Castlemaine
Castlemaine is a former gold mining town, located between the cities of Ballarat and Bendigo. Situated in a valley at the junction of three creeks, Castlemaine now boasts a thriving agricultural and tourism industry. Visitors are drawn to the town for its historical streetscapes, the Botanical Gardens which date back to 1860, the Old Castlemaine Gaol, a number of galleries and museums, and the historic gold mines and diggings in the area.
The Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park, to the south and east of town, covers 7,500 hectares and includes relics of the gold mining era. The Kalimna Tourist Road, on the eastern town boundary of Castlemaine, straddles a ridge through the park, offering scenic views across surrounding countryside and bushwalking opportunities.
Other links:
Mt. Alexander Hospital Castlemaine -
http://www.mtalexhosp.vic.gov.au/
‘Castlemaine – Health Information’
Town information -
http://www.travelvictoria.com.au/castlemaine/
Students are encouraged to submit photos that they have taken during their town visits for posting at this site. The photos should be of buildings of interest and the natural environment. Photos may include the student, but not others without their permission. Please email photos to Scott Middleton smid@unimelb.edu.au with a brief note on the town name.
Past student completed and suggested project ideas
Alcohol related services in a rural setting
Men’s health initiatives
Past student comments/suggestions
My interactions with the welfare dept and district Nursing were great experiences
Placement itself, the scheduled program of activities and involvements and the staff were fantastic.
Well organised and planned and each of the postings were expecting us!
Very organised. Dr. Long is a great teacher. Lots of practical exposure in surgery