April 15, 2026
Show societies’ social side
A PROUD display of collegiality between north and western Victorian agricultural and show societies was exhibited last month. The Ballarat Agricultural and Pastoral Society hosted...
April 14, 2026
Students gain insight into STEM
FOURTEEN schools from across the region have taken part in the launch of Ballarat Tech School's 2026 Girls in STEM and Boys in STEM...
April 14, 2026
Ag leader hopes to build on predecessor’s legacy
QUIET achievement is one thing Paula Doran hopes for in a new role supporting the agricultural community. The Ballarat businesswoman was named executive officer for...
April 12, 2026
Expert’s views on rail plan at pub
THE future of Victoria's rail network is a complex issue one civil engineer will address with residents this month. Jeff Moran will speak about the...
April 11, 2026
New toilets for Buninyong park
A NEW public toilet block is planned for Buninyong's De Soza Park. Design and site investigation is underway by the City of Ballarat for the...
April 9, 2026
Hundreds attend rally against racism
ORGANISERS behind a rally denouncing racism last month said it had been a success. The event, they said, had been held in response to a...
April 9, 2026
Transport Guide aims to empower
A DOCUMENT outlining the ways residents and visitors can move around the city with confidence has been released. The Ballarat Transport Guide for...
April 7, 2026
Many firsts at Gordon’s new kindergarten
CHILDREN have had a busy eight weeks at Gordon's new kindergarten which aims to promote a supportive and culturally welcoming environment. Eighteen enrolments of three-...
April 4, 2026
Drone in flight for endangered gum
THE search for an at-risk tree found only in Victoria has received a technological boost. A drone has been used across the Ballarat and Creswick...
April 4, 2026
Team of Allsorts crossed state in fight against cancer
A GROUP of cyclists has ridden hundreds of kilometres and raised tens of thousands of dollars for cancer research. The Jimmy's Licorice Allsorts travelled 520km...
April 3, 2026
Call for speed reduction along pedestrian, koala corridor
A GROUP of Mount Helen residents are advocating for safety measures to help protect pedestrians and koalas crossing a busy section of road. Their petition...
April 3, 2026
Chance to have an Egg-cellent time
A NUMBER of Easter-themed events will be held throughout the region during the long weekend. Easter egg hunts for Miners Rest residents are being held...
April 2, 2026
Art gallery upgrade gets underway
WORK was set to begin last month on critical upgrades to the Art Gallery of Ballarat. The gallery was closed in March last year, and...
March 29, 2026
Sons of the West mark 10 years
A PROGRAM with a focus on men's physical and mental health had delivered a wealth of outcomes for the Ballarat region in the past...
March 29, 2026
Running smart ahead of city’s marathon
A GROUP of running coaches have united to provide expertise and scientific principles to training ahead of the Ballarat Marathon. They have produced...
March 27, 2026
On the right track for mental health awareness
Alan Thorpe cuts a mighty figure whenever he walks across the country. The Ballarat resident is to walk to Beaufort today and to Rokewood on...
March 27, 2026
Allsorts’ challenging ride for cancer research
FOURTEEN cyclists are set to pedal 520 kilometres in just more than 24 hours so they can raise $50,000 in the fight against cancer. On...
March 27, 2026
Rallying to say no to racism
A RALLY is set to be held in Ballarat at the weekend responding to what organisers said is an alarming increase in racist actions...
March 26, 2026
New league for region’s junior netballers
COMMENCEMENT of a new netball competition in Ballarat has been advanced for junior players from the Woady Yaloak Football Netball Club. Stakeholders in the competition...
March 24, 2026
‘Big data’ on region’s Australian wildlife
A STUDY tracking the movement of koalas, echindas and birds of prey is aiming not only to gather more information about these animals, but...
March 24, 2026
Program aimed to enhance children’s social intelligence
A TRIAL is being conducted in Ballarat kindergarten programs to continue building young children's emotional intelligence, resilience and confidence. Exercises and stories from an international...
March 22, 2026
Furniture supplied after fire
A FULL truck load of furniture was sent from Ballarat to a Natimuk family last week after they lost their home in the January...
March 22, 2026
Restoration for historic baths site
A HERITAGE asset of Buninyong life from the late 19th century is receiving a much-needed revamp. Restoration work on the walls of the town's former...
March 21, 2026
Youth consolidate skills to speak up, stand out
AT A special forum this week, Ballarat's youth had the chance to gain the skills and space to advocate and present their authentic selves,...
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