Mount Alexander Shire Council in Castlemaine, Victoria | Public & government service

Mount Alexander Shire Council

Locality: Castlemaine, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5471 1700

Address: Cnr Lyttleton and Lloyd Streets 3450 Castlemaine, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au

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22.01.2022 We’re pleased to announce our latest round of events grants, which will support ten events to be held in the first half of next year. There’s something for everyone, with events covering music, health, sport, family, art and historical heritage. Congratulations to the following grant recipients: - SteamPacket 11 - Steam Driven Journey ... Through The Blues 2021 - Castlemaine Gift - Taradale Mineral Springs Festival - Newstead Platform Pieces - Castlemaine Fringe Festival 2021 - Castlemaine State Festival 2021 - Castlemaine Auto Model Show Post Covid Special - 25th Annual Vintage Engine Rally - The MAIN Game 2021 - Harcourt Applefest 2021. We are so excited to see events back on the calendar! We’ll work closely with event organisers to guide them through COVID-19 restrictions as they evolve. These events offer fantastic rebound opportunities after the extended period of upheaval, uncertainty and isolation of 2020. Read more here: bit.ly/MtAlexEvents (Image: Participants in the MAINfm annual footy fundraiser, the MAINfm Kick Off in 2019. Photographer: Penny Ryan).

21.01.2022 How do you use Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve? What are your favourite features? What are your ideas for improvement? Share your feedback with us and help inform the development of a master plan for the site. Come along to a COVIDSafe drop-in information session on Wednesday 9 December from 3.30pm to 5.30pm at the reserve. ... Find out more, and complete the online survey here: bit.ly/MtAlexYourSayCC

21.01.2022 To celebrate NAIDOC Week, we have teamed up with Indigenous elder Aunty Julie and the Murnong Mammas to offer primary schools their very own bush tucker experience! Schools will be offered a bush tucker plant and resource pack to help teach kids about Aboriginal culture and the uses of traditional bush foods. This initiative supports actions in the recently adopted Mount Alexander Middle Years Plan 2020-2023 and Council’s Reconciliation Plan 2020-2023, which aim to encoura...ge children and the community to connect with local Aboriginal culture. #NAIDOC2020 Image: Aunty Julie McHale and bush tucker plants.

20.01.2022 Who will you nominate for our 2021 Mount Alexander Shire Australia Day Awards? We are fortunate to have so many generous and talented people in our shire. Nominations close on Friday 4 December so get cracking on your nomination form! We can't wait to hear from you.

20.01.2022 Are you a local business that could use some volunteer help? Then maybe this initiative is for you...

19.01.2022 Check out these Mondo Lounge craft packs, all packed and ready to for delivery to The Meeting Place! The Meeting Place is a fortnightly cultural enrichment program for First Nations children in the Mount Alexander Shire, which is proudly supported by Council. It encourages First Nations young people in the shire to celebrate their culture, and spend time with Elders and positive role models. ... #NAIDOC2020 See more

17.01.2022 Congratulations! We have our winners! Amy, Alison and Dave each subscribed to the Mount Alexander Early Years update, and are enjoying their fantastic prize a $50 voucher to Stoneman's Bookroom in Castlemaine. Thanks to everyone who got involved. ... The Mount Alexander Early Years update is a space to share information, news and stories for families, carers and service providers of 0-8 year olds. If you haven’t subscribed yet, you can do so here: https://bit.ly/MtAlexEYNews Don’t miss our next edition, featuring a handy what’s-on guide for summer.

17.01.2022 Say hello to your new Councillors! From left to right: Cr Matthew Driscoll (Loddon Ward), Cr Rosie Annear (Castlemaine Ward), Cr Gary McClure (Castlemaine Ward), Mayor Cr Tony Cordy (Calder Ward), Deputy Mayor Cr Bill Maltby (Castlemaine Ward), Cr Christine Henderson (Coliban Ward), Cr Stephen Gardner (Tarrengower Ward). The newly elected Mount Alexander Shire Council formally elected Cr Tony Cordy as Mayor and Cr Bill Maltby as Deputy Mayor at the Council Meeting on Tuesday 24 November.

16.01.2022 Socialising outdoors is the safe choice this summer. It's important that we don't get complacent while enjoying the sun with friends and loved ones. Be it the p...ark or the beach, remember to grab your mask and some hand sanitiser to go with your sunscreen. Always keep physical distancing in mind - keeping a 1.5 metre buffer with those around you keeps you and them safe. Limit the size of groups you socialise with to 10 people. More on staying safe and well: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/how-stay-safe-and-well-covid-19

15.01.2022 Looking for some entertaining weekend viewing? Check out these fantastic flicks made by local young filmmakers as part of the COscars (Castlemaine Oscars) youth film competition.

13.01.2022 Great work Central Victorian PCP.

11.01.2022 Watch this video for an update from the Bushfire and Natural Hazards Cooperative Research Centre on what the seasonal outlook for December to February means for fire risk this season. Thanks for these important updates CFA (Country Fire Authority) CFA District 2 Bushfire and Natural Hazards CRC

03.01.2022 Online opportunities available to join Castlemaine Community House's Create Space initiative designed to get you crafty, creative and connected.

02.01.2022 The CFA has announced that the Fire Danger Period will begin in our shire at 1.00am on Monday 7 December. Find out what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period at www.cfa.vic.gov.au/can There are lots of resources on the CFA website to help you prepare for summer. Find a template for a bushfire emergency plan so you and your family know well in advance what you plan to do in the event of a fire.

02.01.2022 Are you passionate about social inclusion and celebrating our diverse community? Are you looking to help make your community a more inclusive place for LGBTIQ+ people? People who live, work or play in the shire are encouraged to apply now to join the Mount Alexander LGBTIQ+ Steering Group (formerly the LGBTIQ+ Roundtable). Let us know what you're passionate about and how you can help make Mount Alexander a more inclusive and LGBTIQ friendly place to be. ... Find an application form, Terms of Reference, and more details here: bit.ly/MtAlexYourSay. Applications close Friday 18 December.

01.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing the wares from the young creatives and makers in our shire. Do you know anyone that might be interested in running a stall?