Running since 1976 and with a reputation as one of the nation’s most successful festivals, the biennial Castlemaine State Festival is entering voluntary administration.
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Mooloort Plains chicken farm. Central Goldfields Shire Council unanimously voted against a proposed Baringhup broiler farm at its council meeting of Wednesday 28 May. In their comments to the meeting, Councillors indicated that the submissions and petitions that they received from the community featured in their considerations. The CGSC’s Coordinator of Statutory Planning’s report recommended…
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Weather challenges for road crews
Mount Alexander Shire Council says recent rain may help road crews progress after dry conditions hindered grading and maintenance work. Mount Alexander Shire Council (MASC) is alerting the community to the difficulties that dry weather has caused for road maintenance during the first half of 2025. The Council said on 4 June (prior to the…
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Council Community Grants program opens
The next round of Mount Alexander Community Grants opens next Monday 14 July and closes on Monday 4 August, aiming to support innovative community projects that align with the Council’s strategic objectives. Information sessions will take place to provide more information: Council Grants officers will answer questions and provide one-on-one guidance about your application and…
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