Camp Reserve dig sparks interest
A crowd of interested community members turned out to learn the findings of a three-day archaeological investigation at Castlemaine's historic Camp Reserve last Friday.
Herb turns 103
Born in Bendio, Herb was the youngest of nine children. Growing up in a large family created many opportunities for adventures and fun.
Dozens sleeping rough
The depth of winter brings shorter days, crisp mornings, frost-covered lawns and for the most vulnerable in our community – those sleeping rough – extreme cold and significant hardship.
Fundraiser sends clothes to remote communities
The Good Op Shop's Reconciliation Week fundraiser has helped send packages of quality clothing to remote Aboriginal communities in connection with The Remote Op Shop project.
Together We Fall Apart
Central Victorian resident, Sophie Matthiesson, is releasing her debut novel Together We Fall Apart – a heartbreaking and devastatingly insightful story about running away and coming home.
A game-changer
South Castlemaine Kindergarten will receive almost $700,000 through the state government's Building Blocks Grants Program to upgrade facilities.
Rehabilitation renewal
Rehabilitation is something many thousands of local people of all ages experience as clients of Dhelkaya Health’s outpatient rehabilitation service.
Campbells Creek digs deep
Campbells Creek played host to Newstead in round 11 of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football League season last Saturday.
Ray flying high
Residents at Arcare Castlemaine and the wider community were treated to an aerial spectacle on Friday afternoon when a Victoria Police Air Wing helicopter made a flyover of the residential facility.
Road safety reminder
Be vigilant on the roads, slow down and drive to the conditions as the state’s schools break for winter holidays.
Tailgating tops motorists road rage
Following a poll asking Victorians what type of road rage behaviour they see most, RACV is reminding Victorian motorists to refrain from, and remain aware of, dangerous road behaviours.
Connecting with community through creativity
Artist Ned Middleton is heading off to the World Down Syndrome Congress in Brisbane this July, where he will give a presentation about his life and work in Castlemaine, alongside his art teacher Tobias Richardson.
