ASQ to Plant It Forward
ASQ Garden & Landscape are launching an exciting new initiative as part of Schools Tree Day on July 26.
Crossing from childhood to adolescence
Castlemaine Rites of Passage has been empowering men (young and old) to uncover an authentic sense of self and a positive place within the community, for over a decade.
DON celebrates Solomon Islands connection
DON KR Castlemaine Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme employees took a break from production at the local smallgoods manufacturer on Monday to take part in a special ceremony to celebrate Solomon Islands Independence Day (July 7).
New self-review for not-for-profits
Non-charitable not-for-profits with an active Australian Business Number are now required to lodge a new annual NFP self-review return to the Australian Taxation Office to confirm their income tax exemption status.
Let’s find a home: Dog surrenders on the increase
Mount Alexander Animal Welfare Shelter has received a large number of dog surrenders and will not be accepting any more this week.
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.
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.
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.
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.