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 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
Announcing the winners of the 2026 Edgy Veg Awards Published on 15 May 2026 Returning to the to Mount Alexander Shire for the second fabulous year, 2026’s Edgy Veg Award winning scores are now in! Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Health & Wellbeing
Free workshops: Learn how to win government contracts Published on 15 May 2026 Council is inviting local business operators to a free afternoon of workshops designed to help build pitching skills and better understand how to win government grants and contracts. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities
Council funds 15 community groups through Event Grants program Published on 11 May 2026 The Ravens Theatre Company and Town Folk Festival are among 15 community groups to receive funding in the latest round of Council’s Event Grants program. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Events & Activities
Artists invited to apply for public art commission Published on 08 May 2026 Council is inviting artists to apply for a new public art commission as part of the Frederick Street and Mechanics Lane redevelopment in Castlemaine. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Improvement Works
Connect, create and celebrate at the Mount Alexander Seniors Festival Published on 15 September 2025 Council and Castlemaine Community House are inviting residents to come along and enjoy the 2025 Mount Alexander Seniors Festival! Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Business & Economy, Events & Activities, Health & Wellbeing
Have your say on the use of rural land in our shire Published on 05 September 2025 Council is developing a strategy to identify potential areas for rural activities, conservation and living as well as provide guidelines for managing and developing these lands. Tagged as: , News and updates, Business & Economy, Environment, Improvement Works
Castlemaine stars in new feature film – Latest updates! Published on 14 February 2025 Castlemaine hits the world stage, as filming takes place at the end of February for a feature film starring Liam Neeson. Get the latest updates including film locations and road closures. Tagged as: , News and updates, Arts & Culture, Business & Economy