News
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War on fruit fly
Efforts to avert the threat of fruit fly before it impacts on local fruit and veg producers have been ramped…
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TRACK DEATH TRAP
Commuters are risking their lives to catch the train because of a move designed to reduce delays for morning peak…
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Workshop’s creative spark
A one-off women’s welding workshop in Romsey has sparked huge interest with 70 locals now on a waiting list to…
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Boxer pays it forward
Underneath David Cannon’s tattoos and behind his boxing gloves lies a real softie at heart. The Sunbury gym owner and…
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Rage at lives lost
Twelve empty chairs, 12 empty pairs of shoes. Stark symbols of the deaths of 12 asylum seekers held in detention…
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Living gently on the land
Environmental warriors Neil and Heather Barrett are well known for their active involvement in business and the community, but it’s…
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Crunch time: Barnes’ Castlemaine Rock ceases operation
After 165 years of operation, Castlemaine’s iconic Barnes’ Castlemaine Rock lolly manufacturing business has ceased production. Fifth-generation business owner and…
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Monks seek peace
Buddhist monks from Wat Mai Buddhavongs have found peace in Gisborne South’s countryside where they plan to spread their roots….
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Truckies let down
*Published Midland Express: July 24, 2017 Livestock carriers are driving home the need for shower and wash amenities to be…
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Curiosities of old Castlemaine
There’s the crib board crafted from the timber of a wrecked paddle steamer, the officious rubber stamp and elaborate holder…
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An extraordinary festival of ideas
The 2018 Bendigo Writers Festival is set to kick off on Thursday August 9 and run over three days, featuring…
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Locals join the ride
Castlemaine locals Greg Barkla and Bob Bent have teamed up to take part in the Black Dog Ride, a 10-day…