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Turning trash into treasure

Romsey residents now have a new way to recycle unwanted items and an alternative to buying new, thanks to funding from the state government's...

Student’s close call

Emergency services were called to Castlemaine Secondary College on Friday morning when a young boy's hand became lodged in wire fencing. It is believed the...

Drone technology soaring to new heights

As drones become a common sight in our skies, their impact on our local communities grows increasingly significant. From enhancing efficiency and accuracy of...

Your thoughts on CCTV?

Mount Alexander Shire Council is asking the community to provide input on the use of CCTV across the shire. Community feedback, in addition to the...

Uncomfortable conversations in Maldon

The theme of the TEDx talks being held in Maldon this August is 'Uncomfortable Conversations' – showcasing talks that prompt conversations that threaten to...

Vereker in Sydney Super Night this weekend

Kyneton’s Brad Vereker made his Tyrepower V8 SuperUtes debut at Darwin last month and now looks to Round 3: Panasonic Sydney SuperNight this weekend. The...

MIFF returns to the Royal

Melbourne International Film Festival is returning for another year with screenings at Theatre Royal Castlemaine as part of its annual regional showcase this August. The...

Urban Riddell fear

Macedon Ranges Shire Council stands by its decision to reject an Amess Road development anticipated to urbanise and double the size of Riddells Creek. The...

A simple test could save your life

John Boomsma, an adventurous and active man, was diagnosed with an advanced and aggressive form of prostate cancer at the age of 60. Two...

A warning for buyers

Plans have been refused for a house on farmland in Bolinda and comes with a warning for prospective property buyers. Applicants sought to build a...

Changes for wireless network

The National Broadband Network is set to strengthen with residents and small businesses in the Macedon Ranges able to access superfast broadband speeds following...

McKenzie Hill targeted by thieves

Police are investigating the theft of cars from a home in Castlemaine early last Thursday morning. At 12.45am, thieves entered the residence in McKenzie Hill,...

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