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Historic Taradale Methodist church for sale

Former Mount Alexander Shire mayor Jim Norris and his wife Carmel a former secondary school teacher, are selling their home; a beautifully restored Methodist Church built in 1865.

Council provides funding to boost local events

Mount Alexander Shire Council is pleased to announce that 15 groups will share in $34,000 in grants to activate events across the shire.

Labor promises funding for Maldon Museum if re-elected

A re-elected Andrews Labor Government will support the Maldon Vintage Machinery and Museum, so they can continue to celebrate the rich history of Maldon...

Local resident into the semi-finals of the Doug Moran Portrait Prize

Local resident Allis Hamilton is a semi-finalist for the 2022 Doug Moran National Portrait Prize with her painting ‘Where the Old Horse Wanders on the Crest of the Hill'.

Council ranger’s vehicle involved in accident

Mount Alexander Shire Council's Ranger’s vehicle was involved in a collision on October 26, resulting in damage that is currently in the process of being repaired.

Locals fight to stop sale of historic Yandoit church

A group of Yandoit locals has banded together to stop the old Uniting Church from being sold, successfully securing a lease until November 2023.  Thanks...

Gathering of Kindness aims to encourage culture change in healthcare

Burnout, bullying, workforce retention, toxicity and abuse are endemic in the medical system, and with the continued strains of the pandemic, there has never been a better time for change.

Workspace to get $3 million in state funds for relocation

Workspace will be moving from its current Halford Street location to the former secondary school in Etty Street by January 2024.

Vigil for Cassius Turvey held in Castlemaine

A large crowd of people gathered in Victory Park Castlemaine on Wednesday to mourn the death of Perth teenager Cassius Turvey.

A Golden Nugget at Porcupine Village

The much-anticipated opening of Porcupine Village in Maldon remains on the horizon, as managers Doug and Deborah Baird await the green light to fling open the gates of the replica gold mining town.

‘Sex is never just sex’ – there is always more to it …

Award-winning local author, Alex Miller, has launched a new novel exploring sexuality, self-exploration, friendship and marriage in a modern world.

Maldon Folk Festival returns this weekend

After a two-year hiatus, Maldon is finally able to host its 47th Folk Festival. With a huge line-up of local, and international performers, this weekend (Friday through to Sunday) is set to be an incredible experience for lovers of all things folk.

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