Leisure
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A pud fit for the Chrissy table
Castlemaine’s queen of Christmas puddings, Karen Kelly of Pud for All Seasons, has once again partnered with Amazon Australia to create a unique limited-edition batch of Chrissy puddings. This year the local small-batch pudding whiz has teamed up with award-winning pastry chef, TV personality and self-titled ‘pastry rebel’, Anna Polyviou, to transform the beloved Christmas…
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Blues ensemble heads to Castlemaine
Amid the doom and gloom of music festivals folding, the Blues Guitar Roadshow has been a ray of hope with full houses and rave reviews. The ensemble spectacular is coming to Castlemaine for the first time on Saturday November 23. Described as “the thrill of a music festival in two and half hours”, the Blues…
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Trentham Show and Shine
Following on from last year’s successful event, the Trentham Cool Country Classics Car Club will again be hosting its annual Show and Shine for 2024 at the historic Trentham Railway Station on Sunday November 17. The club has a significant number of enthusiastic members from across the Macedon Ranges and beyond and includes historic vehicles…
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The Italian Devil returns to Woodend
Renowned Italian violinist Davide Monti, who’s virtuoso skills were paid tribute to in the Tall Poppies award-winning recording, The Italian Devil, is set to captivate audiences with his extraordinary talent, as he returns to Woodend for one incredible performance on Saturday November 23. Davide Monti, a master of baroque violin, will be joined by the…
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Talent to converge for Town Folk
With just four sleeps to go until Town Folk Festival 2024, Castlemaine’s beloved single-day contemporary folk music festival has announced playing times across its three stages and a few additions to the lineup of local and international talent visiting Djaara Country this Saturday. Joining the likes of A. Savage (US), Marlon Williams (NZ), The Teskey…
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Silvers Circus homeward bound
On the last leg of the 2024 tour, Silvers Circus is heading back to its home base in Gisborne. The final stand will be in Gisborne on the corner of Station Road and Webb Crescent. Opening night is on November 15 with shows until the 24th. Few people may realise they have Australia’s largest touring…
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Simply the best at Budburst
Discover the cool wines and warm hearts of the Macedon Ranges winemakers at Budburst, the much-anticipated annual wine festival, returning over the weekend of November 16 – 17. Budburst offers a unique, once-a-year opportunity to venture behind the vines and meet the passionate family-owned and small-batch winemakers of mainland Australia’s coolest wine region. Over two…
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The wonders of nature
Spring is in the air. The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining and the scent of roses is everywhere. Yes, it is time to be out and about, enjoying the wonders of nature, the beauty of garden, the delights of art and good food; all available at the Mica Grange Open Garden Sculpture Exhibition.…
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Diverse landscapes
Spirit of the Highlands is an exhibition by local artists Nadia Kliendanze and Pam Gleeson on now at The Old Auction House in Kyneton. The two artists present two starkly contrasting perspectives of the diverse landscapes of Victoria’s Central Highlands. From the rugged majesty of the Macedon Ranges to sprawling tranquil farmlands, through cloud-shrouded winters…
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Mandolin Memories
Since it first formed in 1967 the Melbourne Mandolin Orchestra has performed hundreds of concerts in Melbourne, in regional Victoria including many concerts in Bendigo and Castlemaine as well as performances at several Castlemaine State Festivals, and interstate. It has also toured overseas on several occasions performing concerts in Japan and Europe and has recorded…
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Something Lost, Something Found
Something Lost, Something Found is a solo retrospective exhibition of artworks by Maxine McKee. The title of this exhibition sets up the framework for this body of work as it tells a personal story that begins with questions around abandonment, grief and neglect, and ends with works that have presented celebrative answers for the artist…
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Prestigious pianist to perform
Breathtaking Canadian pianist Kevin Chen will grace the stage at the Phee Broadway Theatre in Castlemaine for a remarkable performance on Thursday November 14. Presented by Castlemaine State Festival in partnership with Live At Yours, this performance offers an opportunity for audience members to witness one of the most exciting talents in classical music today.…