Spring firewood season opens
The Spring firewood season opened on September 1 and runs until November 30.
Severe storm activity
The Castlemaine State Emergency Service Unit had a busy weekend, answering 15 calls for assistance from the local community following severe storm activity.
Relics recovered
The Friends of Wattle Gully Gold Mine and the Prospectors and Miners Association (PMAV) are thrilled to report that two gauges from the historic Wattle Gully Gold Mine at Chewton are now in the safe keeping of the Maldon Vintage Machinery and Museum.
Senator stops over
Federal Senator for Victoria Steph Hodgins-May stopped over in Castlemaine on Wednesday afternoon for a listening post at Maxi IGA Castlemaine about the childcare crisis in our shire.
Community connections
Youngsters from the Harcourt Pre-School enjoyed a special visit to Harcourt's new Coolstore Cafe on Tuesday morning.
Green thumbs gather
The Garden Afternoon held at the Campbells Creek Bowling Club on Tuesday August 27 was a resounding success.
Join the Bioblitz!
Community members interested in playing the role of Citizen Scientists in the upcoming 2024 Great Southern Bioblitz (September 20-23) are invited to attend a local 'Citizen Science Photography Walk' this Sunday September 8.
Violent act leads to $500 fine
A 52-year-old man who pleaded guilty to charges of property damage, appeared at the Castlemaine Magistrates Court on Friday August 30.
Whooping cough on the rise
Cases of pertussis (whooping cough) are continuing to increase in Victoria.
Innovative vet clinic puts down roots
After years of hard work to find a suitable location the directors of the Regional Community Vet Clinic have finally secured a permanent home to build a not-for-profit community veterinary clinic.
Railway clean up
V/Line crews attended locations in Castlemaine and Chewton on Monday August, 19, Tuesday August 20 and Wednesday August 21 to remove graffiti from bridges and other rail infrastructure.
Industry experts look to future festivals
Castlemaine State Festival (CSF) has engaged two industry experts, with a successful track record in delivering festivals.