Situated on traditional Dja Dja Wurrung country and steeped in a rich history, Castlemaine is a welcoming, diverse town with a wonderful blend of community, creativity and natural beauty.

Reasons for a move to this far-from-typical rural centre are endless: the arts and musical culture, the proximity to Melbourne, the beautiful big skies, the friendliness of the people, the locally produced food and wine, the business opportunities … on and on the virtues of this unique-yet-recognisable setting extend.

CASTLEMAINE FEATURES

• Former gold mining town set amongst sprawling hills, the town boasts numerous 19th century heritage buildings, wide streets, European-style gardens, waterways and bushlands.
• Numerous cafés, restaurants, markets, vintage and collectable shops, boutique breweries/cideries.
• Diverse group of local producers employs sustainable and ethical practices, with much free range & organic produce available.
• Renowned bi-annual 10-day Castlemaine Arts Festival introduces many visitors plus overseas artists and musicians to the town.
• Local regional Art Gallery and Historical Museum, dynamic theatre company.
• Hundreds of artists and craftspeople displaying their work in their own galleries and workshops.
• National parks, cycling and walking tracks, picturesque landscapes.
• Surrounded by several historic satellite towns with plenty of unique attractions.