Investigators have been told five victims were sitting in a garden area of the Castlemaine Railway Station on Kennedy Street about 8.20pm when two men armed with knives and wearing dark clothing approached them.

The offenders stole a mobile phone and wallet before the victims fled the scene.

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Nobody was physically injured during the incident and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information or anyone who may have dash cam footage of the men are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

People can also make a confidential report online at crimestoppers.com.au

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