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New store to deliver big savings

Just three months after the opening of Castlemaine's new Woolworths supermarket, the town is set to see the opening of another major retail outlet. Castlemaine's...

From steam to satellites

Steam trains once defined the Victorian Goldfields Railway, carrying miners and goods across central Victoria. Today, those same tracks are playing host to something...

Push for dine-in dogs

Should dogs be allowed in Australian cafes and restaurants? Riddells Creek resident, Kristy Gadsby, thinks it's a move that could boost business and foster bonds...

Riddell to double in size

A controversial development set to double the size of Riddells Creek has been approved by Victorian Government powers against local council and community wishes. The...

Reserve plan funded in good time

It didn't make the budget but now Macedon Ranges Shire Council has found unspent funds for a Riddells Creek Recreation Reserve master plan. Last week,...

Tighter leash on free dog walking

A group of dog owners are barking back at a proposal to shorten the off-leash Campaspe River Walk Track. Macedon Ranges Shire Council's review of...

Santa’s helpers fashion new bells

Billmans Foundry in Castlemaine has teamed up with a number of talented local tradespeople to craft a set of five new Christmas bells for...

Gisborne’s crime sees Telstra exit

The Telstra branch in Gisborne has permanently closed down after a spate of crime hit its store, meaning the town's residents will have to...

Riddells Creek to double in size

Macedon Ranges Shire Council has questioned the Victorian Government's approval of an Amess Road development, to double the size of Riddells Creek, with little...

Awards to celebrate business

Mount Alexander Shire Council is proud to launch the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards with nominations opening today! The awards spotlight innovation, resilience and impact...

Underground dance-off electric!

Hot Moves No Pressure is an invite-only, underground-style dance battle, where each performer can invite one guest only, making it the hottest ticket in...

Drainage problems stall street works

Romsey's Stawell Street upgrade planned for completion in June has hit a snag and is now expected to continue into September. Works began on May...

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