Reporting on Maldon and surrounding central goldfields
New group for young people in Bendigo. A new project called Yo Bendigo will support young people aged 12-18 in the Bendigo region to build confidence, independence and a sense of belonging and connection through innovative programs after receiving Federal Government funding. Federal Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters met with Yo Bendigo on Wednesday 15…
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Previous Muckleford Tractor Pull. Photo courtesy Julie Hough. Previous Muckleford Tractor Pull. Photo courtesy Julie Hough. Vintage machinery lovers will gather at Dave Bennett Reserve Muckleford on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October for the Mount Alexander Vintage Engine Club’s annual Tractor Pull. The weekend brings together tractors of all classes, engines and enthusiasts for…
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Murray Luxford left presents Mervyn Walters with the 50 Years certificate. In 1943, with WWII in full swing, the Battle of the Bismarck Sea was fought and Oklahoma! premiered on Broadway. And on 12 October 1943, Castlemaine welcomed Wor. Bro. Mervyn Sidney Walters. Merv grew up on the family farm at Woodbrook. He attended Castlemaine…
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Maldon’s heritage: Preserving the past and managing change. Ever wondered how heritage and change work together in Maldon? The Maldon Heritage Network is hosting a presentation by Mount Alexander Shire Council, to discuss how planning helps balance preservation with progress. Hear from Council’s planning team about heritage overlays, design guidelines, and what to know before…
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Doug and Bob paused their tinkering briefly to tell the TT how much they enjoy the Hillclimb event. “It’s almost a picnic atmosphere,” according to motor enthusiast Bob, who loved the camaraderie of the Mount Tarrengower Historic Hillclimb on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October in Maldon. “It’s not terribly commercial,” Bob told the TT,…
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From left Peter Hyland and Ian Slattery. Today Ian Slattery and Nicole Chvastek will be talking to Peter Hylands about World Kangaroo Day and other matters of a wildlife nature. Last week Nancy and EC hosted the 592nd show with guest Bruce Clements, who is the acting Captain of the CFA in Maldon. It is…
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Maldon Memories by Malcolm Crick. In 1995 Des Farley suggested that the Maldon Neighbourhood Centre run a series of historical talks. Under the title ‘Early Days of Maldon’ some of the town’s senior citizens spoke about their early lives growing up in Maldon during the first half of the twentieth century. About 30 people attended…
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Rejuvenated table courtesy of the Maldon Men’s Shed from left: Barry Murfett, Andrew Robertson, Paul Metz, Shem Hamilton and Rob Gibb. The Athenaeum Library has three important events in the coming weeks: Children’s Book Sale, Saturday 25 October, from 9am to 1pm. There will be a bonanza of pre-loved books for all ages from toddlers…
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Board games in Baringhup. Join other board games enthusiasts at Baringhup Hall in the Supper Room on Saturday 18 October from 3pm. Entry by gold coin donation to cover venue hire, bring your favourite games and something to nibble and drink. Everyone welcome to join and have fun, please note that children must be accompanied…
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All aboard: Maldon Meal Train. A group of Maldon locals is firing up a ‘meal train’ to offer hot meals to people who need a feed and they are looking for volunteers to help it go full steam ahead. The Maldon Meal Train is an organised network of community members putting together a calendar and…
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