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About: Edwina Williams

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Edwina is a journalist at the Ballarat Times News Group, and Golden Plains Times, based in Ballarat. She is a passionate art lover and photographer, who enjoys capturing the colour and life of the city in her own time. Edwina has worked as a social media management contractor, and has had previous news experience with the ABC’s flagship current affairs program, 7.30, Victoria Votes for Channel 31, and Junction Journalism. Contact her at [email protected] Twitter - @edwinawilltweet Facebook - @edwinawilliamsjourno

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October 28, 2022

Early parenting centre on the way

WORKS are underway in Lucas to build a new Ballarat Early Parenting Centre. Funded by the State Government, the facility will be operated by Grampians...

October 28, 2022

Better access at Barkly Square

BALLARAT East community hub Barkly Square is set to become much more accessible to everyone. Operator BGT is set to receive a $100,000 grant to...

October 28, 2022

Forty years of friendship

A CELEBRATION of the Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens’ achievements was held at the Mining Exchange last week, marking the organisation’s fortieth anniversary. More than...

October 28, 2022

Big Bash back at Eastern Oval

A FESTIVAL of Weber Women's Big Bash League cricket will be held in Ballarat this weekend. Over four matches between Saturday, 29 and Monday 31...

October 28, 2022

Get a taste of touch footy

YOUNG people interested in trying a new sport may find their next hobby at Russell Square. Ballarat Touch Football Association’s six-week junior skills program is...

October 28, 2022

Tennis skills served to juniors

BUNINYONG and District Tennis Association and Meredith Tennis Club are leading a junior Orange Ball program for another year. Aimed at children aged six and...

October 28, 2022

Ballarat and district golf results for 28 October

Ballarat Golf Club Sunday, 23 October - Open stableford 1st - J Adriaans 24/38 - 2nd - M Cain 9/35 Ball Rundown - J McErvale 18/34 -...

October 27, 2022

Private village gardens open to visitors

THE gates to private properties will be swung open this weekend, as Open Gardens Buninyong returns for 2022. Five of the village’s house gardens, from...

October 27, 2022

Public meeting spotlighting safety

RESIDENTS and local leaders are encouraged to attend a public meeting at the Ballarat Welcome Centre next week, focused on community safety. Hosted by Ballarat...

October 25, 2022

Lecture focused on goldfields children

SOVEREIGN Hill’s annual Weston Bate Memorial Lecture is set for next week and will look at the history of children’s institutions on the goldfields. To...

October 24, 2022

Walking home for children in need

THROUGHOUT Children’s Week, you might see a walking group wearing matching white t-shirts at Lake Wendouree. The Salvation Army’s Karinya Support Services staff, including Louise...

October 24, 2022

Musical gems of the Baroque era

MUSIC by JS Bach will be performed by the Melbourne Bach Choir, Melbourne Baroque Orchestra, and soloists in Ballarat. Conducted by Rick Prakhoff, Baroque Gems...

October 23, 2022

A sense of style and confidence

NOT only does BGT’s Barkly Square have classrooms, offices, and community spaces, it has its own clothing wardrobe. Coordinated by Sue Jakob, the space houses...

October 22, 2022

School unveils symbol of peace

MAY peace prevail on earth. These words are written on a newly unveiled peace pole installed in the yard of Phoenix P-12 Community College’s grade...

October 22, 2022

Rewards for diverse artists

THE Ballarat Arts Foundation has awarded its latest round of grants to eight diverse performers and creators. At a ceremony at the Ballarat Tech School...

October 22, 2022

Sam sets sights on Spring Street

AFTER fourteen years as a City of Ballarat councillor, Samantha McIntosh is standing for State Parliament as the Liberal candidate for Wendouree. If elected, she...

October 22, 2022

Nature network now active

THE Corangamite Catchment Management Authority’s new Community Engagement Action Network came together for the first time this month. A group of made up of community...

October 22, 2022

Dogs ready to snarl in 2023

DAYLESFORD Netball Club has announced the recommitment of head coach Carly Post. After a season at Victoria Park, Post said she’s gained a feel for...

October 21, 2022

School build to aid transition

IF a State Labor government is elected next month, Woodmans Hill Secondary College will gain a new learning centre, building extension and upgrade. Worth more...

October 21, 2022

Marching to Mars with pride

A PARADE of red, white, blue, and rainbow was seen along Norman Street and Creswick Road last Sunday morning. A Bulldog Pride March made up...

October 21, 2022

Showing and glowing at SpringFest

CARS classic and new will shine at SpringFest, as the Peter Stevens Motorworld Show-n-Glow sparkles in Lake Wendouree’s gardens precinct. The showcase is open to...

October 21, 2022

Ballarat and district golf results for 21 October

Ballarat Golf Club Tuesday, 18 October - Open stableford A Grade - 1st - L Mitchell 12/39 - 2nd - S Bibby 10/38 - 3rd -...

October 20, 2022

Open day of boots and botanicals

THREE unique spaces in Delacombe’s Gun Cotton Warehouse precinct will be open to the public to explore this Saturday, 22 October. The shopfront and workshop...

October 18, 2022

Getting informed on body growth

WORKSHOPS designed to educate children and pre-teens about body safety and puberty are coming to Buninyong Community House. Local teacher Claire Morris is leading her...