Really Local heads to Maldon
Really Local is hosting an interactive conversation between Maldon locals and the Mount Alexander Shire Council Mayor and Deputy Mayor on Sunday July 21.
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.
Campbells Creek digs deep
Campbells Creek played host to Newstead in round 11 of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football League season last Saturday.
Dozens sleeping rough
The depth of winter brings shorter days, crisp mornings, frost-covered lawns and for the most vulnerable in our community – those sleeping rough – extreme cold and significant hardship.
A game-changer
South Castlemaine Kindergarten will receive almost $700,000 through the state government's Building Blocks Grants Program to upgrade facilities.
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.