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Priest’s story, from Shasi to Heathcote

WITH the blessing of her late friend Father Paul Kuang Yao Ly, Sue Bier has written a book about his fascinating life. Father Ly came...

Second birthday for monthly gathering

HEATHCOTE Cars, Coffee and Bikes will celebrate its second birthday this Sunday. The monthly event for car, coffee and bike enthusiasts was the inspiration of...

Pulling in the crowds

FIFTY years since it first began, this year's Elmore Tractor Pull promises to be even bigger than ever. The track and spectator areas have been...

Labour weekend fun for all the family

CELEBRATING the start of the grape harvest and the region's vibrant autumn culture, the Heathcote Harvest Festival will return to Barrack Reserve on Sunday...

Track hiker does Pop proud

BENDIGO Legacy president Don Kent came to Heathcote last week to present Tim Day with a Certificate of Appreciation for his fundraising efforts. Mr Day...

A ride for fun and friendship

VETERAN Free Riders from Heathcote will join a ride to Albury Wodonga next month in support of members who have been involved in firefighting...

An outback experience comes to Heathcote

SANDRA JAMES

CELEBRATING ten years of his award-winning Katherine Outback Experience, Tom Curtain is bringing his Here's To You Tour to Heathcote.

The Golden Guitar winner...

Baby, child first aid sessions coming to Heathcote

THE Sisterhood Project will conduct three Baby and Child First Aid sessions in Heathcote throughout 2026. The sessions are designed specifically for parents, grandparents, carers...

Fishing Friends enjoy the moment

KEEN anglers from Heathcote Angling Club braved the rain for the monthly Fishing Friends outing at Reflections at Eppalock last weekend. The event is held...

Keeping children safe aroundcurtains and blinds

FREE blinds safety kits are now available through Consumer Affairs Victoria. All residential rental properties must have secured cords on all internal wall coverings. Children can...

High Street shop helps locals lasso a cowboy lifestyle

AFTER retiring, Jenny Gawne soon became bored and wanted something to fill her days. She volunteered at the Heathcote Visitor Centre and as her confidence...

Let’s hear it for the CFA girls

HEATHCOTE CFA offers equal opportunities for men and women in the brigade, with both operational and non-operational roles available. Across the state, more than 4300...

Have a say about Heathcote’s future

HEATHCOTE residents are invited to attend the Advance Heathcote AGM to be held on Tuesday at Barrack Recreation Reserve Pavilion from 5pm to 6.30pm. Advance...

Bowlers fight to stay in title race

HEATHCOTE will fight to stay in the Bendigo Campaspe Goldfields bowls Division 2 premiership race when it plays Kangaroo Flat in Saturday's preliminary final. The...

Music and laughs wrapped in a HUG

HEATHCOTE Ukulele Group (HUG) has announced its seasonal program for 2026. The program features the Summer, Autumn and Early Winter seasons, the Brrrr, Heathcote is...

A hook for new members

IN an effort to gain new members and raise awareness, Heathcote Angling Club is inviting community members to a free barbecue on Monday. The club...

Historical society planning for 175th birthday celebrations

DID you know Heathcote will be turning 175 years old in 2028? The Heathcote McIvor Historical Society is forming a committee and calling for expressions...

Bowls open day a winner

HEATHCOTE Bowling Club held a very successful open day last weekend, with many participants trying bowling for the first time. Among the attendees were Gail...

Schools invited to join sustainability program

SCHOOLS in and around Heathcote are being invited to join an award-winning free program aimed at supporting sustainability across school facilities, the curriculum and...

Hard work and dedication help make a safer community

SES Heathcote Unit responded to 142 requests for assistance during 2025, with volunteers attending road crashes, storm damage and rescue operations across the district. Call-outs...

Finding big feelings in tiny poems

NEW and experienced poets alike are invited to explore the power of small words and big emotions at a special Tiny Poetry for Big...

Come and try bowling

HEATHCOTE Bowling Club will open its greens to the public on Saturday evening, inviting residents to try lawn bowls during a free community event. The...

Smooth start for eager new students

NEW foundation students at Heathcote and Holy Rosary primary schools have settled in well, enjoying a range of activities and making new friends. At Heathcote...

Call for flower show stallholders

REGISTRATIONS for stallholders at the annual Australian Plants Society Heathcote Flower Show and Plant Sale are now open. The event will be held on Saturday...