March 19, 2026
From virus burnout to vibrant debut
CAROLE Callil's story of finding art is a satisfying one that reminds people there's more to life around the corner. A professional nurse working in...
March 19, 2026
Paralympian looks beyond the finish line
PARALYMPIAN Dr Lisa Chaffey will be keynote speaker at an event coming up on Thursday 26 March at Federation University's SMB campus. Hosted by employment...
March 17, 2026
Entries open for Y youth exhibition
THE Y Ballarat's annual Youth Art Exhibition is happening earlier this year with young creatives now encouraged to register and submit work by 27...
March 16, 2026
Surgical first follows severe crush injury
GRAMPIANS Health has achieved a major surgical milestone, completing the first free tissue transfer surgery under the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Services at Ballarat...
March 15, 2026
‘Failed cricketer’ and ‘mother’s disappointment’ in conversation
THE occasionally hilarious side of intercultural complexity is about to be teased out when comedians Diana Nguyen and Osamah Sami join forces at the...
March 12, 2026
Piano recital explores passage of time
A NINETEENTH century Romantic programme based on the music of Tchaikovsky is in store when acclaimed Melbourne pianist Elyane Laussade gives the annual Don...
March 11, 2026
Chance to shape a more inclusive city
THE City of Ballarat is inviting locals with lived experience of disability to help shape its new Disability, Access and Inclusion Plan. Community consultation for...
March 10, 2026
Digby drops latest in Jack Waters series
BALLARAT'S Digby Stevens has just published book number three in his Detective Jack Waters series. Killer Cop follows on from Stevens' earlier A Murder of...
March 9, 2026
Locally-led home dialysis service starts
ACCESS to kidney care has improved for people in Ballarat and the wider region in recent days with Grampians Health's introduction of a full...
March 7, 2026
Input sought on future for youth
THE City of Ballarat is inviting residents to have a say on two key strategic plans that are hoped to guide brighter futures for...
March 7, 2026
Funding strikes a chord at Creswick’s Odessa
THE revival of the local live music scene just received a welcome boost at Creswick venue Odessa at Leavers Hotel. Member for Ballarat Catherine King...
March 6, 2026
Input sought on future for youth
THE City of Ballarat is inviting residents to have a say on two key strategic plans that are hoped to guide brighter futures for...
March 6, 2026
Begonia Fest parading into long weekend with displays, trails and stages
EVIE LAMB & CHRISTOPHER O'LEARY FROM Chinese dancers to SES rescuers and rock and rollers, this year's PowerFM Begonia Parade is shaping up as a...
March 6, 2026
Festival of Art to complement begonia weekend
MORE than 300 original artworks will be on show and for sale as the Festival of Art adds extra reason to be in the...
March 4, 2026
Infuse Art Prize entries open
ROSS Creek Gallery is accepting entries in this year's collaborative Infuse Art Prize that culminates in an exhibition in August. The annual award offers a...
March 3, 2026
Weaving a more connected world
SHARING her love and knowledge of culture with others is a source of immense satisfaction for Djab Wurrung woman Rebecca Jakobi. Named among this year's...
March 2, 2026
Bringing down barriers for victim-survivors
AS someone with lived experience and professional expertise in domestic, family and sexual violence, Cathy Oddie understands too well the challenges victim-survivors face. The work...
March 1, 2026
A voice for the vulnerable and marginalised
STAUNCH advocate for equity, inclusion, and systemic change, Wendy Sturgess is the type of leader who believes you can never stop learning. Ms Sturgess is...
February 28, 2026
An ‘oarsome’ restoration job
A PIECE of Lake Wendouree history has been restored to its former glory with a little help from some talented and generous locals. The Olympic...
February 28, 2026
All welcome to honour Great Women
THIS year's Great Women of Ballarat honouree induction evening is open to the public next Thursday 5 March. Taking place at the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute,...
February 27, 2026
Loreto students elevated as garden blooms
DUAL unveilings that took place at Loreto College last Friday left all who assembled feeling fairly elevated. Member for Ballarat Catherine King unveiled a plaque...
February 27, 2026
Winery fundraiser backs CFA
THIS Sunday is a special one at the boutique Wightwick Winery tucked away in the rolling landscape of Invermay at the end of Slatey...
February 25, 2026
Guiding light for region’s youth
MAKING a positive difference in the lives of the region's young people is a source of personal satisfaction for Larelle Kuczer. Named among this year's...
February 25, 2026
High level students feature in Piano for Pleasure
FIVE talented young pianists are set to feature in the first Piano for Pleasure concert of the year taking place at the end to...
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