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Climate activists question Deputy PM

Two Castlemaine residents from climate protest group Rising Tide made a surprise appearance at a press conference at the Central Deborah Gold Mine in Bendigo on Monday morning.

Bill and John turn 70!

Well known Castlemaine twins Bill and John Sikora celebrated their 70th Birthday last Saturday evening April 12 at the Bendigo District RSL Club.

Tatts for charity

Forest Creek Tattoo is holding a flash day this Sunday, April 20, to raise money for Hope Assistance Local Tradies (HALT).

Council announces ‘challenging’ budget

The Mount Alexander Shire's April council meeting took place on Tuesday night and announced the annual budget for the 2025-2026 financial year.

Stage prepared for longest running fair

The annual Maldon Easter Fair is set to occur this long weekend for the 148th time, continuing its reign as the longest, continuous Easter parade in Australia.

Designs released for new training facility

Designs for Bendigo TAFE’s new Community Health and Learning Hub in Castlemaine have been released.

VIDEO: Lockie’s Minecraft masterpiece makes its premiere

A young local school boy Lockie Cooper has made a short animation film inspired by Minecraft.

Easter fun at ‘RACE YA’

The ‘RACE YA’ Family Fun Day Asthma Australia fundraiser will once again be held this Easter Sunday April 20 at Maldon's Bill Woodfull Reserve.

Lana Osterfield (centre) will be fondly remembered for her involvement in various community groups.

Lana fondly remembered

The community was shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of much loved community member Lana Osterfield last week.

Start your engines!

The Mount Alexander Vintage Engine Club's (MAVEC) popular April Rally is set to return to the Dave Bennett Reserve at Muckleford this weekend April 12 and 13.

Car impounded

Castlemaine Police had a triple treat on their hands last week after intercepting a vehicle that ticked all the wrong boxes unregistered, sporting false plates and driven by someone who was disqualified from driving.

Rotary celebrates apprentices and trainees

Rotary Castlemaine hosted its 2025 Apprentice & Trainee Awards at the Cumberland Hotel last Wednesday evening April 2.

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