Tag: Mount Alexander Shire Council

Correcting anomalies

Mount Alexander Shire Council is aiming to correct errors and anomalies as it undertakes an amendment to its planning scheme. The council late last week...

New headache for Backyard Fest

A new shadow of doubt has been cast over planning for the debut Backyard Fest live music event proposed for Newstead Racecourse and Recreation...

Councillor raises curfew concern

A councillor has called for understanding and moderation as local cat owners adjust to living with Mount Alexander Shire Council's new cat curfew mandate. The...

Check off that Christmas list

Castlemaine traders will be open late again this Friday evening as part of two late night shopping nights that have been coordinated by Business...

Collaboration for change

Mount Alexander Shire residents plan to reframe and refocus their efforts to address climate change through the launch of an innovative new project –...

Creating a ‘safe space’ in Castlemaine

Suicide prevention and postvention group ELM (Every Life Matters) has received funding to create a new 'Safe Space' in Castlemaine to support community members...

Newstead calls for flashing lights

The Newstead community is lobbying Mount Alexander Shire Council in the hope of getting flashing safety lights installed to highlight the 40km/h zone near...

Portrait Prize 4 Respect

Locals are encouraged to get creative and submit a portrait for the 'Portrait Prize 4 Respect' community art event being held as part of...

New role to address housing challenge

A dedicated housing officer has been appointed by Mount Alexander Shire Council to address the issue of boosting affordable housing in the shire. Clare Richards...

Musos conference in the ‘maine

Much of the region's live music muscle will be headed to Castlemaine this month for a debut three-day music conference aimed at helping the...

Awards entries closing soon

Entries for the 2021 Mount Alexander Business Awards are closing soon and local businesses nominated for this year's awards are urged to get their...

Rubbish in focus

Mount Alexander Shire Council is investigating the introduction of tip passes and a potential kerbside hard rubbish collection. At last Tuesday's council meeting Cr Christine...

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