Published on 30 May 2023
We’ve partnered with Central Goldfields Shire Council and community group Castlemaine-Maryborough Rail Trail Inc. to determine the feasibility of a shared trail between Castlemaine and Maryborough.
The proposed trail is 55km and passes through the communities of Campbells Creek, Guildford, Newstead, Moolort and Carisbrook.
A survey is now open to the community, which aims to evaluate the business case for the trail, and to provide recommendations about the trail alignment, design and management. It will also gather information about community attitudes and expectations.
The survey will be open until Friday 23 June and can be accessed at www.surveymonkey.com/r/cmrailtrail.
Find out more about the project at www.cmrailtrail.org.au.
Have you seen the stunning new public artwork outside the supermarket and bakery in Newstead?
It features a range of designs sandblasted in stone discs, and represents the area’s flora and fauna, First Nations People, art and culture, community, and history.
Artists Uncle Rick Nelson, Roger McKindley, Julie Patey, Carol Porter, Chrisanne Blennerhassett and Bob Clutterbuck are to thank for their original and inspiring designs.
Stop by the corner of Lyons and Panmure Streets in Newstead and take a look at the new artwork.
This project is a collaboration between Council and the Newstead community, and is a great example of the good things that can happen when Council and the community work together.
Find out what other projects you can get involved in at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au.
Did you know there’s a cat curfew in place in Mount Alexander Shire?
This means that cat owners are required by law to keep their cat confined to their property from sunset to sunrise.
We know our community love their pets. The curfew will help to reduce the risks associated with allowing cats to roam outdoors, including reducing the chance of them breeding, fighting, becoming injured or killing wildlife.
Find out more at www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au and search for: Responsible pet ownership.
Maternal and Child Health Nurse – Team Leader – part time Regional Assessment Coordinator – part time Apprentice Gardener – Full time Customer Service Officer – Two Positions – part time Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 5 June
Creative Industries Officer – part time Financial Accountant – full time Building Surveyor – full time Applications close at 9.00am on Monday 12 June
Find out more at our 'current vacancies' page.
The next Council meeting is at 6.30pm on Tuesday 20 June.
To raise a question, write to Council’s Governance Team, PO Box 185, Castlemaine 3450 or email governance@mountalexander.vic.gov.au before 12.00pm on the day of the meeting.
Watch the livestream on YouTube – search Mount Alexander Shire Council.