July 7, 2023
Green waste bin service coming to rural areas
THE City of Greater Bendigo is extending organic waste collection to all rural households. Mayor Cr Andrea Metcalf said about 5500 homes would gain an...
July 7, 2023
Missing signs put pressure on club funds
HEATHCOTE Football Netball Club will take a financial hit after five sponsorship signs were stolen from Barrack Reserve oval recently. Club president Rebecca Dickinson said...
July 1, 2023
Heathcote in the 1980s
By the late 1980s the McIvor Times was taking a fearless approach to reporting on council matters. Escalating costs had led to a decision to...
June 30, 2023
Crafting fun and friendship at the courthouse
COURTHOUSE Crafts has been a Heathcote institution for almost thirty years. The High Street outlet is packed to the brim with colourful crafty creations made...
June 30, 2023
Costerfield’s history to go on show
A COMMUNITY project is delving into Costerfield’s past and the people behind it are aiming to put the town’s history on show for all...
June 30, 2023
Bank support a game changer for HDNFL
A PARTNERSHIP between three community banks and AFL Central Victoria has ensured funding for the 2023 Heathcote & District Football Netball League season. The arrangement...
June 30, 2023
Help needed to keep lake users safe
THE Lake Eppalock Flotilla of the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard is looking for new members to help keep users of the waterway safe. Deputy Commander...
June 24, 2023
Heathcote in the 1970s
This was a decade of significant change for both Heathcote and Australia as a whole. A crumbling economy meant there was a need to save...
June 23, 2023
A splash of colour
HOLY Rosary Primary School students and staff were all smiles as they enjoyed a colour run last week. School principal Paul Dullard said the event...
June 23, 2023
Heath transport service launched
SPECIALIST medical care could be for more Heathcote and Bendigo residents following the introduction of a pilot service that offers door-to-door healthcare transport from...
June 23, 2023
Heathcote Lions helping others
The recent Heathcote Lions annual changeover dinner celebrated a year of achievements and more than five decades of co-ordinating the local collection for the...
June 23, 2023
Help for those who need it most
THE municipal Building Resilience in a City in a Forest project is seeking to keep residents and visitors safe in emergency situations. Heathcote Community House’s...
June 23, 2023
Local lifeguards sought for summer
OPERATORS of the Heathcote Swimming Pool, Belgravia Leisure are currently recruiting lifeguards to work during the 2023/24 season. Applicants must be at least 16 years...
June 17, 2023
Heathcote in the 1960s
HEATHCOTE underwent many changes in the 1960s. The construction of Lake Eppalock saw a steady influx of campers who came to sail, fish, swim, and...
June 16, 2023
Heathcote on Show draws a crowd
THE district was abuzz over the recent King’s Birthday weekend as Heathcote on Show gave everyone an opportunity to experience some of the region’s...
June 16, 2023
Olive pickle or press success
APULIA Grove gave visitors to this year’s Heathcote on Show a chance to pick their own olives and either learn how to dry pickle...
June 16, 2023
Food group aims to help those in need
HEATHCOTE Food Share has been providing food relief across the district for more than seven years. HFS president Glen Cullimore said groceries were given to...
June 16, 2023
Sharing the load over a coffee
Different Journeys is hosting its inaugural monthly carers’ cuppa at Gaffney’s Bakery this Monday. Carers of people with autism, or who are neurodivergent themselves, are...
June 16, 2023
Just like mum used to make
THIS week there’s an opportunity to take a culinary trip down memory lane at Heathcote Library. The Memory Place: kitchens and cooking event aims to...
June 10, 2023
Heathcote in the 1950s
AS Heathcote entered the 1950s, the McIvor Times turned its attention to local matters. Major public works projects, which resulted in the new RSL hall...
June 9, 2023
Heathcote up for gold in tourism awards
AFTER a bronze award last year, Heathcote has again made the cut as one of four finalists in the 2023 TAC Top Small Tourism...
June 9, 2023
War memorial to get overhaul
The Tooborac War Memorial is now a step closer to a facelift thanks to the dedicated efforts of several community volunteers. A $10,000 grant from...
June 9, 2023
Nightmoves revved up and ready to roar
NISSAN Nightmoves is back in town on Saturday 17 June and the event will see rally teams pit their skills against the challenges of...
June 8, 2023
Showcasing the best of Heathcote
THIS King's Birthday long weekend Heathcote on Show is inviting visitors to the district to “explore, taste and enjoy.” Attendees from near and far can...
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