Castlemaine Mail office impacted by deluge
The Castlemaine Mail became the story Thursday morning when our team arrived to find our office at 13 Hargraves Street flooded as a result of Wednesday...
Writing prize to honour Kath O’Connor
Who amongst us hasn’t been touched by an act of kindness in healthcare? In some instances, a kind word, smile or act of thoughtfulness...
Print in the spotlight
Castlemaine Art Museum (CAM) has a number of print themed events planned to kick off 2024 which coincide with the gallery's 2023 Experimental Print...
Aspirational plan for railway precinct
At December’s meeting of Mount Alexander Shire councilors moved a motion to adopt the Castlemaine Railway Precinct Masterplan which will involve advocacy to state...
Are you our next Idyll?
Have you ever dreamed of singing on a stage backed by a professional band in front of an adoring crowd?
Win Hocking turns 100!
Castlemaine resident Winnifred Hocking (nee Freeman) celebrated her 100th birthday with a special gathering of family and friends at Arcare Castlemaine last Sunday December...
Police urge community to be accountable
Local police and Crime Stoppers want Victorians to know that their actions can make a difference this bushfire season.
Crime Stoppers Victoria is partnering with...
Our Newshounds celebrated
The eighth annual Castlemaine Mail/DON KR Castlemaine Newshounds awards were held at the Castlemaine Library foyer last Saturday December 16.
With the generous support of...
Fond memories of Harcourt
The family of former Harcourt Primary School teacher Margaret Ball (nee Wham) are seeking help from the local community to track down school photos from the old Harcourt Primary School 1967-68.
Kittens putting pressure on animal shelters
There is nothing cuter than baby animals – especially kittens and puppies, but research indicates that one undesexed female cat can produce 800,000 more cats over its lifetime.
Spreading the joy
A team of volunteers from Don KR Castlemaine recently donated their time to assist the hard working team at The Salvation Army Castlemaine to pack their annual Christmas hampers.
Students campaigning for change
Winters Flat Primary School students Georgie (Grade 6) and Aurora (Grade 5) have taken the school's campaign to eradicate plastic fruit stickers a step further, writing to local, state and federal governments calling for a ban.