February 24, 2026
A life of leadership and philanthropy
A FAMILY background of giving back influenced the direction that life would take for Jill Oliver. Recently named among this year's Great Women of Ballarat...
February 23, 2026
Helping others navigate belonging
BRINGING all people together in a spirit of support and friendship is a passion for Sherley Hart. Ms Hart has served the Ballarat community for...
February 23, 2026
Boys choir bringing Bach to Ballarat
LOCAL music lovers are in for a treat when The Australian Boys Choir visits Ballarat to perform J. S. Bach's St John Passion next...
February 21, 2026
Robust result at country titles for Ballarat Water Polo Club teams
BALLARAT Water Polo Club has returned home with a strong result at the state Country Championships in the countdown to the city hosting the...
February 19, 2026
Soft plastics program to continue
BALLARAT'S soft plastics recycling program is set to continue after the City pilot initiative diverted a whopping 40,000 kilograms of the stuff from landfill. It...
February 18, 2026
Bob Brown among Booktown drawcards
ECO veteran and former Greens leader Bob Brown, Miles Franklin winner Sofie Laguna and astrophysicist Krystal De Napoli are among special guests set to...
February 17, 2026
Move aims to guarantee Free TAFE
THE option gain a qualification, retrain or get a fresh start in a new field of in-demand work at a comparatively low cost looks...
February 17, 2026
New trial to tackle a pesky pollutant
A NEW trial at some of the region's local transfer stations means Hepburn Shire residents will be able to drop off their pesky polystyrene...
February 16, 2026
Smart living expo returns to Buninyong
SAVING money, helping the planet and having a pretty good time in the process is what's in store as Buninyong Sustainability prepares to host...
February 16, 2026
Sovereign Hill saddles up for Lunar New Year
SOME very special equine characters are preparing to help celebrate the Lunar New Year at Sovereign Hill. The fact that 2026 is the Year of...
February 15, 2026
A walk on the arty side
THE creative folk who make up Soldiers Hill Artist Collective (SHAC) are once again preparing to launch their annual Soldiers Hill Art Walk. It's good...
February 14, 2026
Chance to shape city’s heritage trail
BALLARAT residents are being invited to help shape a new interactive heritage trail planned for Lydiard Street, with community consultation now open until 27...
February 12, 2026
Grabbing gazes for the Good Friday Appeal
BILLBOARD specialist Gawk Outdoor has announced a partnership with the Good Friday Appeal to promote how the fundraiser impacts patients at the Royal Children's...
February 12, 2026
Good Friday Appeal dollars for local health services
A NEW Ballarat accommodation facility for regional families to use is something Grampians Health will gain with help from the Royal Children's Hospital Good...
February 11, 2026
Creswick’s grand old hall to celebrate 150th
A GRAND old dame of Creswick is bracing her foundations ahead of her impending 150th birthday celebrations. Everyone is invited to help mark the occasion...
February 10, 2026
Swing sounds on tap at Ballarat Jazz Club
THE Martini Set will bring its swinging sound and upbeat vibe to Ballarat this Sunday 8 February, as part of the Ballarat Jazz Club's...
February 9, 2026
Finding home on Ballarat’s empty plinth
MORE than one person reached discreetly for a handkerchief as artist Kathy Holowko spoke of the experiences that inspired her contribution to Ballarat's Empty...
February 9, 2026
Kinder swim program linked to broader developmental gains
A KINDERGARTEN program that integrates swimming lessons into the school day is delivering benefits that extend beyond water safety, educators say, with improvements seen...
February 9, 2026
Council calls for help to identify heritage sites
RESIDENTS with knowledge of places that help tell Ballarat's story are being invited to help shape the city's future, with a fresh round of...
February 8, 2026
Hidden gems uncovered at The Unicorn
CREATIVE talent from across the Ballarat region is being showcased this month in a new exhibition at The Unicorn Collection in Sturt Street. Twelve artists...
February 6, 2026
Women who strengthen a city
THE Ballarat Foundation has honoured six outstanding local women whose leadership, advocacy and community service have shaped Ballarat. The six – Larelle Kuczer, Sherley Hart,...
February 3, 2026
Solar panels to supply nearly a fifth of BALC’s power
THE Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre (BALC) is taking a major step toward sustainability with the installation of 368 solar panels on its 50m...
February 3, 2026
Young sailors find their sea legs at Lake Wendouree
GETTING out on the water and learning to sail has been a highlight of summer for 11 local children who took part in Ballarat...
February 1, 2026
Ballarat Turf Club tees off for charity
A SIGNIFICANT slice of Ballarat's racing community is preparing to swap the racecourse turf for the fairways, if only for a day. The Ballarat Turf...
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