Castlemaine
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Salvage project finds hidden photo gem
Eve Lamb Salvage yard operator Karl Haass of Glenluce has been in the business of dismantling old houses for 40 years. But Karl does not use a wrecking ball. Instead he painstakingly dismantles yesteryear abodes and salvages the resulting beautiful, precious and often rare materials and fixtures, ensuring they do not go to waste but…
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Artists deliver new course
Eve Lamb Established Castlemaine artists Zoe Amor and Helen Kelly know what it’s like to turn a personal passion into a professional practice. Unfortunately, for many talented artists, it’s not always something that comes about easily – or ever. But now the two accomplished practitioners are teaming together to deliver a new course aimed at…
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Our organics are not ‘waste’
Transitioning to a localised economy is both pressing and exciting. As we learn of recycling industries in crisis, rising fuel prices and unaffordable lettuce, the YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) members scratch their collective heads, especially when it comes to removing food organics from landfill and increasing local food growing capacity. YIMBY composters are…
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One more chorus
Eve Lamb If you love singing … then the community choir that’s about to be piloted in Castlemaine – starting tomorrow evening – may be for you. The One More Chorus community choir is the brainchild of talented sister singers, Elsie and Maggie Rigby, who are well known to many as Melbourne folk icons, The…
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Chicks in Sticks co-founder named award finalist
Eve Lamb A love of the land and of landcare has seen former Castlemaine Secondary College student Tess Grieves named among the finalists for this year’s national Steadfast Young Landcare Leadership Award. Helping to organise the annual Chicks in the Sticks rural women’s event, which she co-founded 10 years ago, is just one of the…
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Litter disgusts Rod
Eve LambCastlemaine’s Rod Hadfield is not impressed with what’s been appearing in his patch lately. The well-known local hot rod collector and enthusiast says he’s disgusted by the amount of litter he’s noticed discarded along the Pyrenees Highway at Chewton – a main entry to Castlemaine – over recent weeks. “Where is the pride in…
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Bust of the late Felix Cappy unveiled
Lisa Dennis A huge crowd gathered at the Castlemaine Town Hall on Sunday to witness the unveiling of a bronze bust to celebrate the life and achievements of the late Felix Cappy OAM. Felix was born and bred in Castlemaine and devoted his life to community service, charitable work and preserving the town’s history. Felix…
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Resilience group tackles emissions
Eve Lamb A survey conducted by Castlemaine’s West End Resilience group indicates a high level of enthusiasm for community-based energy solutions towards reducing carbon emissions. Members of the home-grown energy group say they’re are now looking into sustainable energy solutions that are accessible for all West Enders including tenants, home-owners and businesses, and also community…
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World-class grown up rock
Joeys Coop are currently touring the east coast states to promote their recently release sophomore album Lachlan Valley Dirt. Friday July 1 sees the Coop hit the Taproom @ Shedshaker Brewing in Castlemaine from 7.30pm. Joeys Coop are seasoned performers at the height of their game and put on a dynamic and engaging show. Craig Regan…
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Victim of scam praises local bank
Castlemaine resident Glenn Sutherland has warned locals to be wary of phone scams after thousands of dollars were stolen from his Commonwealth Bank Australia account. He has praised the Castlemaine CBA’s quick response for enabling his funds to be recovered. A result that Glenn has been told is rare. The local man was contacted earlier…
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Local inspiration
The latest exhibition as Castlemaine’s newest arts space, Artpuff at The Mill, was unveiled last Friday evening. Puffpaper II features the works of Ginny Grayson, Debra Patterson and Kynan Sutherland. All on paper, all drawing on subjects close to home. Ginny Grayson has exhibited nationally and internationally, was awarded the 2008 Dobell Prize for Drawing, and…
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Poles add spring to walkers’ steps
Eve Lamb The weather may be making many feel Nordic lately, but for an increasing number of local souls that’s a good thing. In fact Nordic pole walking seems to really have hit its stride in both Castlemaine and Maldon with many keen locals picking up the poles and joining the warming weekly walking program…