Reporting on Maldon and surrounding central goldfields
Nigel is our Doggo of the Week. 14 November, 2025. TT: I’d love to take a photo for the paper, Nigel, you’ll have to get up… Nigel: I just want… TT: What are you doing, rolling on the grass… Nigel: If you could just… TT: What are you trying to do? Nigel: Just there, scratch…
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Children from the local Pre-School enjoying a morning visit to the library, lots of fun was had and lots of books were borrowed. World Science Day, celebrated every November, highlights the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues. Sometimes people feel alienated…
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Maldon State Gold Battery. Now one of only six surviving State gold batteries left in Victoria, the Maldon State Battery in Adair St East remains a historically significant reminder of the town’s early 20th century ‘golden’ days. The current site consists of the former State battery, including buildings and machinery, the Alliance shaft and associated…
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June: this week’s guest. Today Katrine and Stevo will be talking to June and Rocky about their trip to Africa and what it’s like to be back. Last Friday 7 November, Loz and Stevo welcomed Tarrengower Ward Councillor, Rosalie Hastwell, to the IMT studio to discuss local issues within our community. Rosalie informatively updated listeners…
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Lee is on at Maldon Golden Movies. Kate Winslet stars as Lee Miller, war correspondent during WWII in an historical biography. We see Miller, a former New York fashion model, capturing images and stories of the Blitz, combat and the immediate aftermath of the Holocaust in her determination to uncover the hidden truths of the…
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“You keep an eye on the snags, and we’ll look after the smiles for the camera.” The last Newstead market for 2025 will be on Saturday 15 November, at the Newstead Park in Lyons Street, between 8.30am and 1pm. It’s a great place to find local produce, garden plants and unique Christmas gifts. We’re delighted…
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Volunteers Ian and Linda Edwards helping at Maldon Cemetery’s working bee. The Cemetery Working Bee was held on Saturday and it was great to see some new volunteers. Ian Edwards travelled over four hours from Gippsland to lend a helping hand and his sister travelled over an hour to meet him in Maldon. The Edwards…
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Traditional Arts Fair. Get ready for a day filled with creativity and culture! On Sunday 16 November, Buda will be hosting its much-anticipated Traditional Arts Fair. This event is a must for anyone interested in traditional arts, cooking, and gardening, all inspired by the spirit of the Leviny daughters. You’ll find an impressive variety of…
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A magnificent spring garden in Maldon. Gardeners are an optimistic bunch, aren’t they, dealing with unpredictable weather, temperamental plants and invaders of all sorts (weeds, insects, nosy photographers from the local newspaper). They know that with a bit of patience and perseverance, they will be rewarded with pleasant aromas and delightful displays of colour. This…
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Was this a Halloween prank, or is there more to this lawnmower at the overgrown Newstead Police Station? Photo Kerry Cain. Locals in Newstead have noticed that the grass is looking a bit long and scraggly at the Police Station, while a sign posted on the fence claims that garden maintenance has been suspended for…
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