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.
Road safety reminder
Be vigilant on the roads, slow down and drive to the conditions as the state’s schools break for winter holidays.
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.
ARENA funding boost for DON
DON KR Castlemaine is set to share in almost $2 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
Learning about Myanmar refugees
Local resident and International Development Worker Fhon Williams spoke at last week's Amnesty International meeting where she described the situation of Myanmar refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Vale Barry
Much admired local ceramicist, advocate for studio pottery, lecturer, advisor to the Castlemaine Art Gallery and Historical Museum (CAGHM) and the Art Gallery of Ballarat, Barry Singleton, recently passed away.
Support CAM
As the end of financial year looms local art lovers are encouraged to consider making a donation to the Castlemaine Art Museum.
Safer crossing for Mostyn Street
The pedestrian crossing on Mostyn Street is getting a much-needed upgrade.
Percy takes the prize
Yapeen welder and blacksmith Cameron Wilson has taken out the 'Hall Chadwick Emerging Artist' prize at the 'Sculptures Out Back' competition in Roma, Queensland.
Free energy assessment
Mount Alexander Shire Council has partnered with Castlemaine Institute and the Resilient Building Council to offer 150 households free energy efficiency and resilience home assessments.
Help improve road safety
Mount Alexander Shire Council is working on a project to improve road safety in the Castlemaine CBD area, and is looking for community input.
Bridge upgrade welcomed
Mount Alexander Shire Council has recently undertaken improvements to strengthen and rehabilitate Froomes Road Bridge.