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Resident-led collective housing conversation

Community members are invited to bring their resources, expertise, ideas and connections to a resident-led collective housing models conversation Monday, February 12 at the New Northern Hotel in Castlemaine from 6.00–7.30 pm.

Award honour for local ambo

Maldon resident and local paramedic, Barry Curtain, has been recognised with an 'Ambulance Service Medal' as part of the 2024 Australia Day Honours list.

Twilight Fest in the spotlight

Another successful Maldon Twilight Dinner took place in the historic township last Saturday evening.

House damaged by fire at Maldon

Late last week Maldon Fire Brigade were paged to a structure fire at a home in High Street Maldon.

Campers urged to be vigilant with fires

With thousands of Victorians expected to make the most of the long weekend by exploring our beautiful parks, forests and reserves, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) is asking visitors to plan ahead, be vigilant and enjoy their trip.

Illegal fruit netting causes rapid rise in wildlife harm

Victorian gardeners are being urged to ensure they’re using wildlife-friendly fruit netting when trying to protect their backyard crops, as wildlife carers and authorities report a spike in animal injuries and deaths from entanglements this summer.

‘Peppercorn House’ set for release

Local author Nicole Hurley-Moore is set to launch her long awaited new novel Peppercorn House next Tuesday January 30.

Cricket action heats up in CDCA

Castlemaine District Cricket Association A Grade and A Reserve sides wrapped up day two of round nine encounters last Saturday. The Women's sides also...

Recycling reaps rewards

Since the introduction of the Container Deposit Scheme in November, the Chewton Service Station has begun to resemble Flinders Street Station during peak hour.

Michael Leunig’s work in song

Imagine being approached to compose songs based on the infamous works of cartoonist, artist and writer Michael Leunig! Well, that's exactly what happened to one Castlemaine resident and musician, Fay White.

Fogarty’s Gap Road closure

Work has recommenced on the notoriously dangerous stretch of Fogartys Gap Road in Ravenswood South, where mulitple lives have been lost.

Campbells Creek death not suspicious

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner following the death of a man in Campbells Creek on Tuesday afternoon.

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