Bowlers roll up on big travel adventure
MEMBERS of the Heathcote Bowling Club received a surprise visit last week from two fans of the sport who are on a mission to...
Fire station open day a success
BOTH new and long-term residents in the district attended the Heathcote Fire Station open day last weekend. As part of the event CFA members were...
Cup Day fun at the RSL
ATTENDEES at the annual Heathcote RSL Melbourne Cup lunch donned their best finery for a fun afternoon of entertainment. “It was good to see so...
Roles for all in upcoming theatre production
AUDITIONS for Mudbrick Motley Theatre’s upcoming production of The Old People are Revolting will be held on Sunday, 19 November at the Guide Hall,...
Emergency workers helping get set for fire season
WITH the summer fire season almost underway, members of one local volunteer fire brigade are reminding people it’s time to ensure properties are prepared. As...
Town ready to go on show
AFTER three years of cancellations, the Heathcote Show is set to return on Melbourne Cup Day, Tuesday 7 November. Rides, sideshows, arts and crafts, animal...
Five things you can’t miss at this year’s show!
HEATHCOTE Show organisers promise there will be something for everyone at this year’s event on Melbourne Cup Day. Gates open at 9am, with free entry...
Firefighters to help prep for summer
HEATHCOTE Fire Station volunteers will hold an open day tomorrow with the aim of helping the community get fire ready for summer. From 9am, locals...
Spooktacular fun for scary season
DRAGONS and skeletons, fairies and ghosts mingled along High Street on Tuesday eventing for the Halloween Spooktacular, Trunk or Treat. Children of all ages attended...
Barefoot bowls ready to roll
THE Tuesday Night Social Pennant Bowls competition is set to start again on 14 November at Heathcote Bowls Club. Both experienced and novice players wanting...
Response team showcases skills at rescue comp
THE Mandalay Resources Emergency Response team travelled to Stawell Gold Mine recently to compete in the Victorian Mines Rescue Competition. The team earned second place...
Native gardens go on show
VISITORS from as far away as Melbourne enjoyed perfect weather for the Australian Plant Society Heathcote’s second annual open day last Sunday. Four gardens were...
Local MP calls out crossing cash slash
MEMBER for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, has said she’s deeply concerned about the withdrawal of funding by VicRoads for the supervision of school crossings at...
Safety concerns as school crossing cash slashed
PARENTS and staff from Holy Rosary and Heathcote primary schools have said they are disappointed with a decision to discontinue funding for school crossing...
Locals get behind cancer cause
VOLUNTEERS have been busy collecting donations for the local Pancare Foundation high tea and raffle. The event is set for 26 November at 2pm at...
Tooby PS gets new principal
THE new principal at Tooborac Primary School has said he’s looking forward to working with families to provide support such as after school care...
Invitation goes out for a coffee with a cop
HEATHCOTE’S first ever female police sergeant, Holly Lembke, has now been appointed to a permanent position and is inviting residents to a Coffee with...
Long-time exhibitors prepare for show’s return
AS the Heathcote Show nears its long-awaited return on Melbourne Cup Day, regular exhibitors are busy preparing their entries. With the last show held in...
Honours for Heathcote Firemen
SIX members of the Heathcote Fire Brigade were awarded Nations Emergency Medals at a ceremony at the JB Osbourne Theatre, Crusoe College, Kangaroo Flat,...
Family friendly fun returns to reserve
AFTER three years of cancellations, a wine and music event Vibes & Vino will return to Barrack Reserve Oval at Heathcote on Saturday, 4...
Small school with a big heart celebrates 150 years
RAIN didn’t dampen the spirits of attendees at the Tooborac Primary School one-hundred-and-fiftieth birthday celebrations last Sunday. Past students travelled from as far away as...
Call to open book on more library hours
PUBLIC libraries are often seen as valuable places in communities, potentially providing safe and supportive spaces, and information for more than just avid readers. Heathcote...
A life of service honoured by friends and family
LOCAL service groups and individuals have paid tribute to David Harden Wherrett following his passing last week. Mr Wherrett was a valued community member who...
Free entertainment and lots of food at this year’s show!
FOOD and free entertainment will be major features of this year’s Heathcote show. Old favourites will return, alongside many new attractions. “There will be lots to...