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Construction is now underway on a new netball court at Hedges Oval, with $450,000 in Victorian taxpayer money being pour...
24/05/2026

Construction is now underway on a new netball court at Hedges Oval, with $450,000 in Victorian taxpayer money being poured into the project as part of a major upgrade to the local facility.

The works are being carried out by local contractor Maffescioni Constructions and will include a brand-new court surface, upgraded competition-standard lighting, player shelters, a new retaining wall, and improvements to surrounding fencing.

According to Central Goldfields Shire Council, the upgraded court is expected to be completed by the end of June, with the Victorian State election to be held in November.

🏈 BREAKING NEWS 🏟️After several years of ongoing concerns from local residents, Maryborough Football Netball Club has ta...
02/05/2026

🏈 BREAKING NEWS 🏟️

After several years of ongoing concerns from local residents, Maryborough Football Netball Club has taken steps to address parking issues affecting the public Lake Victoria walking track during match days at Princes Park Oval.

Residents living near the oval have repeatedly raised frustrations about vehicles being parked along sections of the walking track, particularly during football and netball fixtures, arguing the obstruction limits safe access for recreational users.

The issue has also become a recurring point of discussion within the local online community, with the Maryborough & Goldfields Community Facebook group hosting frequent debate in recent seasons.

In response, the club has installed a sign along the oval fence, reminding supporters and visitors not to park on the walking track, reinforcing that the space is intended to remain clear for public use.

The signage follows earlier attempts by the club to manage the issue, including the use of temporary tape barriers to better define parking areas and discourage vehicles from encroaching onto the track.

The latest move is being viewed as a more permanent and visible measure, aimed at striking a balance between accommodating large match-day crowds and maintaining safe, unobstructed access for the wider community.

Local residents have indicated they will be monitoring the situation closely throughout the season to assess whether the signage leads to improved compliance and a reduction in obstructions.

While the effectiveness of the measure remains to be seen, it represents a more structured response to an issue that has persisted for several years and drawn sustained community attention.

Central Goldfields Shire Council is expanding its new pickleball program after a strong response from the community, wit...
28/04/2026

Central Goldfields Shire Council is expanding its new pickleball program after a strong response from the community, with two weekly sessions now being offered every Wednesday. 🏓

The sessions will run at 4.30pm and 5.15pm at the Nolan Street Gym, with free, one-hour classes led by instructor Brendan Booth.

Open to all ages, the council says the low-impact sport is easy to learn and designed to get more people active, with the program funded by Victorian taxpayers.

Pickleball is set to arrive in Maryborough next week, with a new series of free weekly sessions being rolled out for loc...
19/04/2026

Pickleball is set to arrive in Maryborough next week, with a new series of free weekly sessions being rolled out for locals to try the fast-growing sport. 🏓

The sessions will run every Wednesday from 22 April through to 24 June at the Nolan Street Gym, starting at 4.45pm and lasting for one hour, with instruction provided by Brendan Booth.

The program is open to all ages and skill levels, with Pickleball promoted as a low-impact sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis, played on a smaller court with a paddle and lightweight ball.

While participation is free, the program is being funded by taxpayer and ratepayers through a partnership between the Victorian Government and Central Goldfields Shire Council.

Council says the sessions are aimed at increasing participation in accessible, social forms of exercise, following on from similar programs introduced in the region.

Whether it takes off locally, or fades out like other short-term initiatives, will likely come down to turnout and ongoing interest from the community.

A local women’s football team has returned to the field after more than a year away, following a long and difficult stan...
11/04/2026

A local women’s football team has returned to the field after more than a year away, following a long and difficult stand against alleged sexism and treatment within their former club.

The AJP MP for Northern Victoria, Georgie Purcell, has praised the Kyneton Women’s Football Team, who made the decision to walk away from their club over a year ago.

The team then faced further setbacks, with multiple leagues rejecting their attempts to join and proposed pathways repeatedly blocked.

Despite the challenges, the group persisted and has now returned to competition under a new name – the Wedge-Tailed Eagles – marking the occasion with a strong win in their first game back.

Georgie said it was an honour to be part of the moment, having run water during the match, and described the team’s efforts as setting a standard for respect in sporting clubs.

The team’s return has been framed as more than just a sporting comeback, with supporters viewing it as a significant moment for women’s sport and a broader stand for fairness and inclusion.

DELLY DOES IT AGAIN!From the courts of Maryborough to the biggest stages in the world – Matthew Dellavedova has just etc...
06/04/2026

DELLY DOES IT AGAIN!

From the courts of Maryborough to the biggest stages in the world – Matthew Dellavedova has just etched his name into basketball history! 🏀

The Maryborough-born guard is now just the fourth player ever to win both an NBA Championship and an NBL Championship, after helping the Sydney Kings secure the 2026 title in a thriller! 🏆

For locals who’ve followed his journey from the very beginning, this one hits a bit different. 😍

After coming heartbreakingly close in recent years, Delly finally got his hands on an NBL title – and did it the hard way, playing a key role in a brutal Game 5 that went to overtime! ⛹🏻‍️‍♂️

“Relief,” he said post-game. “It’s been a long road… just really happy for this group.” ☺️

That pretty much sums up Delly – no carry-on, no ego, just hard work, grit, and getting the job done. Good on ya! 👏

Massive congratulations to Ben Robertson on being named the newest – and youngest – Life Member of the Maryborough Crick...
06/04/2026

Massive congratulations to Ben Robertson on being named the newest – and youngest – Life Member of the Maryborough Cricket Club! 🏏

From starting out in the Under 12s back in 2004 to building one of the most impressive resumes the club’s seen, Ben’s journey has been all about commitment, success, and doing the hard yards year after year.

Multiple premierships as a player, success as a junior coach, leadership as a long-time Reserve captain, and years of service as Secretary and Curator – this is someone who’s given absolutely everything to the club, on and off the field.

Securing nearly $200,000 in funding to upgrade the turf wicket at Princes Park alone is the kind of impact that’ll benefit generations of players to come. That’s not just contribution – that’s legacy.

A thoroughly deserved honour for a bloke who’s been at the heart of the club for over two decades. Well done, Ben 👏

Olympic legend Cathy Freeman has returned to Central Park for the Stawell Gift, marking 30 years since her iconic 400m w...
04/04/2026

Olympic legend Cathy Freeman has returned to Central Park for the Stawell Gift, marking 30 years since her iconic 400m win in 1996. 🏃‍♀️

Freeman is back as a special guest at this year’s event and will present the winner of the Lorraine Donnan Women’s Handicap 400m on Monday. 🥇

Her return adds a special touch to the historic meet, with one of Australia’s greatest athletes back where she delivered one of the Gift’s most memorable performances. 👏

Massive congratulations to Marc Cassidy on being named a life member of the Maryborough District Cricket Association – a...
03/04/2026

Massive congratulations to Marc Cassidy on being named a life member of the Maryborough District Cricket Association – a well-earned honour after decades of service to local cricket! 👏

Marc’s not just been around the traps – he’s been right in the thick of it, from racking up runs and wickets to playing a role in multiple premiership sides, and even captaining a handful of them along the way! 🏏

Off the field, he’s been just as important, stepping up in roles like president, treasurer, and vice president over the years, and helping guide the club and its juniors through countless seasons! 🙌

That mix of on-field impact and behind-the-scenes work is what makes this one hit a bit different – not many blokes can say they’ve done both at that level for that long! 😮

A proper pillar of the Maryborough cricket scene and one of those fellas who’s helped shape the place into what it is today – good on ya, Marc, couldn’t happen to a better bloke! 👏

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