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Willow claims state title honours

Harcourt North tennis star Willow Kelly has had an exciting few weeks on the court claiming a state championship and enjoying a hit of tennis with two of her idols.

Dynamic new leadership team for CSC

Castlemaine Secondary College (CSC) is thrilled to announce its new leadership team, a group of dedicated educators poised to lead the school into an exciting era of growth and innovation.

GALLERY: Australia Day – Survival Day

The Mount Alexander Shire Council 2025 Australia Day Survival Day event in Castlemaine on Sunday, January 26, recognised the hard work and community commitment of three residents and one event that positively contributes to our community.

Occupants escape blaze

Emergency services were called to a house fire at Goldsmith Crescent just after midnight on Tuesday, January 28.

Enjoy coffee with a cop in Castlemaine

Are you concerned about crime and safety in Mount Alexander Shire?

CAM seeks board members

The Castlemaine Art Museum (CAM) is seeking three fresh new faces to join its board of directors.

Local achievers nominated

Two local achievers have been nominated as part of the 2025 Victorian 7NEWS Young Achiever Awards.

Thefts leave volunteers reeling

Two local volunteer organisations have been targeted by brazen thieves who have stolen thousands of dollars worth of essential equipment.

Work begins on $4M health hub

Works have commenced on the Bendigo TAFE's brand new Community Health and Learning Hub at Dhelkaya Health in Castlemaine.
An artwork of the proposed supermarket on the approach to Castlemaine.

Woolworths intersection works to start soon

Works are set to begin shortly on the new intersection at the corner of Forest and Urquhart Streets.

Federal funding for Fringe Festival

The Castlemaine Fringe Festival will benefit from almost $30,000 in federal government funding to host a free and inclusive street party for the community on Saturday, March 22.

Police investigate damaged building

Police are investigating damage to a business in Castlemaine on Tuesday, January 14.

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