Reporting on Maldon and surrounding central goldfields
From left: TDA members Lyn Rogers, Pamela Oakley, Brenda Shingles and Philippa Calwell. In front, Sandra Slatter CM, President and founder of Dementia Alliance. Last week, Tarrangower Dementia Alliance (TDA) was invited by a local Dementia Alliance group to visit their nature-based respite centre for dementia care, ‘Reflections at Eppalock’. On a wet cold Friday…
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Legacy chairman Denis Cox presenting the Certificate of Appreciation to Former Legatee John Purcell. Maldon resident, member of Maldon RSL, and former member and Chairman of Castlemaine Group of Bendigo Legacy, which services Mt Alexander shire, John Purcell was surprised to receive a Certificate of appreciation for his service to Legacy at the recent meeting…
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Logan enjoying the start of spring. Photo Rob Leeson. The scent of blooms and blossoms — coupled with longer, warmer, sunnier days — signals the start of spring and for many, a change in mood. It’s as though nature is awakening after a winter snooze; spring represents growth, change and optimism. It might be because…
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Member for Bendigo West The Hon Maree Edwards MP with City of Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Andrea Metcalf and CEO Andrew Cooney. Bike riders will be interested to know that work is underway to build a shared pathway to link some of Bendigo’s best attractions including Lake Weeroona, the Golden Dragon Museum, Central Deborah Gold…
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U3A Castlemaine calls for 2026 classes. Following on from a successful U3A year in 2025, U3A Castlemaine is now preparing for 2026, including a call for applications to lead/present classes. “We are seeking enquiries from non-members from the community interested in leading a U3A class for 2026,” said Class Coordinator Soph Howard. “If you have…
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Mayor Rosie Annear welcomes new Australian citizens Venkata, Yongle, Aimee and Kristin. Did you know that Mount Alexander Shire Council (MASC) holds Citizenship Ceremonies throughout the year on behalf of the Minister for Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs? One took place on Friday 5 September and the TT went along to observe this significant and moving…
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Place setting at the 2023 Mount Alexander Business Awards. Mount Alexander Shire Council is inviting local businesses to share their story and nominate for the 2025 Mount Alexander Business Awards. The awards celebrate the people and enterprises that drive positive change in our local economy – through innovation, care, sustainability and community connection. The 2025…
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Princess Nancy in the studio. Today will bring Trudi from Maldon’s Polly and Willow to talk about kids’ clothes with Loz and Stevo. And then – can we stop him? Stevo will interview himself and regale you with stories from his recent safari to Egypt and other places. Last Friday EC and Nancy battled on…
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Photo of Maldon Bakery owner Rebecca Barnett by Tiffany Warner Photography. Breaking in News we Already Knew: Maldon Bakery makes and sells some of the most delicious pies, pasties and sausage rolls in Australia. The difference is that a prestigious competition at the Fine Food Australia event in Sydney, involving over 1,500 entries and 200…
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Misty is our Doggo of the Week. 5 September, 2025. TT: Thanks for minding my car, Misty. Misty: I wasn’t. My people are in the shop just there. TT: Perfect chance for a chat, if you don’t mind? Misty: I have a world of experience to chat about, I’m 12 years old and I’ve been…
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