Community connections
Youngsters from the Harcourt Pre-School enjoyed a special visit to Harcourt's new Coolstore Cafe on Tuesday morning.
Green thumbs gather
The Garden Afternoon held at the Campbells Creek Bowling Club on Tuesday August 27 was a resounding success.
Join the Bioblitz!
Community members interested in playing the role of Citizen Scientists in the upcoming 2024 Great Southern Bioblitz (September 20-23) are invited to attend a local 'Citizen Science Photography Walk' this Sunday September 8.
Violent act leads to $500 fine
A 52-year-old man who pleaded guilty to charges of property damage, appeared at the Castlemaine Magistrates Court on Friday August 30.
Ute crash
Police are investigating after a ute reportedly collided with a stationary vehicle on the Midland Highway and came to rest on a verge at Barkers Creek last weekend.
Stolen Sequels
On the back of their success with Batthew Aromascent and the Missing Corpse Flower.
Whooping cough on the rise
Cases of pertussis (whooping cough) are continuing to increase in Victoria.
Innovative vet clinic puts down roots
After years of hard work to find a suitable location the directors of the Regional Community Vet Clinic have finally secured a permanent home to build a not-for-profit community veterinary clinic.
Railway clean up
V/Line crews attended locations in Castlemaine and Chewton on Monday August, 19, Tuesday August 20 and Wednesday August 21 to remove graffiti from bridges and other rail infrastructure.
Industry experts look to future festivals
Castlemaine State Festival (CSF) has engaged two industry experts, with a successful track record in delivering festivals.
Council elections loom
Mount Alexander Shire will be going to the polls in October, along with all but one other council in the state.
Spring firewood season opens
Victorians can prepare for next winter by collecting free firewood for personal use from state forest collection areas from September 1 until November 30.