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03/06/2026

4 Days to go!
This Sunday the Rockatoos and the Galahs will take the field at Camp Reserve on a day that’s become part footy match, part music festival and part excuse to see half the town in one place.

All in support of your favourite litte radio station!

Head over to www.mainfm.net for tickets and more info - yee hah!

02/06/2026

5 Days to Go!
The MAIN Game happens on Sunday June 7th. Gates open midday. Visit www.mainfm.net to get your tix!

01/06/2026

Castlemaine comes alive this weekend with the Castlemaine Jazz Festival

Taking place over the King’s Birthday long weekend in June, the festival brings together a diverse array of musicians and bands, offering an unforgettable experience for jazz lovers of all kinds.

Yes, we have our big community friendly footy match The MAIN Game happening Sunday too - but plenty of time to catch a Jazz Fest gig!

Check out the program below 🥁🎺🎷

https://www.facebook.com/castlemainejazzfestival

Castlemaine Jazz Festival promotes appreciation of jazz in all its forms. castlemainejazzfestival.com.au

01/06/2026

The countdown is on! The MAIN Game kicks off on SUNDAY June 7th.

Booking your tickets ahead of the day helps us figure out how many hot jam donuts to order.

Get yer tix at www.mainfm.net

HALT
Mount Alexander Shire Council
Rotary Castlemaine
Sound Recordings
The Taproom - Shedshaker Brewing
Railway Hotel Castlemaine
Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar
Jellis Craig Central Victoria
Harvest Fruit & Veg
Central Spark Victoria

01/06/2026

Girls on Air attendants Tigah & Version, with their Captain, will be on board at the MAIN Game to ensure a smooth takeoff at the MAIN Game. Serving in flight entertainment and refreshments.

🙌 Gates open at Midday on Sunday June 7th at Camp Reserve, Castlemaine.
🏈 Ticket link in bio

31/05/2026

Be sure to rug up, pack a footy to have a kick on the oval at half time, bring the kids - and your doggo (on a lead) It’s a family friendly day for all 🙌 🏈 🥳

Yummy food, sweet and savoury, hot and cold drinks will be available on the day. We've got you've covered!

Pizza De Wheels
Les Beans & Co
WoodleysPies
BBQ by Castlemaine Football Netball Club Juniors
Donut Disturb
Ice Cream Republic
Love Shack Brewing Co
The Taproom - Shedshaker Brewing

Boomtown Winemakers Cooperative


MAIN Game is MainFM’s major fundraiser. Proceeds from ticket sales, bar, BBQ, merch and raffle tickets support MainFM’s year-round operations as a trusted source of information and connection point for the whole community.
Please no BYO Booze

MainGame happen Sunday June 7th! Tickets at www.mainfm.net

Image by the legend Craig Gaston

30/05/2026

A beautiful gathering is planned tomorrow to honour the ancient Guildford Biyal (Red Gum) at a free community event - the Guildford Big Tree 🌳

Believed to be between 500 and 1,000 years old, the Guildford Biyal is one of the largest river red gums in Victoria and is listed on the National Trust’s Register of Significant Trees. Sacred to the Dja Dja Wurrung People, the tree stands as a marker of culturally significant places and an enduring link between the local community and the Traditional Owners of this land.

Guildford Biyal (Red gum) Honouring Day
When: 11.00am -2.00pm, Sunday 31 May
Where: 13 Fryers Street, Guildford

Read more www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Biyal-Honouring-Day-2026

Join us along with DJAARA to honour the Guildford Big Tree🌳

During Reconciliation Week 2026 we come together to honour the ancient Guildford Biyal (Red Gum) at a free community event.

Believed to be between 500 and 1,000 years old, the Guildford Biyal is one of the largest river red gums in Victoria and is listed on the National Trust’s Register of Significant Trees. Sacred to the Dja Dja Wurrung People, the tree stands as a marker of culturally significant places and an enduring link between the local community and the Traditional Owners of this land.

Guildford Biyal (Red gum) Honouring Day
When: 11.00am -2.00pm, Sunday 31 May
Where: 13 Fryers Street, Guildford

Read more www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/Biyal-Honouring-Day-2026

28/05/2026

On Sunday night - Allegiances were decided and alliances formed. Our Rockatoos and Radio Galahs for 2026 have been announced at the MAIN Game Jumper Presentation! Jumpers were donned, Captains were awarded and the team songs were sung with gusto.

The Rockatoos and the Radio Galahs take the field at Camp Reserve on Sunday June 7th. The Toos are hungry for a repeat performance of last year and the Galahs don't want them to make a habit of it.

Get your tix for a fab day of footy flavoured community fun. All in the name of your favourite little radio station MainFM.

www.mainfm.net

Thank-you The Taproom for hosting this auspicious event (that borders on folklore)

27/05/2026

MainFM Gig Guide is up!! Check it out!

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27/05/2026

We’ll have Merch for sale on Game Day! Rockatoos or Galahs- whichever side you barrack for - you’re still on Team MainFM!
We’ll have scarves, beanies, T-shirts, hoodies, stubby holders and badges and ....brand new Doggy Bandanas! Seen here modelled by Bebe of Chewton.
Sunday June 7
Tickets at www.Mainfm.net