HelloPlus: Exploring Life & Philosophy.
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New live music circuit: Beat’n Tracks
Regional live music venues Shedshaker Taproom in Castlemaine, Odessa at Leavers Hotel in Creswick, and Shiraz Republic in Cornella, have joined forces to create a new live music touring circuit, presenting a series of live music shows across all three venues. Called Beat’n Tracks, the concept launches across the weekend of October 18-20 with the…
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The power of collaboration
Tina Helm is using her Mount Alexander Shire Council scholarship to take part in LEAD Loddon Murray, to put her new skills to the test with the development of a Meet the Candidates project in the lead up to council elections. Tina has gathered together 13 independent community groups to be involved in the Meet…
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All aboard!
Journey back in time, rattling along the railway line in a heritage steam locomotive from Castlemaine to the historic township of Maldon, and peruse the shops and cafes. Take the kids for a memorable day out, watch the world go by from your family compartment. With the windows open you can listen to the engine…
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Countdown to RTM
The countdown is on until the 16th installment of Run the Maine this Friday. The popular community event celebrates health and wellbeing and raises valuable funds for Dhelkaya Health (Castlemaine Hospital). This year has seen record numbers, with close to 900 participants signing up for the three runs, compared to 706 the previous year and…
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Kyneton plans to be re-released
Plans for change to Kyneton’s urban areas have been re-shaped and will be released for another round of community consultation. Last week, Macedon Ranges Shire Council voted for further consultation on the draft Kyneton Urban Design Framework following strong interest in its future planning. The draft UDF, which establishes a future vision for Kyneton’s main…
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Deadline on EGMs
Macedon Ranges Shire Council has “signed the death warrant” of Kyneton Bowling Club, its members say. The club will not be permitted to operate electronic gaming machines from its current council-leased site beyond 2037. Last week, the council stipulated a lease renewal for the club required divestment of EGMs within 10 years of the new…
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Influx of quality bowlers
It’s early days yet, but Kyneton Bowling Club’s division 1 premiership prospects this season have just received a major boost with an influx of quality players. Not just one or two, but at least six who will probably walk in to Kyneton’s top side, sending shudders through last season’s pennant premiers Kyneton Golf and runner-up…
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The question of wood ash
Can I put wood ash from my fire in the compost? It’s a question we are often asked here at YIMBY. As with anything involving living systems, the answer is never an easy ‘yes’ or ‘no’. So, let’s have a little dive into ash and its potential uses. Ash is the non-combustible residue that is…
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Music and comedy stars step back in time
Australia’s music and comedy superstars have dazzled and enthralled huge audiences around the world … but now they are headed to a retro performance space in Lyonville to play a unique live show. Fewer than 40 people at a time will get into this remarkable venue and the shows will run for about 90 minutes.…
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Get Into Golf for Women
Women keen to try their hand at the sport of golf are invited to sign up for the ‘Get Into Golf for Women’ sessions to be held at Castlemaine Golf Club next month. You can expect to learn a few basics of golf, meet the members and enjoy some wine and refreshments. The sessions will…
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Exceeding all expectations
Trentham Golf Club’s new Women Get Into Golf Program is exceeding all expectations, with 44 participants. The program runs for six months for beginners to the sport, with fortnightly sessions run by PGA teaching professional Matthew Duncan. Trentham women’s vice-captain Lisa Caines and Janine Lord are coordinating the program. “Our club has a strong women’s…
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Jazz legend to visit
Calling all jazz lovers! One of the world’s most in demand jazz ensembles is set to visit Castlemaine’s own Theatre Royal next month. Featuring respected Australian multi-instrumentalist James Morrison, The James Morrison Quartet has taken the international music scene by storm. The band has performed at major festivals such as BBC Proms with superstar Dianne…