Squishy Minnie Bookstore
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Inspiring young storytellers
An inaugural young writers festival at Newstead this month will inspire the next generation of storytellers and illustrators. The brainchild of primary teacher Dean McLaren, the festival will harness the magic and whimsy of Enid Blyton by creating a Magic Faraway Tree with mushrooms, dioramas, secret surprises and sand writing for the smaller children. “There…
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Learn screenwriting from a pro
It’s lights, camera, action for a series of screenwriting workshops in Kyneton for teenagers.Drawing on his 20 years of experience in theatre, film and TV, Joshua Tyler will use dramatic writing techniques to help students harness the power of storytelling. In this hands-on, interactive, energetic and collaborative course, Joshua will engage students with individual and…
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Trade takes new shape
Trade is taking new shape for many innovative local businesses adapting to COVID-19 precautions. Drive-through options, online platforms and extra delivery services are helping locals adhere to spatial distancing and assuring the region is still open for business. Malmsbury Hotel owner Anda Gazzard said it was important for local businesses to adapt as needs and…