Reporting on Maldon and surrounding central goldfields
Cyanide workers at South German Mine, a part of the Maldon Historic Reserve. Photo courtesy…
Taradale Mineral Springs. Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting applications from groups and individuals who…
Members of the 2026 Applefest planning committee, Harcourt Progress Association, MASC Councillors and Member for…
Closing date for registration 4 March. Register now for the 2026 Maldon Town-Wide Garage Sale!…
Lifeguard Greg with Pool Committee members Lee Mead and Karen Dickson. (Not shown: committee member…
Photo courtesy: Sandy Scheltema. Apart from regular club racing over the weekend, Sunday at Cairn Curran Sailing Club had a different focus, with the club hosting the first of its Sunday ‘Sail Our Way’ sessions – a program designed to introduce women and girls to sailing. The session attracted 21 participants, supported by the club’s…
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Our Doggo of the Week – Possum. Friday, February 20, 2026. TT: Oh my gosh you are adorable, such a cutie, so sweet! Possum: Listen, I know you’re talking to me like I’m a baby because I am tiny and fluffy but I need you to know that’s just because I am a Bichon…
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Spot the spot. Do you recognise this spot? It’s located somewhere in Mount Alexander Shire but a little bit tucked away from the main thoroughfares. We’ll reveal the exact location in a future edition of the paper and if you are the first to correctly identify the spot we may find a little prize for…
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Tiger. Tiger is a 1-year-old (approx.) male Domestic Shorthair (DSH) with microchip #900 141 000 861 931. He’s a lovely, friendly, very affectionate boy who loves lots of people time—so much that getting a clear photo is tough. Tiger is easygoing with humans but can be a bit bossy with other cats. If you’re happy…
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Cotton. Cotton is a 12-week-old short-coated kitten in Bendigo, VIC, with microchip #956000018829929 and an adoption fee of $265. Strictly indoor-only, he was found abandoned at a recycle yard and has grown into a confident little “dare-devil” explorer full of energy. He loves his cat tunnel, climbing, and staying busy, and he’s been raised with…
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Ainsley. Ainsley is a sweet, gentle, slightly shy male kitten who blossoms in a calm, quiet home. He loves cuddles and will often seek out a warm lap, rewarding you with soft purrs and tender affection once he feels safe. Ainsley is a 3-month-old ginger tabby and white Domestic Shorthair with microchip #956000018388163. Adoption fee…
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Tarrangower Football. ‘Tarrangower’ is a name that is still widely used for Maldon and its surrounding district. It originates from the Dja Dja Wurrung name for Mount Tarrengower. This is clear from the journals of George August Robinson, Chief Protector of Aborigines, and the correspondence of his Assistant Protector, Edward Stone Parker. In March 1840…
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Plum Garden Spritz Hot days call for cool drinks and while the summer fruit season is waning, there are still some interesting and delicious ingredients to be found in the garden… or the bottom of the fridge. Plus, it’s satisfying to experiment with flavours, limited equipment and some ice. Fresh cool drinks don’t have to…
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Richard Weatherly in the studio. The following is a recent blog post by Geoff Park from ‘Natural Newstead: Observations of flora, fauna and landscape in central Victoria’. Text and photographs are printed courtesy of Geoff Park: geoffpark.wordpress.com. A brush with woodland birds As a featured event during Life with Birds, join iconic Australian artist, Richard…
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Wheel cactus. Photo Lee Mead. Botanical Name: Opuntia robusta Weed Classifications: Wheel Cactus is a declared noxious weed in Victoria, Regionally Controlled in the North Central Catchment area, including the Mount Alexander Shire. Wheel Cactus is also classified as a Weed of National Significance, because it poses a significant threat to agricultural industries and the…
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