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Feasting and daring to believe

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Feasting and daring to believe

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Off the market: Land of the dead

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Off the market: Land of the dead

The local Anglican Parish has announced there are “currently” no plans to sell St John’s Anglican Church in Riddells Creek, contradicting a statement they made in May that suggested otherwise. Fr Scott Mudd sent a letter to parishioners on May 12 and advised “To realise the necessary funding for the redevelopment of Fisher Street [Gisborne], we will be seeking approval from the Diocese of Melbourne to sell the entire site of St John’s, Riddells …Read Article

Politics, competition and prone to extremes

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Politics, competition and prone to extremes

Gillian Wills wrote Big Music, her debut novel, because she wanted people to know what goes on behind the concert curtain. Music is so readily available, it’s easy for people to overlook the dedication and hard work involved in becoming a performer. There’s a misconception that conservatoriums are peaceful, genteel places. Undeniably exhilarating, they are also political, competitive and prone to extremes. The author has strong memories of her t…Read Article

My Castlemaine (pt. 1)

With his signature snowy beard and cheerful disposition, Vic Say is a familiar face to many in the local community. He is best known for his many years teaching Indonesian to primary school children, ... Subscribe to the Castlemaine Mail to read the full story. Already a subscriber? Log in below Problems logging in?Castlemaine · Castlemaine Read Article

Lancefield Neighbourhood House enters new era

Lancefield Neighbourhood House’s ‘townhouse’ has relocated and entered a new era. The community asset has provided the town with social connections, support and services for more than three decades, and will continue to do so from its new site at 5 The Crescent, Lancefield. Team members celebrated the move last month, to a townhouse better fit for purpose that the organisation now owns. The purchase was made possible with the support of a govern…Mount Alexander Shire · Mount Alexander Shire Read Article

MainFM impacted by flooding

Have you heard? Our friends at community radio station MainFM 94.9 have been impacted by flooding at their station home, The Old Hospital at 1 Halford Street, due to a burst water main. The radio station is currently homeless – but thanks to the dedication and tenacity of their technical team – they are still on the air! MainFM are broadcasting remotely, which means you will notice disruptions to their regular programming. They are broadcasting …Floods · Castlemaine Read Article

A one hundred year lesson

What is the lesson a father, poet, farmer, black jack player and WWII veteran learnt in life? At Bupa Aged Care in Kyneton, Rachel Hewitt and Rob Shaw of the Woodend Warblers hold the attention of silent staff and the non-sleeping residents. They sing Danny Boy. Their sounds are interrupted by a resident who croons between their lyrics. It’s John Wyke. “From glen to glen, and down the mountainside,” he cries. A lady in the back joins in: “The su…World War II · Mount Alexander Shire Read Article

Fair not lost to the Ranges

Macedon Ranges has secured the return of one of the region’s most unique events for 2026: The Lost Trades Fair. Hanging Rock will be the backdrop for the event, which celebrates craftsmanship, skilled manual work, decorative arts, heritage crafts, rare trades and generational knowledge. Lost Trades Fair founders, Lisa and Glen Rundell, are thrilled to be returning the event to the region where it all began in 2014. “Hanging Rock is one of the mo…Mount Alexander Shire · Mount Alexander Shire Read Article

Pizza aficionados pass the peel

The founders and longtime owners of popular local food van Pizza de Wheels, Robert Johnson and Fiona Raggatt, have set down their pizza cutters. The Castlemaine couple are pleased to have passed the b... Subscribe to the Castlemaine Mail to read the full story. Already a subscriber? Log in below Problems logging in?Castlemaine · Castlemaine Read Article

United comes out firing

United came out of the blocks firing against a developing Kangaroos outfit over the weekend. The first half saw GKU dominate, holding Sunbury scoreless. Six different players hit the scoreboard from United, with Emma Williams leading the charge and finishing with a solid three goals for the day. The usual suspects were in fine form, with Todorovic, Ainslie and Macumber all named among the best. Brancatisano was dominant in the ruck, while Hatele…Mount Alexander Shire · Mount Alexander Shire Read Article

Magpies triumph over Roos

The Castlemaine Magpies were thrilled to get back on the winners’ list as they defeated Kangaroo Flat in round 10 action last Saturday at the Camp Reserve. The Magpie Seniors put in a solid performance against the Roos, storming home in the final quarter before an enthusiastic home crowd. Flat were on top early with two quick goals to Jeremy Rodi and Jake Hywood, however, the Magpies soon warmed up and snagged one back through Archie Rixon. The …Magpies · Mount Alexander Shire Read Article

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