January 13, 2025
Younger members invited to join U3A activities
U3A Heathcote is seeking new members. The University of the Third Age connects members through shared interests and activities. "Membership is generally for semi-retired or retired...
January 11, 2025
Glad to be an Aussie in Heathcote
A DESIRE to live in the country again brought Bev Sharpe to Heathcote 25 years ago. After a life filled with rich and varied experiences,...
January 10, 2025
The world’s largest treasure hunt
HEATHCOTE residents will have the opportunity to learn about geocaching, the world's largest treasure hunt, at a workshop to be held at Heathcote Community...
January 10, 2025
Visit and volunteer in 2025
PORKY the puppy has stolen the hearts of residents at Heathcote Health Aged Care. The four-month-old dog regularly visits residents and accompanies them at their...
January 4, 2025
New year: new adventures
FOR anyone looking for new interests in 2025, Heathcote offers a wide range of groups and clubs with something to suit everyone. Activities range from...
January 3, 2025
Groundbreaking defibrillator trial saves a life
THANKS to a clinical trial aiming to improve access to automated external defibrillators, a Heathcote mother spent Christmas with her family after suffering a...
January 3, 2025
On familiar ground
IT'S a long way from the hills of Nepal but the new co-owner of Fodder says his former village is very similar to Heathcote. Mohan...
December 30, 2024
Nan’s interesting journey
NAN Oates has never been bored, with a range of interests and jobs filling her life over 86 years. Ms Oates moved to Heathcote from...
December 28, 2024
Ensuring the best for seniors
KARRA King believes it is a privilege to bring joy to residents at the end stages of their lives. The leisure and lifestyle assistant has...
December 27, 2024
The end of an era
SEVENTEEN year six students from Heathcote Primary School celebrated their graduation recently with an afternoon tea with family and friends before an outdoor ceremony. The...
December 27, 2024
Safe as houses
A SMALL group of students from Heathcote Primary School recently completed an applied learning project making nest boxes for birds and small animals. The students...
December 21, 2024
If they make it will you come?
VOLUNTEERS at Heathcote Community House have been busy again this Christmas, creating a display using mostly recycled materials. The decorations were coordinated by Sylvia Crewe,...
December 20, 2024
Christmas favourite returns
THE jolly man in the red suit is preparing for his annual lolly run on the CFA fire truck tonight, Friday 20 December. Santa will...
December 20, 2024
Businesses rally for Heathcote SES
HEATHCOTE businesses are rising to the call to raise funds for a new 4WD Medium Rescue truck for the local SES unit. Community Bank Heathcote...
December 20, 2024
Brewery concert backs Loki’s Lodge
PERFORMING country songs, covers, carols and originals, the Gami Gami Devils returned to Palling Bros Brewery last weekend for a special event to raise...
December 15, 2024
Giving back to the community
RAY White Heathcote is again collecting toys for children through its A Little Ray of Giving drive. It is the 13th year the drive has...
December 14, 2024
230 years of service celebrated
HEATHCOTE Fire Brigade held their awards afternoon this week honouring the huge commitment of the volunteers. Recruitment Officer Peter Duncan led proceedings where members were...
December 13, 2024
It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas
HEATHCOTE Christmas Carols' committee were thrilled at the response to their first year organising the annual community event. The committee took over from the Lions...
December 13, 2024
A special treat for the women of Heathcote RSL
RETURNED and Services League men paid tribute to the ladies last weekend by hosting a special lunch in their honour. The women were treated to...
December 13, 2024
Bowlers gather for 120th birthday celebration
PLAYERS past and present attended the Heathcote Bowling Club one hundred and twentieth anniversary afternoon tea recently. A special feature on the afternoon was a...
December 13, 2024
A special Christmas celebration
LOCALS gathered at Palling Bros Brewery last Sunday for a special Church in the Brewery service. The celebration of the Christmas season was organised by...
December 13, 2024
Friends dig deep
FRIENDS of the Bendigo-Kilmore Rail Trail (FBKRT) recently donated $255 to the Heathcote SES Unit. The money will help with fundraising to purchase a 4WD...
December 10, 2024
Capturing a lifetime of stories
RESIDENTS at Heathcote Health Aged Care will have the opportunity to have their biographies written thanks to an innovative volunteer organisation. Beyond Words is a...
December 8, 2024
Sharing a love of nature’s beauty
ARTIST Rosalie Street shares her appreciation for nature's beauty in her current exhibition at Heathcote Winery. The solo show, Beauty Surrounds Us, will run until...
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