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...
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...
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