We are transitioning to a new Planning Application platform. As a result, the existing My Mount Alexander system will be unavailable from 5.00pm Thursday 12 November. Our new planning application platform will be available from 9.00am Monday 16 November. We apologise for the inconvenience.
The Maldon Transfer Station has limited hours and services. It will reopen for green waste only on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 9.00am-11.00am until 15 November. The Castlemaine Transfer Station will continue to operate as normal. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Published on 22 July 2025
Handpicked is an ethical floristry run by local florist Ali and located at The Mill in Castlemaine.
“Unfortunately the floral industry is a big polluter,” said Ali.
“I created Handpicked as an alternative for people who want to shop ethically.”
Some of Ali’s sustainable floristry practices include avoiding single-use plastics, working with Australian-grown flowers, using compostable wrappings, composting green waste, working with local farmers and educating customers.
We recently asked local businesses what they’re doing to take action against climate change. They told us stories about composting, collecting pre-loved clothing, building biodiversity and lots more!
In July, we’re sharing these stories with you, with the aim to inspire and learn from each other.
Meet the climate change-makers in business at www.shape.mountalexander.vic.gov.au.