Looking for a career change or new skills? Published on 20 August 2026 Council is inviting local job seekers, career changers, students and aspiring entrepreneurs to attend the free Training and Skills Fair. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities
Council to introduce FOGO service, glass drop-off network Published on 19 August 2026 Councillors have approved major changes to household waste and recycling services, with a new Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) kerbside collection service and a dedicated glass recycling drop-off network to be introduced from July 2027. Tagged as: , News and updates
Community invited to contribute to Castlemaine’s Heritage Study Published on 17 August 2026 Help tell Castlemaine’s story by sharing memories, photographs and local knowledge as part of the Castlemaine Heritage Study. Tagged as: , News and updates
Council to develop Aquatic Facilities Strategy Published on 14 August 2026 Council is preparing to develop an Aquatic Facilities Strategy to guide the future of swimming and aquatic services across the shire. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Health & Wellbeing
Updated Events Grants program to strengthen community connection Published on 06 August 2026 The updated Events Grants Program will provide greater support for community activities and ensure funding is directed to initiatives that deliver the greatest benefit across the Shire. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Events & Activities
Mayor's Message – 6 August 2026 Published on 03 August 2026 Read a message from our Mayor, Cr Toby Heydon. Tagged as: , News and updates
New play space design project to start in Wesley Hill Published on 31 July 2026 Council has allocated $40,000 in its 2026/27 Budget to design a new play space in Wesley Hill, creating opportunities for local children and families to enjoy outdoor recreation closer to home. Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Improvement Works
Community groups invited to apply for Christmas Celebration Grants Published on 28 July 2026 Grants can be put towards outdoor decorations, community events, Santa visits, barbecues, music and other celebrations. Tagged as: , News and updates
Equipment Grants stream exciting addition to Community Grants program Published on 20 July 2026 We're excited to announce the addition of an Equipment Grants stream to the Community Grants program. Tagged as: , News and updates
Sculptures celebrate local women at Castlemaine Botanical Gardens Published on 20 July 2026 Castlemaine-based artist Laura Woodward has installed Wildflowers, a permanent public artwork celebrating seven women who helped shape the cultural life of the region. Tagged as: , News and updates