Sports
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United comes out firing
United came out of the blocks firing against a developing Kangaroos outfit over the weekend. The first half saw GKU dominate, holding Sunbury scoreless. Six different players hit the scoreboard from United, with Emma Williams leading the charge and finishing with a solid three goals for the day. The usual suspects were in fine form,…
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Magpies triumph over Roos
The Castlemaine Magpies were thrilled to get back on the winners’ list as they defeated Kangaroo Flat in round 10 action last Saturday at the Camp Reserve. The Magpie Seniors put in a solid performance against the Roos, storming home in the final quarter before an enthusiastic home crowd. Flat were on top early with…
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Clubhouse taking shape
Making progress: This photo taken at Gisborne Golf Club last week shows what is happening with the re-build of the clubhouse, which was destroyed by fire on April 17 last year. The crane is onsite, frames are going up and the steel is going in. Exciting times ahead. The new clubhouse design aims to integrate…
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Bourke boasts winner at Echuca
Kyneton owner-trainer Edmund Bourke broke through for a winner when Savvie Blanc won at Echuca on Sunday. Raced by Bourke and his wife Mary, the five-year-old was having his third race start, having run second at the same track on June 3. Breeding and racing gallopers has been a Bourke hobby for the past decade,…
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Henderson new coach for 2026
Castlemaine Football Netball Club has announced the appointment of Bailey Henderson as senior coach for season 2026. CFNC president Caleb Kuhle said Bailey stepping up from his role of Under 18s coach was very exciting for the club and the group. “Bailey began his coaching career with leading our Under 18s to finals for the…
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Netball, and footy for Mady
Riddell teenager Mady Brown has found a way to combine her undoubted netball skills with football this season, and juggling the two sports is a challenge she is enjoying. A home-grown Riddell product, Mady is a swift-moving mid-courter who often features among the Bombers’ A-grade netball best players. So why tackle football? And which is…
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Magpies fall to determined Bulldogs
The Castlemaine Magpies made the trek to Wade Street to tackle Golden Square last Saturday in round nine action. The Magpie Seniors were determined to get back on the winners’ list against the battling Bulldogs side. Castlemaine wasted no time peppering the goals and were finally rewarded with a goal to Brodie Byrne. Minutes later…
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GKU three clear on top of ladder
Gisborne-Kyneton United played in another hard hitting clash between the two top sides on Saturday. Both teams were evenly matched throughout the game, with Taylors Lakes taking a one-goal lead in the middle of the second quarter, GKU’s backline getting a serious workout with Lenius, Mitchell and Murphy all stepping up to stop Taylors Lakes…
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New courts envy of all
Two new state-of-the-art netball courts were opened at Woodend on Saturday. And there was sustained applause from the large gathering at the opening ceremony when it was announced one court would be known as the ‘Kellie Duff Court’. Described as the person who has been the driving force behind the $1.39 million project, Kellie Duff…
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Late rally crucial
With plenty at stake, Kyneton senior footballers rallied in the last quarter on Saturday to defeat Romsey by 18 points. The clash at the Showgrounds after the King’s Birthday weekend holiday was important to both sides as far as securing a favourable ladder position entering the finals. It’s a Final Six this season, and Kyneton…
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A 300 milestone
Jesse Sheppard has become the first footballer to reach the 300 games mark for Woodend-Hesket Football Club. His extraordinary leadership, on-field talent and dedication to be a ‘one club’ player was strongly acknowledged by the WFNC on Saturday. The fine utility player captained the Hawks and was there for an extended period when regular success…
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GKU claims hard-fought win
In chilly conditions under lights on Saturday evening, Gisborne-Kyneton United claimed a hard-fought win over the Sunbury Lions in their annual Pride Cup match. The contest, a key feature of Pride Round, was played in good spirits and celebrated diversity and inclusion in community football. The Lions brought hard, physical football to the contest, but…