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Massive flour mill development moving ahead

THE builders of a new multimillion-dollar flour mill in Mitchell Park are reporting "strong progress" on the project. BESIX Watpac and local subcontractors including Delta...

New name for legal service

BALLARAT and Grampians Community Legal Service has a new name – it is now known as Allied Justice. The new name was chosen following consultation...

Ex-tourism chief brings skills to Ballarat leadership group

FORMER Victoria Tourism Industry Council CEO Felicia Mariani has been appointed as the next Committee for Ballarat board chair. Ms Mariani will take over from...

Cafs calls for foster carers as demand grows

CAFS is asking people in the Central Highlands to consider becoming foster carers as demand grows across the region. The child and family service organisation...

Sensory trail excursion another first

THE first official excursion to Ballarat's sensory trail for people living with dementia will take place late this month. The event, organised by Bigger Hearts...

Business chief calls for rethink on ESVF levy

BALLARAT business advocate Jodie Gillett has called on the State Government to take another look at its controversial new Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund...

BHS’ support for FECRI a success

A NEW initiative in Ballarat High School (BHS) students' support of the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute (FECRI) has been an overwhelming success. Every year,...

Caitlin takes top billing in national judges competition

CLARKES Hill farmer Caitlin Grieve has won a national competition to find the top young grain judge at the Royal Adelaide Show. The 25-year-old was...

John prepares for another Great Victorian Bike Ride

LAKE Wendouree recreational cyclist John Davis will earn himself the arguable honour of being one of the oldest participants when he sets off on...

Committee for Ballarat joins call for Local Energy Hubs Federal funding

THE Committee for Ballarat has added its voice to a campaign for the Federal Government to fund a network of fifty Local Energy Hubs...

Reely good time for anglers at lake fest

BUDDING anglers will be able to spring into a new hobby when Lake Wendouree hosts the annual Ballarat Fishing Festival tomorrow. Running from 9am to...

Calls for “fair and inclusive” consultation on WRL – City of Ballarat council meeting briefs

CITY of Ballarat councillors voted overwhelmingly at their meeting last week to endorse a submission on the proposed Western Renewables Link Environmental Effects Statement. Every...

Chance for prospective bankers to gain experience

WESTPAC will next year offer places in a new regional graduate program, with Ballarat as one of the options. The regional program builds on the...

Unknown Lawson facts at Twilight Talk

BALLARAT identity Hedley Thomson will present a talk on some unknown facts about Henry Lawson at the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute (BMI) on Wednesday next...

Albanese, Allan greeted by angry protests at Ballarat Bush Summit

EMOTIONS ran high at this morning’s Herald Sun Bush Summit at the Ballarat Civic Hall, as state and federal leaders were greeted by protesters...

Overdose prevention message at BCH displays

DARREN McLEAN

PEOPLE across the region have been hearing first-hand how drug overdose prevention can save lives as Sunday's International Overdose Awareness Day approaches.

Ballarat Community...

Overdose prevention message at BCH displays

PEOPLE across the region have been hearing first-hand how drug overdose prevention can save lives as Sunday's International Overdose Awareness Day approaches. Ballarat Community Health...

Refuge for rough sleepers nearing completion

BALLARAT'S long-awaited sleep bus is expected to be in use before the end of the year. The bus was delivered to Ballarat in June and...

Report launch marks start of local development industry chapter

BALLARAT will soon have its own chapter of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA). The chapter will be launched at a regional industry briefing...

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...

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...

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...