Chattin' about Chewton

09/08/2025

Some great pics from the BIG Chewton Pool Bonfire! 🔥

03/08/2025

Meeting Sam Downing, the new owner behind the freshly rebranded Cuppa Chewton – now known as The Heron! ☕

21/06/2025

Have you checked out the very cool Zeal Bridge at Moonlight Flat? It crosses over Forest Creek, right between Castlemaine and Chewton – a scenic little spot with plenty of charm. 💦

21/05/2025

A man has been caught trespassing at Wattle Gully Gold Mine, with Chewton and Castlemaine locals calling for the rehabilitation of the site. ⛏️✨

19/04/2025

One very good boy (or girl – we’re not here to assume) is safe and sound after taking an unexpected plunge into a mine shaft in the Chewton Bushlands on Tuesday night. Talk about a ruff day!

Castlemaine SES were first on the scene after reports of a doggo stuck underground. Realising it wasn’t just a simple game of hide-and-seek-gone-wrong, they called in the pros – CFA’s Oscar 1 Emergency Response Mine Rescue Brigade, aka the diggin’ legends.

After sniffing out the situation (not literally – they used proper gear), Oscar 1 confirmed the shaft was low on air, so breathing apparatus was needed. Chewton Fire Brigade rolled in with the goods, and down went one brave rescuer, lowered 15 metres into the bowels of the bush to save the four-legged adventurer.

By 4pm, the pooch was safely hoisted back up, looking a little dusty but very much alive – and immediately treated to a flood of cuddles, treats, and probably a stern talking-to about staying out of holes.

It's a happy ending to what could’ve been a real dog’s breakfast – and a good reminder that those old mine shafts scattered across the region aren’t just historical curiosities… they’re dangerous! For both humans and curious canines!

The pup's set for a vet check, just to be safe – but early signs suggest they’ll be back barking orders and stealing socks in no time. Good on ya, legend! 🐶

📷: SES Castlemaine

04/03/2025

Golden Point Landcare’s Clean Up Australia Day at Expedition Pass Reservoir was both a tidy-up and a social catch-up. With many years of clean-ups behind them, long-time volunteers shared how attitudes have shifted, with more people respecting the environment! ♻️

A VW piece but no vehicle - fortunately!

03/03/2025

A heartfelt congratulations to Castlemaine’s Max and Dorothy Buckler, who recently celebrated 70 years of marriage! ❤️

Max first met Dorothy in 1953 while working at a slate quarry in Barkers Creek. He stayed at the Midland Hotel, where Dorothy worked, and it was love at first sight.

They tied the knot in 1955 in Chewton, and their love story continues to inspire after seven wonderful decades.

26/01/2025

It’s a tragic day for our community as the beloved Major Thomas Mitchell Expedition cairn in Golden Point, near Castlemaine and Chewton, has been vandalised! :'(

This historic monument, unveiled in 1936, now bears the disturbing graffiti ‘The Colony Will Fall.’ 🚢

This act of vandalism not only desecrates an important piece of local history but also stirs up racial tensions in Central Victoria at a time when unity and respect for our shared history are more important than ever. 😔

05/01/2025

A concerning new hole has emerged beside Main Road, right outside the Mount Alexander Hotel in Chewton, posing a potential hazard to pedestrians and passing drivers! 🕳️

Jan 2025

01/01/2025

In some sad news, the legendary Richard Piesse has passed away at the age of 84. 🌹

Thoughts are with X’s family and friends during this time. 💐