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Join Rotary Castlemaine this weekend as they celebrate their 37th annual art show ๐Ÿ–ผThe exhibition is on from Thursday 4...
03/06/2026

Join Rotary Castlemaine this weekend as they celebrate their 37th annual art show ๐Ÿ–ผ

The exhibition is on from Thursday 4 June to Monday 8 June at the Castlemaine Town Hall โ€“ the perfect way to spend the long weekend!

Learn more about the show and the gala opening at www.rotarycastlemaine.org.au/page/art-show

Council is proud to support the 2026 Rotary Art Show with an Event Grant.

The Castlemaine Jazz Festival is on this weekend! ๐ŸŽทThree days of big band, jazz, blues, soul, contemporary and lots more...
02/06/2026

The Castlemaine Jazz Festival is on this weekend! ๐ŸŽท

Three days of big band, jazz, blues, soul, contemporary and lots more across six iconic Castlemaine venues.

When: King's Birthday long weekend โ€“ Friday 5 to Sunday 7 June
Where: The Goods Shed, Maurocco Bar, Castlemaine Bowling Club, Northern Arts Hotel, Theatre Royal Castlemaine, Anglican Church.
Tickets: www.castlemainejazzfestival.com.au

Council is proud to support the Castlemaine Jazz Festival with an Event Grant ๐ŸŽบ

๐Ÿ Online community workshop this Thursday ๐Ÿ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป about the plants, animals and natural systems that keep our landscapes ...
02/06/2026

๐Ÿ Online community workshop this Thursday ๐Ÿ

๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป about the plants, animals and natural systems that keep our landscapes healthy and our community thriving. ๐—”๐˜€๐—ธ ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ and ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ our Biodiversity Strategy.

Thursday 4 June, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

Register at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/strong-nature-stronger-future/register-online-biodiversity-strategy-community-workshop

02/06/2026

The latest from Mayor Heydon โ€“ an invitation to have your say on our new Biodiversity Strategy, upcoming Councillor listening posts, and the Main Game, Castlemaine Jazz Festival and Castlemaine Rotary Art Show ๐Ÿซถ

MainFM Rotary Castlemaine Castlemaine Jazz Festival

History Matters returns to the Castlemaine ๐Ÿ“ฐThe exhibition will showcase extensive collections connected to our local ar...
01/06/2026

History Matters returns to the Castlemaine ๐Ÿ“ฐ

The exhibition will showcase extensive collections connected to our local area, ranging from historical artefacts and memorabilia to detailed digital and non-digital records.

The exhibition is on at the Castlemaine Market Building from Saturday 6 June to Sunday 21 June, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Free admission.

On Sunday we joined with DJAARA and our community to honour the Guildford Big Tree ๐ŸŒณThe ceremony was led by Dja Dja Wurr...
01/06/2026

On Sunday we joined with DJAARA and our community to honour the Guildford Big Tree ๐ŸŒณ

The ceremony was led by Dja Dja Wurrung Elder Uncle Rick Nelson and centred on the the return of a large section of the limb that fell from the tree in February 2024.

Crafted by local artisan Pete McCurley under Uncle Rick Nelsonโ€™s guidance, the Reconciliation Seat is intended as a place of gathering, healing and connection for both Aboriginal and nonโ€‘Aboriginal communities, positioned in the presence of this remarkable tree.

It was a beautiful day that also featured DJAARA Women dancers, music, craft activities and a community barbecue hosted by the men of the Bendigo Aboriginal Menโ€™s Shed โค๏ธ

Photography by Penny Ryan.

Meet Cr Phillip Walker at a listening post this week ๐Ÿ’ฌListening posts are a great way to ask questions, learn about loca...
31/05/2026

Meet Cr Phillip Walker at a listening post this week ๐Ÿ’ฌ

Listening posts are a great way to ask questions, learn about local government and tell us what matters to you.

Thursday 4 June
โ€ข The Heron, Chewton, 9.00am to 10.00am
โ€ข Taradale Metro Servo, 10.15am to 11.15am
โ€ข Elphinstone Post Office, 11.30am to 12.30pm

Find out what other listening posts are coming up at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/listening-posts

Join us along with DJAARA to honour the Guildford Big Tree๐ŸŒณDuring Reconciliation Week 2026 we come together to honour th...
28/05/2026

Join us along with DJAARA to honour the Guildford Big Tree๐ŸŒณ

During Reconciliation Week 2026 we come together to honour the ancient Guildford Biyal (Red Gum) at a free community event.

Believed to be between 500 and 1,000 years old, the Guildford Biyal is one of the largest river red gums in Victoria and is listed on the National Trustโ€™s Register of Significant Trees. Sacred to the Dja Dja Wurrung People, the tree stands as a marker of culturally significant places and an enduring link between the local community and the Traditional Owners of this land.

Guildford Biyal (Red gum) Honouring Day
When: 11.00am -2.00pm, Sunday 31 May
Where: 13 Fryers Street, Guildford

Read more www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Biyal-Honouring-Day-2026

๐Ÿ Drop-in session on this weekend ๐Ÿ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป about the plants, animals and natural systems that keep our landscapes healthy ...
28/05/2026

๐Ÿ Drop-in session on this weekend ๐Ÿ

๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป about the plants, animals and natural systems that keep our landscapes healthy and our community thriving. ๐—”๐˜€๐—ธ ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ and ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ our Biodiversity Strategy.

Maldon Bank Corner
Saturday 30 May, 9.00am to 11.00am

Find out more at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/strong-nature-stronger-future

28/05/2026

We had a wonderful National Reconciliation Week launch this week at the Castlemaine Market Building ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿ’›โค๏ธ

Following Sorry Day, National Reconciliation Week calls on all Australians to actively commit to reconciliation โ€“ recognising that meaningful change requires participation, learning and action from everyone ๐Ÿซถ

We commemorated the day with a Welcome to Country by Uncle Rick Nelson, the launch of Uncle Ron Murray's 'The Little Platypus Teaching', the Nalderun Awards, First Nations-made artworks and products for sale, and a delicious morning tea.

A big thank you to everyone involved and Uncle Ron Murray for his incredible performance.

Speaking Out โค๏ธ

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Cnr Lyttleton And Lloyd Streets
Castlemaine, VIC
3450

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