Mount Alexander Shire Council

  • Celebrating all Australians

    Celebrating all Australians

    In most parts of Australia, January 26 is a divisive day, one where the divide between fundamental beliefs is more…

  • Castlemaine exhibition to honour much-loved Guildford Big Tree

    Castlemaine exhibition to honour much-loved Guildford Big Tree

    DJAARA, the Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation, is planning an exhibition at the Castlemaine Arts Museum in July to…

  • Newstead Live Music Festival program unveiled

    Newstead Live Music Festival program unveiled

    The countdown is on for Newstead Live Music Festival 2026 on January 23-26. Organisers were putting the finishing touches to…

  • ‘Mini tornado’ strikes

    ‘Mini tornado’ strikes

    Castlemaine State Emergency Service volunteers faced a demanding weekend of severe weather, responding to 10 requests for assistance. The impact…

  • Vital flood study wins funding

    Vital flood study wins funding

    With a flood-prone creek on one side and overland tributaries on the other, Campbells Creek residents are well-versed in major…

  • Find the perfect gift for someone special

    Find the perfect gift for someone special

    Get ready for a fabulous evening of art and creativity at the annual Castlemaine Twilight Market, Friday December 12. Wander…

  • Crossing creates division

    Crossing creates division

    Q. What do you get when you put a zebra on top of a wombat? A. A pedestrian crossing that…

  • Castlemaine takes Pride

    Castlemaine takes Pride

    The much-loved Castlemaine Pride Picnic is on again this Saturday November 8 at the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens. A flagship event…

  • Ballroom dancing with a twist!

    Ballroom dancing with a twist!

    ‘The Dance’ is a ballroom dancing event with a twist! Picture Strictly Ballroom meets Bridgerton. A night of classy ballroom…

  • Entries open for business awards

    Entries open for business awards

    Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting local businesses to share their story and nominate for the 2025 Mount Alexander Business…

  • Artwork to celebrate trailblazing women

    Artwork to celebrate trailblazing women

    A major public art commission by local artist Laura Woodward will celebrate the seven trailblazing women who established the Castlemaine…

  • Awards to celebrate business

    Awards to celebrate business

    Mount Alexander Shire Council is proud to launch the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards with nominations opening today! The awards…