An extraordinary new exhibition sharing and celebrating Jaara stories and teachings has opened at Castlemaine’s historic Market Building.
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Welcome to the November edition of Shire News
New permanent exhibition in Castlemaine celebrates First Nations People
An extraordinary new exhibition sharing and celebrating Jaara stories and teachings has opened at Castlemaine’s historic Market Building.
Exhibition co-curator and senior Jaara cultural custodian, Uncle Rick Nelson, officially launched Boorp Boorp Boondyil on Friday 28 October.
Boorp Boorp Boondyil is pronounced ‘Boorp’ as in ‘torpedo’ and ‘Boondyil’ as in ‘book’, and is a name gifted to the project by Uncle Rick Nelson.
The interactive exhibition features a range of stunning artworks, each designed to offer a unique and immersive insight into Jaara culture, Country and community.
Boorp Boorp Boondyil is free and open seven days a week, from 9.00am to 5.00pm at the Castlemaine Market Building, 44 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine.
Flood recovery update
Thank you to everyone for working together to support one another through the recent floods.
Find flood preparation tips and more information at VIC Emergency.
Volunteer this Christmas
Lend a hand on Christmas Day and volunteer with the Castlemaine Community Christmas Lunch.
Find out more at Castlemaine Community House or call 5472 4842.
Nominate an amazing Aussie
Is there someone in your community who's made a positive difference to the lives of others? Nominate them for a 2023 Australia Day Award.
Nominations close on Friday 2 December.
Take part in 16 Days of Activism
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign established by the United Nations to
raise awareness and encourage communities to take action to end violence against women.
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Have your say with Shape Mount Alexander
We're looking for your feedback on a number of Council projects and initiatives.
Castlemaine Heritage Study
Help us strengthen heritage protections for Castlemaine.
Climate Change Strategy 2022-2033
Work with us to protect our shire from the threat of climate change.
Housing and Neighbourhood Character Strategy
We're planning for growth, housing and neighbourhood character in Castlemaine, Campbells Creek and Chewton.
Active Transport Strategy
Work with us to plan for the future of active transport.
Find out what's on in the shire
There's lots on this month in the shire – art, music, festivals and much more.
Boorp Boorp Boondyil is a new permanent exhibition celebrating First Nations People at the Castlemaine Market Building; Circus Mania is coming to Castlemaine for four days of family-friendly entertainment; and the Castlemaine Rotary Truck Show will have music, food, entertainment and, of course, trucks!
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Upcoming Council meeting
Our next Council meeting will be held at 6.30pm on Tuesday 15 November.
To raise a question at the Council meeting email the Governance team at governance@mountalexander.vic.gov.au or write to them at PO Box 185, Castlemaine VIC 3450. Messages must be received by 12.00pm on the day of the meeting.
Mount Alexander Shire Council acknowledges that the traditional custodians of this
land, the Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung peoples, proudly survive. We acknowledge their continued practise of custom and their close cultural, spiritual, physical, social, historical and economic relationship with theland and waters that make up
their country, which includes Mount Alexander Shire.
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