Health
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Hitting the open road
All of us have owned a ‘shitbox’ at one stage of our lives and have probably been grateful if it…
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Fun for a cause
For the second year running the family fun day event Race Ya will be held in Maldon supporting the Asthma…
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Men unite!
A fun and social evening for men covering topics including men’s health, nutrition, fitness and mental health will be held…
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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…
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Smashing the stigma
Two years ago Jacob Pearce was at a party and in a highly intoxicated state. In a moment that changed…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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‘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…
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Change the culture
Businesses in Mount Alexander Shire are encouraged to go orange for 16 days to show their support for gender equality….
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Push for defib
Momentum is building to get a defibrillator installed for after-hours public access in central Castlemaine. Bronwyn Grieve, community health nurse…
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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…