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  • Keeping watch on Mount Macedon

    Keeping watch on Mount Macedon

    A new fire observer cabin has been installed on top of Mount Macedon. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning…

  • Hot rod stalwarts honoured

    Hot rod stalwarts honoured

    Castlemaine hot rod stalwarts Larry and Mary O’Toole have been recognised with a special ‘Legends’ award by the Australian Street…

  • Running on high

    Running on high

    With COVID putting an indefinite halt on big running challenges that typically attract throngs of keen contestants, a group of…

  • Truck convoy returns!

    Truck convoy returns!

    In a tribute to the trucking industry of Australia and the people who have kept the wheels turning during an…

  • Newstead Arts Hub returns

    Newstead Arts Hub returns

    The Newstead Arts Hub is re-emerging from lockdown with a new look, a very special exhibition and a relaunch celebration…

  • Global project heads to Castlemaine

    Global project heads to Castlemaine

    Renowned French street artist JR is preparing to make his mark on Castlemaine, inviting Mount Alexander Shire residents to participate…

  • Budget win for Kyneton High

    Budget win for Kyneton High

    Kyneton High School will receive a $10.991 million upgrade as one of Macedon Ranges’ big winners in the Victorian Budget…

  • Spreading joy through jazz

    Spreading joy through jazz

    A former Castlemaine girl now based in the US is preparing to launch an uplifting new jazz album recorded during…

  • SOCIAL HOUSING ROLLOUT

    SOCIAL HOUSING ROLLOUT

    Macedon Ranges Shire has been identified as one of 21 priority areas across Victoria in a plan to increase the…

  • High-speed crash at Carlsruhe

    High-speed crash at Carlsruhe

    A Woodend man had to be cut from his vehicle following a high-speed crash at Carlsruhe on Saturday. Emergency services…

  • Riding out of lockdown

    Riding out of lockdown

    By Penny Gilbert CycleSafe Mount Alexander is excited to be rolling out a series of bike rides to help our…

  • Intricate illustrations

    Intricate illustrations

    Imagine setting off from your home in Castlemaine to wander among forests and castles in France, carrying your camera, lenses…