November 19, 2025
Councils, police look to stronger relationship
REGIONAL councils have moved to establish a stronger working relationship with police in a bid to improve community safety. Regional Cities Victoria (RCV), which represents...
November 15, 2025
Bus network review open for public feedback
BALLARAT people are being encouraged to share their thoughts on the city's bus network as the State Government reviews regional systems. Community consultation on the...
November 12, 2025
‘Burra’ community ready for local showcase
AS many as twenty-five groups will be represented at the inaugural Sebastopol Community Showcase later this month. The event is scheduled to take place at...
November 11, 2025
Hargreaves, Taylor re-elected mayor and deputy for another year
RE-ELECTED Ballarat mayor Cr Tracey Hargreaves and her deputy, Cr Ben Taylor, were officially presented to the public on the steps of the Town...
November 9, 2025
Foster carer pay boost call
CAFS is calling for a State Government review of foster care allowance rates in the face of cost-of-living pressures. The child and family service organisation...
November 5, 2025
Gambling reform campaigner to speak at forum
GAMBLING and its pitfalls are in the spotlight as Cafs Ballarat supports Gambling Harm Awareness Week, which is running throughout this week. Starting from Monday,...
October 24, 2025
Catchment authority chair, board members stepping down
CORANGAMITE Catchment Management Authority (CCMA) chair Cath Jenkins is one of four long-term board members stepping down from their roles. The CCMA announced the departures...
October 19, 2025
City issues final flood planning study
THE City of Ballarat's final flood study covering eleven key waterways across the municipality has been released. The City says the study, prepared in partnership...
October 15, 2025
Disability awards widen recognition
THIS year's International Day of People with Disability Ballarat Awards have been expanded and will feature six categories. As well as the Accessible Organisation Award...
October 4, 2025
Mid-century vision for region taking shape
THE Committee for Ballarat will take the next step in developing its long-term concept plan for the region when it hosts a members' forum...
October 3, 2025
Federal money helps McCain’s emissions reduction plan
MCCAIN Foods in Ballarat has received a multimillion-dollar Federal Government grant to step up its emissions reduction efforts. Member for Ballarat Catherine King on Tuesday...
October 1, 2025
Tales of teapots poured into art project
TEAPOTS are in the spotlight for a new community art installation being prepared for Barkly Square in Ballarat East. Under the guidance of local artist...
September 28, 2025
Faster internet available after NBN upgrade
THOUSANDS of households and businesses in Bendigo can now access the fastest speeds offered by the national broadband provider NBN Co. The provider announced last...
September 27, 2025
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...
September 26, 2025
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...
September 20, 2025
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...
September 18, 2025
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...
September 18, 2025
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...
September 18, 2025
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...
September 16, 2025
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,...
September 14, 2025
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...
September 9, 2025
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...
September 6, 2025
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...
September 5, 2025
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...
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