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Bombers back from the brink
What a grand final! Favourite Riddell looked to have the 2025 senior football premiership almost sewn up after a dominating first term on Saturday … and then things changed. Macedon regrouped and took control of general play for long periods to actually lead by three goals early in the last quarter, with a huge upset…
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Three in a row for Hawks
There was plenty of hype and speculation about what may happen on Saturday in the Riddell League’s A-grade netball grand final with powerhouse Woodend-Hesket chasing three premierships in succession. Obvious title challenger Riddell had heaps of incentive, but as the end-of-season match progressed it became clear the Bombers were going to be struggling to match…
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Saints claim premiership glory
The Trentham Saints have claimed the 2025 Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League premiership cup after a gutsy performance against the powerhouse Carisbrook Redbacks at the Carisbrook Recreation Reserve. The Saints were out for redemption after last year’s disappointing grand final loss at the hands of Natte Bealiba and certainly did not fail their loyal…
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Old school site to open doors
There’s a chance to view the revamped Old Kyneton Primary School during a special Community Open Day. The site will be open to visitors on Sunday, September 14, as part of the final day of festivities for the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival. “The festival is a highlight of our annual calendar, and it provides…
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Insect Expo brings giant blowflies
The National Insect Expo is fast approaching and this year’s event promises some rather unusual visitors that will meet and greet the public. Giant blowfly characters along with their juvenile maggots will be there performing a wonderful puppetry presentation highlighting the important role that flies play in the breakdown and recycling of nutrients back to…
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Vince Jones returns to Castlemaine!
After a sold-out performance for Castlemaine Jazz Festival last year, the Theatre Royal is excited to welcome back a true icon of Australian jazz – Vince Jones – this Sunday September 14. Nicknamed Australia’s national treasure, multi ARIA-awarded Vince Jones – vocalist, trumpeter and songwriter – is one of the most beloved iconic voices in…
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Entries open for business awards
Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting local businesses to share their story and nominate for the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards. The awards celebrate the people and enterprises that drive positive change in our local economy – through innovation, care, sustainability and community connection. The 2025 award categories include: – Outstanding Workplace – Sustainability Hero…
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Trentham on top
Trentham has been officially named Australia’s Top Tiny Tourism Town at the Australian Top Tourism Town Awards. The Hepburn town claimed the title up against some formidable competition, including Robe (SA), Kalbarri (WA), Huskisson (NSW), Stanley (Tas) and Town of 1770 (Qld). This national award comes after winning the 2025 Victoria Top Tourism Town in…
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Measuring our compost ingredients
When we first learn to cook, a recipe is our lifeboat, and we follow it to the letter. As we begin to trust our intuition, we need the recipe less and less, substituting an ingredient here, estimating a measure there, cooking more by feel than by the absolutes of cups or grams. Even when we…
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Malmsbury mayhem
Jenny Denton Three men charged over riots at the Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre in October 2023 were arraigned in the County Court on Thursday and pleaded guilty to a slew of charges relating to the violent and chaotic events. Isaac Hindmarsh, 20, Michael Hailu, 20, and Malith Arou, 21 were among five of 13 co-accused…
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New store to deliver big savings
Just three months after the opening of Castlemaine’s new Woolworths supermarket, the town is set to see the opening of another major retail outlet. Castlemaine’s new Reject Shop will open its doors this Thursday morning, September 11. Local residents have been keenly watching the development of the new store at 112-116 Barker Street in recent…
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Barry’s bus fulfills final wish
Barry Lacey was one of those indescribably special people who leaves a mark on you. In the last few months of his life, Barry gave one last gift to those left behind – a transport bus for the aged care residents at Dhelkaya Health. Barry and his wife, Jenny, relocated from Melbourne to Newstead in…