Faraday truck depot application denied by Council
The officers' report indicated that the proposed use of land for a depot, within the farming zone and affected by an environmental overlay, was inappropriately located and would negatively impact agricultural uses on adjoining land.
Further flood fears as clean up continues
Mount Alexander Shire experienced widespread damage to housing, public property, roads, parks, and local businesses as a result of last week’s significant rainfall event and subsequent local flooding.
Newstead solar farm project gets underway
Construction of Renewable Newstead's solar farm began on Tuesday with a welcome to country from Dja Dja Wurrung and Wamba Wamba woman Cassandra Lewis.
Be transported back in time at Old Pioneers and Residents exhibition
‘Transport in the Mt Alexander Shire 1866 to the Present Day’ features a stunning collection of items from the Pioneers and Old Residents collection and private local collections and will be a must see.
Affordable Housing initiative wins support of Council
Access to safe and affordable housing is becoming untenable for many in our region and across the country. The nationwide housing crisis is requiring...
Lot 19 Sculpture Prize winners celebrated
The Lot19 Spring Sculpture Prize returned to Lot19 Arts Precinct in Castlemaine last weekend, with a joyous opening party featuring live music, food, bar and prize-giving.
Regional Community Vet Clinic celebrates milestone
Regional Community Vet Clinic (RCVC) held another successful pop-up clinic and desexing session at the Castlemaine Veterinary Clinic earlier this month.
Widespread flooding impacts region
Roads were closed across the Mount Alexander Shire and the local region as Thursday's rain event saw local creeks and rivers burst their banks and flood roads, footpaths, parks, reserves and impact homes and businesses.
Swashbuckling fun awaits!
Tickets are now on sale for the Castlemaine Theatre Company’s first full-stage production since COVID-19 swept across our shores - 'Peter Panto: Or One...
Spring Sculpture Prize to return to Lot19
The Spring Sculpture Prize returns to Lot 19 Arts Precinct this weekend after a two year hiatus!Since its inception in 2006, the Spring Sculpture...
Green addition for Maldon Hospital
Staff at Maldon Hospital are now visiting and transporting their patients in battery-electric cars.The rural hospital has received three Hyundai Kona Electric cars replacing...
Legendary local actor to feature in documentary
Local celebrity John Flaus is set to feature in a biographical documentary being developed by independent filmmaker Penny Moore.The documentary aims to acknowledge the...
