Latest News
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Celebration of diversity turned sour
Seasoned drag performer Miss Polly Filla has been the subject of online abuse, harassment and death threats after a video of their performance at a local high school was shared on Facebook. On Friday, one of our journalists attended Castlemaine Secondary College for the annual Wear It Purple Day celebrations and Story Time with Polly.…
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Burglary leaves builders reeling
A Kyneton building company has been dealt a devastating blow after thieves twice raided its factory, making off with up to $90,000 worth of tools. Impact Build managing director Luke Said said the theft had left the company’s team feeling “defeated”, with the stolen equipment including tools belonging to two employees. The company’s Regent Place…
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Discover your new career
Looking for a career change or new skills? Visit the Training and Skills Fair! Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting local job seekers, career changers, students and aspiring entrepreneurs to attend the free Training and Skills Fair on Wednesday September 2 at Castlemaine Town Hall. The event will bring together 35 organisations offering employment opportunities,…
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Sewer spills raise fresh concerns
Heavy rain has again triggered sewer overflows in Kyneton and Malmsbury, prompting renewed concern from residents about the impact on local waterways. The incidents last Wednesday followed similar spills from pump stations in the two towns just two weeks earlier. Edgecombe resident Graham Connell said sewerage from the Kyneton spills was flowing into the Campaspe…
Sport
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Agonising finish — Tigers bow out
Oh, so close. Kyneton senior footballers bowed out of the 2026 Riddell League finals in a desperate last term finish that saw Wallan snatch victory by three points on Sunday. The Tigers put themselves in a great position to advance to the preliminary final when they opened up a lead of 21 points with a…
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Hawks into grand final
Chasing four premierships in succession, Woodend-Hesket A-grade netballers reached the RDFNL grand final by defeating Riddell 55-41 in Saturday’s semi-final. The Ty Coppinger-coached Hawks had to work hard to overcome the Bombers, drawing away in the last quarter in the clash between these two keen rivals at Kyneton Showgrounds. With an array of quality young…
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Five championship wins to Kyneton
After the season’s end, Kyneton District Soccer Club secured five junior teams at the top of the ladder claiming them FV Greater Bendigo League Champions. This is the premier winning spot in soccer that shows a teams consistency in skill and game play over the whole season. KDSC president Ron Cole said the coaches and…
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Record score stuns ‘Dogs
Seemingly set to play in the Bendigo League’s 2026 qualifying final, Gisborne senior footballers were unceremoniously pushed into an elimination final due to reigning premier Eaglehawk kicking an astonishing all-time record league score on Saturday. The impending bad news for Gisborne players, officials and supporters at Gardiner Reserve became more apparent as progress scores began…
Community
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Neighbourhood House opens its doors
Woodend Neighbourhood House will open its doors to the community next Saturday, September 5, giving locals a chance to discover the wide range of activities, groups and programs on offer. The Spring Open House will run from 9am to noon alongside the Woodend Farmers Market. Visitors can meet tutors, activity coordinators, volunteers and staff, explore…
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Inspiration from a Storm star
“If I can resonate with a couple of kids, then that’s a job well done” Kyneton High School’s Vocational Major students got hands-on life skills training from NRL player Josh King last week. The students are undertaking an applied learning program that prepares them to move into apprenticeships, traineeships, further education or directly into the…
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Step behind the badge at Kyneton
Step behind the badge and discover the rich history and modern policing of the Macedon Ranges at Kyneton Police’s inaugural Emergency Services Community Open Day. Bring the whole family for a unique opportunity to tour the Kyneton Police Station and meet members from some of Victoria Police’s specialist units and their partners including Kyneton CFA,…
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Sign up for youth fashion parade
Are you a young person (under 18) who loves fashion and being creative? The Worn Again Youth Fashion Parade is back as part of the Worn Again Youth Festival. The festival is being run in partnership between The Good Op Shop and the Mount Alexander Shire Council. This year’s fashion parade has three themes to…
Leisure
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Cuban beat set to get Castlemaine dancing
Castlemaine is set to turn up the heat with Cuban music, Latin dancing and food at a new monthly event at the Goods Shed. The 11-piece Son Quba will bring its infectious Cuban rhythms to the venue beside Castlemaine Railway Station on the first Sunday of each month. The band has its roots in workshops…
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Electronic dance party fundraiser
The Castlemaine Fringe Festival and Ballarat’s Wild Otter Club have teamed up to deliver a Dance Party fundraiser for the Fringe on Saturday, September 5, at Boomtown Winery and Bistro. When two fun-loving, artistic towns collide, expect next-level creativity erupting through music, dance, fashion, art and vital community connections. This event is an exciting cross-cultural…
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Get ready for the Daffodil Dash
Lace up your runners and be part of an exciting new addition to the Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival. The Daffodil Dash Fun Run, proudly supported by Maple Physiotherapy and Embracia Aged Care, invites runners, walkers and families of all ages to enjoy the beauty of spring while getting active. Starting and finishing in the…
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Trading labours of love
Market day in Lancefield on Saturday offers locals and tourists alike the opportunity to source fresh produce, staples, pantry items, plants, pet treats and livestock feed all along the historic Centre Plantation of High Street. A whopping 85 local and regional producers will be in attendance trading their labours of love, direct to the community.…