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Footy legend Nicky Winmar stops over

The community turned out in force to mark Sorry Day with a special event at the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens last Sunday. 

‘The magic number 10’ 

The number of objections required for a planning matter to come before the monthly meeting of Mount Alexander Shire Council will rise from five to 10.

Region hit by virus surge

Victoria is currently experiencing an increase in COVID-19, Influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

Live at The Camp celebrates Dal

The inaugural Live at The Camp music festival drew a crowd of music lovers of all ages to the Camp Reserve last Saturday evening to celebrate the life of Castlemaine Football Netball Club Under 18 footballer and avid music fan Dallas Keogh-Frankling.

Late-night thrifting

Tonight May 31, shoppers can delight in a late night shopping spree at MAAW, Vinnies, the Salvos and the Good Op Shop. 

Pop up in the rotunda

Music in the rotunda sounded out loud and strong in the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens last Saturday.

Live at The Camp

The inaugural 'Live at The Camp' music festival is taking place at Castlemaine's Camp Reserve this Saturday evening, May 25.

Broiler farm proposal threat to Rail Trail development

Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail Inc (CMRT) has been alerted to a Broiler Farm Development currently taking place in the Carisbrook /Moolort vicinity.

Now more than ever

The community is invited to attend Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week events across the Mount Alexander Shire.

SES face funding challenges

On Monday, members of the Castlemaine State Emergency Service took one of their unit vehicles to Melbourne, joining a convoy of 56 other SES vehicles, traveling over the Bolte Bridge to raise awareness about the need for sustainable funding for the Victoria SES.

Carman’s Tunnel remains closed

Maldon residents were disappointed to learn that a popular local tourist destination, Carman's Tunnel, will remain closed for the foreseeable future.

Healthy soil workshop and farm visit

Now is the perfect time to assess the health of your soil.

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