Hitting the open road
All of us have owned a 'shitbox' at one stage of our lives and have probably been grateful if it simply got us from...
Fun for a cause
For the second year running the family fun day event Race Ya will be held in Maldon supporting the Asthma Foundation in memory of...
Men unite!
A fun and social evening for men covering topics including men's health, nutrition, fitness and mental health will be held next week in Kyneton.
Hosted...
Getting the message across
An inspirational and thought-provoking address by renowned mental health advocate Wayne Schwass took place in Woodend's Buffalo Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Schwass, a former champion...
Smashing the stigma
Two years ago Jacob Pearce was at a party and in a highly intoxicated state.
In a moment that changed his life forever, he fell...
Respect our cyclists: road aggro alarm
Castlemaine health professionals, parents and cyclists are calling for more care and respect on our roads following recent incidents of motorist aggression towards local...
Don KR evacuated: Hazardous gas leak
About 250 workers at Castlemaine's Don KR factory had to be evacuated from the factory late last Thursday night following a hazardous ammonia gas...
Residents petition for water change
A petition calling for Coliban Water to stop its chlorination trial, which began in October, has so far attracted a total of 204 signatures.
Lead...
‘Knocks on the factory door’ – Organics company opens first concept store
One of the first companies to bring natural and organic alternatives to the Australian market is based right here in Riddells Creek and has...
Change the culture
Businesses in Mount Alexander Shire are encouraged to go orange for 16 days to show their support for gender equality.
The #respect campaign led by...
Push for defib
Momentum is building to get a defibrillator installed for after-hours public access in central Castlemaine.
Bronwyn Grieve, community health nurse at Castlemaine District Community Health,...
Kyneton Men’s Shed opens its doors
The new Kyneton Men's Shed officially opened its doors last week.
The purpose-built facility, complete with a workshop, is a meeting place where men young...
