it knows how – with great live music and free beer...
Aged care reform upheaval continues
Jade Jungwirth
Mount Alexander Shire Council says major aged care reforms are putting increasing pressure on local services, with staff stretched, clients facing higher costs,...
Community invited to attend Anzac Day services
RSL Castlemaine invites community members to attend their Anzac Day services this Saturday morning, April 25.The dawn service will take place at the cenotaph...
Edgy Veg awards on now!
Mount Alexander’s food scene is in the spotlight as the Edgy Veg Awards 2026 draw diners out to experience a fresh take on seasonal,...
Step into the spirit of Hungary at Buda
The vibrant sights, sounds and flavours of Hungary will come alive at the Buda Hungarian Folk Festival 2026 this Saturday April 18.The festival will...
Locals learn the ropes
Lily Tuck
Six locals undertook nationally accredited snake rescue training at Elphinstone Recreation Hall on Wednesday.Red Box Wildlife Shelter’s Nikki Hansen-Medwell organised the day through...
Community Services director calls time
After nine years in the role, Mount Alexander Shire Council Director of Healthy Communities (and previously corporate services) Lisa Knight is stepping away —...
Teens injured in e-bike collision
A 13-year-old Castlemaine girl was airlifted to the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne following an accident near the intersection of Duke and Urqhuart Streets...