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Chasing dreams at Castlemaine North PS
Students from Castlemaine North Primary School have created a heartwarming music video, celebrating curiosity, kindness, culture and community. Dion Brownfield, who manages local award-winning performers KIAN and Dallas Woods, works across the country making music videos, largely in rural Indigenous schools. Recently, his two young daughters, Bettie and Goldie, were fortunate to go out on…
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Hotel site to housing?
Could big changes soon be on the cards for the old Romsey Hotel site? A planning application was lodged last Monday for a 10-lot subdivision at the 90-94 Main Street address. The property also fronts 1 William Street and 94 Barry Street. Macedon Ranges Shire Council confirmed receipt of the application, which is currently being…
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GKU minor premiers
In the final game of the home and away season, Gisborne-Kyneton United proved why they are on top of the ladder, and strong contenders for this years EDFL div 2 premiership. The first quarter showed no complacency from the undefeated playing group, putting on an absolute masterclass kicking five goals one against the Lions, who…
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Cats, Bombers in finals wins
Riddell League qualifying and elimination finals in the 2025 women’s football competition were played on Saturday afternoon. Undefeated flag favourite Macedon Cats led throughout against Lancefield to win the qualifying final by 41 points, and the steadily improving Riddell was in control throughout and eliminated Mt Alexander Falcons by 33 points. The Chris Nolan-coached Cats…
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Car ploughs through living room, Kyneton woman escapes death
A woman has escaped death in her Kyneton home after standing up from her armchair moments before a car ploughed through her living room at 5pm last Friday. A 26-year-old male from Kyneton was driving down Sturt Street and failed to give way at an intersection when he crashed into a ute being driven by…
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Macedon Ranges councillor dies
Macedon Ranges Shire councillor, Christine Walker, died late last week. Fellow South Ward councillor and mayor, Dom Bonanno, said today the news had left him and many others in shock. “I have spoken with Christine’s husband Andrew and on behalf of the council, offered our deepest collective condolences and any support the family may need…
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Thompson to coach in BFNL
Nathan Thompson left Kyneton as a very talented teenage footballer. He played 179 AFL games and kicked 327 goals with Hawthorn and North Melbourne, mainly as a quality, high-marking forward. Last week Broadford Football Netball Club announced that Thompson (pictured) had signed up to be ‘club coach — senior football’ for the next two seasons…
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Contractors sought
An expansion of the Macedon Ranges Sports Precinct in New Gisborne is now out to tender, with designs progressed and contractors invited to submit their proposals. The $17 million second stage will double the current indoor and outdoor offerings across the 15-hectare site either side of Barringo Road and north of Hamilton Road. On the…
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Pool’s future murky
Reports of a ‘seizure’ of Castlemaine’s only indoor swimming pool by the Sheriff’s Office Victoria, filtered through to the Express last Thursday afternoon. Upon investigation, we found the doors of Castlemaine Fitness Centre closed and padlocked. The news of the closure certainly made a splash with both swimmers and gym-goers alike, who, having donned their…
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Select a favourite at the Castlemaine Farmers Market
This Sunday shoppers can enjoy selecting from their favourites at the Castlemaine Farmers Market monthly edition with about 70 producers in attendance. The market is conducted on the centrally located Western Reserve, just across the road from the Maxi IGA on Forest Street. Street parking is available and toilets are nearby at Victory Park and…
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Copy centre in new home
After proudly serving the community for more than 30 years, the Kyneton Copy Centre has found a new home at 67 Baynton Street, Kyneton. While the address may have changed, the heart of the business remains the same — dedicated service, quality printing and a deep commitment to community inclusion. For three decades, locals have…
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Trentham tops the list
Trentham has been crowned the 2025 Victoria Top Tourism Town in the Tiny Tourism Town category. Selected from a highly competitive field of outstanding towns, Trentham stood out for its charm, community spirit and visitor appeal. Set on the edge of the Wombat State Forest, Trentham is known for its goldrush-era streetscape, boutique stores, welcoming…