Eradicating graffiti one tag at a time
The recently formed Castlemaine Graffiti Busters are going from strength to strength in their war against graffiti.
The eye in the sky
The adoption of a closed circuit television in public places policy and a request for installation of cameras at Forest and Johnstone Street bridges saw councillors debating the pros and cons of CCTV.
Hitting all the right notes
Everyone in Mount Alexander Shire knows how fortunate we are to have a wide range of incredible musicians and music venues locally and now the rest of Victoria knows it too!
Pyrenees Highway speed change amended
The Department of Transport and Planning has reinstated an 80km/h speed limit on a one-kilometre section of the Pyrenees Highway east of Chewton.
GALLERY: Bizarre storm cell wreaks havoc
A bizarre storm cell passed across Castlemaine on Wednesday causing flash flooding and extreme hail.
South with the Seabirds
Former Castlemaine lad and award-winning author and illustrator Jess McGeachin released his latest book South with the Seabirds on Tuesday this week.
CSC celebrates rainbow kids
Castlemaine Secondary College marked Wear It Purple Day last Friday with a vibrant and heartwarming celebration of its rainbow students.
Stolen Sequels
On the back of their success with Batthew Aromascent and the Missing Corpse Flower.
CSC celebrates rainbow kids
Castlemaine Secondary College (CSC) marked Wear It Purple Day last Friday with a vibrant and heartwarming celebration of its rainbow students, uniting the local community in a shared expression of acceptance and support.
Let’s find a home
If you’re looking for a new pet, look no further than Mount Alexander Animal Welfare Shelter.
Free forum talks tenants’ rights
A free Tenants' Rights Forum in Castlemaine next week aims to educate the community about tenants' rights and available support services.
V/Line to offer e-ticket options
The state government is making travelling across regional Victoria faster and simpler delivering another way for regional Victorians to access train and coach tickets.