Gillett condemns Premier’s work-from-home plans
BALLARAT business advocate Jodie Gillett has criticised the State Government's work-from-home proposal, describing it as "seriously concerning". "The vast majority of Victorians are currently able...
Alan takes his mental health message to Canberra
BALLARAT men's mental health campaigner Alan Thorpe is preparing to walk from Melbourne to Canberra as his next awareness and fundraising mission. Mr Thorpe will...
Station event aims to make transport access simpler
PEOPLE of all abilities will have a chance to familiarise themselves with the different modes of public transport when a Try Before You Ride...
Cricket royalty a hit at FECRI
FIONA Elsey Cancer Research Institute has received a visit from royalty - cricket royalty, that is - in the form of former England captain...
Excitement grows as reserve overhaul moves ahead
WORK on the makeover of Sebastopol sporting hub Marty Busch Reserve has been given an official nod of approval after an inspection of progress...
Schools play a part in tree day
EIGHT Ballarat schools participated in Schools Tree Day last week, putting thousands of plants in the ground, distributed to them by the Alfredton Rotary...
Chambers of commerce need more government support: business advocate
BUSINESS advocate and Commerce Ballarat CEO Jodie Gillett is calling on the State Government to provide better localised support for chambers of commerce. In her...
Parcel centre a hive of activity as demand grows
WHEN somebody buys something online – as more and more people are doing – they probably give little thought to how their item reaches...
A documentary of a simple life
BALLARAT-born documentary maker Jordan Osmond's new film, The New Peasants, will premiere at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival tonight (Friday 25 July). It will begin...
Public sessions on renewables link environment effects statement
PUBLIC information sessions for the controversial Western Renewables Link's (WRL) Environment Effects Statement (EES) begin tomorrow and will continue at various locations until mid-August. WRL...
Household recycling service making its mark
A HOUSEHOLD goods recycling collection service is taking the industry by storm and has recently expanded to cover the whole of Victoria – all...
Scholarship backs emerging leader
GRADUATING recently from the Committee for Ballarat's Future Shapers Program has given developing leader Emma Taylor a major boost in her skills and outlook. And...
Pets now a formal part of separation proceedings
PETS may not usually be front of mind when relationships or families break down, but since last month they are formally recognised in separation...
Technicians in the running for national honours
TWO technicians working at the Brandt Ballarat dealership have been nominated as finalists in the national John Deere 2025 Technician of the Year Awards. Michael...
Club forges ahead as major overhaul takes effect
MIDLANDS-Ballarat RSL Sports and Services Club is enjoying a new lease on life as a $7 million upgrade drives new members to the venue. The...
Walking, talking and supporting in new men’s group
A BALLARAT group is providing a regular opportunity for men to get together to walk, talk and support each other. The Man Walk was established...
Better access to family violence studies
FEDERATION University will next year offer an adapted graduate certificate course aimed at providing better access to training for regional people who want to...
Go-ahead for improvements at two intersection black spots
TWO dangerous Ballarat road intersections are to be improved using money from the Federal Government's Black Spots Program. The City of Ballarat is seeking tenders...
New 24/7 cafe options for hospital staff
ST John of God (SJOG) Ballarat Hospital staff now have access to a new self-service cafe in what the organisation says is an Australian...
Female plumbing graduates a first for Federation TAFE
FEDERATION TAFE is celebrating a major milestone in its commitment to gender diversity in trades, with two apprentices becoming the first women to finish...
Grampians Community Health expands NDIS service to Ballarat
GRAMPIANS Community Health (GCH) has expanded its National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) service support to include the Ballarat region. On Tuesday this week, GCH took...
New speed limits on major Ballarat roads
SPEED limits on several main roads in Ballarat have changed, with reductions of 10km/h and 20km/h taking effect on Monday. Among the most significant is...
Howard returns for one-off appearance
WORLD-renowned classical pianist Leslie Howard will be in Buninyong for a one-off performance on Sunday 10 August. Based in London since 1972, Howard will perform...
Stardom beckons as young performer lands major role
A YOUNG Ballarat performer is currently living a dream, starring as Little Michael in the MJ the Musical production at Sydney's Lyric Theatre. Thirteen-year-old Daniel...