Police crackdown
Victoria Police is launching a major crackdown on drink and drug driving over the AFL Grand Final long weekend and warning motorists there will...
Iconic theatre seeks new custodians
After almost a decade of running the Theatre Royal, owners Felicity Cripps and Tim Heath are ready to pass the baton to the next...
Locals take to the catwalk
The charming Castlemaine Town Hall will be transformed into a sparkling venue for The Maine Gala Spring Fashion Show on Friday, October 17.
An evening...
Get your pet blessed
In 12th century Italy, a young man named Francis abandoned his rich-boy lifestyle, and devoted himself to a life of poverty and helping others....
Winters Flat student champions support for school chess team
Winters Flat Primary School student Leto made a bold move off the chessboard by helping fellow students attend one of Australia’s largest school chess...
Slither into snake season
As temperatures rise, snakes become more active, emerging from a period of reduced activity to seek food and mates. While they may be more...
Community calls on council for better biodiversity protection
Architect, and environmental activist, Trevor Scott, and members of Harcourt Valley Landcare addressed their concerns about the recent vegetation removal in Diamond Gully Road,...
Bowling over breast cancer
Gay Buchanan is living with Stage 4 breast cancer. Grateful for the support and treatment she has received she is hosting a fundraiser to...
Mount Alexander Shire Business Awards closing soon!
Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting local businesses to share their story and nominate for the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards.The awards celebrate the...
New look for NAB
The National Australia Bank Castlemaine has had a makeover.
The historic bank building closed its doors last September 12 at 12.30pm before a works team...
Historic relic goes under the hammer
Bendigo Auctions contacted the Mail earlier this week to share the story of the acquisition of a unique brass hand bell which is featured...
More than just roads, rates and rubbish
Cr Rosalie Hastwell said she believed the councillors, who had varied backgrounds and experience, had struck a good balance across the five focus areas...