Sport

Shooters on target at Invitational Prize Meeting

The Castlemaine Rifle Club held its annual 'Invitational Prize Meeting' last Saturday November 5.  Members report it was good to be able to settle back...

Golf interrupted by dismal weather

With more rain, events this week at Castlemaine Golf Club were once again interrupted. Although the ground was soggy after recent rain, some rare fine...

Fastest time ever: New course record for Castlemaine Parkrun

Castlemaine parkrun ended the month with stunning times including a new course record and the first five finishers all completing the event in under...

Harcourt bowling green becomes a swimming pool

Harcourt Bowling Club weekend pennant teams were lucky to get on the green last Saturday with the rain we had and more forecast.

The battle of the Darrochs in the bowls at Castlemaine

Saturday was a fine and sunny day and Castlemaine bowlers were pleased to be able to play pennant, although disappointing for Division 5 they...
The Castlemaine District Tennis Association junior competition got underway last Saturday. Photo: Max Lesser.

Tennis growth for younger players

Castlemaine and District Tennis Association clubs Castlemaine, Newstead, Maldon and Harcourt have started another summer season for junior competition. The CDTA reports that it is noticeable...
Parkrun is celebrating the parkwalker in October.

Parkwalk at Castlemaine Parkrun during October

Last weekend's wet weather forced the cancellation of the weekly Castlemaine parkrun event. Organisers are hopeful the event can return this weekend if the wet...
Whilst Saturday pennant was once again washed out last Saturday, Castlemaine bowlers enjoyed a social competition on Saturday and a 'Come and Try' Day with their friends and neighbours at the Castlemaine Croquet Club on Sunday. Photo: Max Lesser.

Bowlers enjoy social gatherings after pennant cancelled

Weekend Pennant was once again cancelled due to flooding on district greens. Castlemaine Bowling Club is very fortunate to have two very good surfaces...

Mt Alexander Falcons to feature at Ballarat

The Mt Alexander Falcons and Kyneton Tigers are set to feature in Sunday’s AFLW game at Mars Stadium in Ballarat after both teams were...
Declan Fraser is proudly pictured with Lowndes and his family at the event.

Wild ride at Bathurst for Castlemaine young gun Declan Fraser

Castlemaine born Declan Fraser did the region proud as a wildcard entry racing alongside motorsport legend Craig Lowndes in the Bathurst 1000 last Sunday.Declan...

Hockey players welcome to participate

A passionate, local group of hockey players are getting together on Sunday mornings at Castlemaine Primary School during October. Anyone is welcome to join...
Some of the Victorian team members are pictured at the event. Photo: Max Lesser.

Goldfields host Australian Orienteering Championships

Orienteers of all ages from across Australia and New Zealand descended on Castlemaine, Maldon, Daylesford and Blackwood for the Australian Orienteering Championships last week...

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