Castlemaine
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A rabble of sharehouse stories
A colourful collection of stories about the formative years spent living in sharehouses and how they shape our lives will be launched at The Taproom at Shedshaker Brewing Castlemaine this Thursday evening. Who stole my milk? A rabble of sharehouse stories is the brainchild of co-editors Castlemaine writer/broadcaster Suzanne Donisthorpe and art professor Jacqueline Millner.…
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Making change happen
Fresh from ‘Climate Action Week’ held at the University of Technology in Sydney, Castlemaine is about to get a dose of global action with a twist. FutuResilience Events is bringing two exciting workshops to town, strengthening sustainability action with the globally recognised Inner Development Goals Framework. First up, as part of the Women’s Climate Congress,…
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Four hours of magical music
Resonance String Orchestra is hosting a Big String Day on Saturday at Castlemaine Secondary College. The all-ages event will include music, team-building games, whole orchestra sessions and instrument-based tutorials. The tutorials will be led by Resonance co-artistic director Emma Wade, and Maryborough Education Performing Arts Coordinator Sarina Walter and co-artistic director Heather Cummins. Sam Goble,…
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Firecracker poems to feature
PoetiCas’s monthly poetry gatherings in Castlemaine have become a cherished part of the community since 2015. For Castlemaine Fringe, local identities will bring us their chosen poems for an afternoon of ‘Firecracker Poems’ at the Northern Arts Hotel this Saturday March 22. Who met Seamus Heaney in Ireland – and will she read one of…
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One final reunion
The committee of the Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association is hosting a final reunion for anyone associated with the School of Nursing during the years of 1950-1989. The Northern District School of Nursing opened at Bendigo in 1950 and was the only regional independent School of Nursing of its kind in the southern…
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The circus is coming to town
Circus Latino is a dynamic and exciting show that aims to thrill and captivate audiences of all ages. Featuring talented performers from South America and Australia, this show includes daring aerial acts, tricks performed with fire, hoops and a hilarious clown. Audience members may even become part of the show if they are confident to…
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United in solidarity
The Upstander event held at Castlemaine’s lot19 arts precinct on February 8 was a resounding success, bringing people together for an evening of solidarity in support of the freedon and safety of women. With more than 250 people in attendance, the event far exceeded expectations, both in engagement and fundraising, with an incredible $7333 raised…
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Castlemaine, Southwest USA
Liam Neeson was seen filming his new film The Mongoose in Castlemaine last Thursday and Friday, marking his third film made in Victoria in the past four years. Neeson plays the role of Ryan ‘Fang’ Flanagan, a war veteran who is running from the law for a crime he didn’t commit, and leads the police…
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Art comes to life
Japanese-Australian international artist Isabelle Kawai Vincent has made a celebrated return to Castlemaine’s lot19 arts space with a brand new exhibition of works. The exhibition, Girls, Goddesses and Greatness – A celebration of everything feminine, was launched on February 8 and runs until this Sunday February 23, and showcases Isabelle’s latest artwork created during her…
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Car chases, closures and film crews in Castlemaine
Liam Neeson is returning to Victoria to film his next action-thriller, The Mongoose, at locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria — including Castlemaine! The film crew is expected to arrive in Castlemaine on February 19 for three days of shooting. Castlemaine will double as a town Arkansas, USA, and the scenes being shot will involve…
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All aboard the Valentine Express
The Valentine Express is rolling into Castlemaine and Maldon this February 14. A carefully curated three-course dinner with views of the beautiful Victorian Goldfields countryside is an enchanting way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Share an intimate meal, toast to new memories and let the magic of the railway set the scene for an unforgettable evening.…
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Local talent to hone craft at VCASS
Two students from the Castlemaine region and one from Woodend have been selected to attend the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School in 2025. Muckleford’s Thea Sydes, Castlemaine’s Stella Carlon-Tozer and Woodend’s Claudia Campbell are thrilled to have won three of the 20 places to study a Theatre Arts specialism alongside their VCE subjects…