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May 29, 2025

Nerves, excitement for Hawkins ahead of Beaufort appearance

GEELONG legend Tom Hawkins became accustomed to being a part of big games during a stellar 359-game AFL career with the Cats,...

May 24, 2025

Jolly named state’s top young athlete

STAR BMX racer Josh Jolly's USA Pro Series campaign is off to a flying start. Competing in the top-tier pro men's class, the 19-year-old is...

May 23, 2025

Roosters rewarded for effort

AFTER a few close calls, North Ballarat is hoping a breakthrough win over Redan can be a bit of a turning point. The Roosters posted...

May 23, 2025

Roos rebound strongly; tough Swans test awaits

EAST Point coach Joe Carmody has said he was pleased with the Kangaroos' emphatic response to a 45-point loss to Sunbury, after inflicting reigning...

May 23, 2025

Lions make statement in win over Roosters

REDAN’S BFNL A-grade netball drought against North Ballarat is finally over, after the Lions stunned the powerhouse Roosters at City Oval last Saturday. The Lions...

May 23, 2025

Fry has ‘throw at the stumps’ in cup heats

HADDON greyhound trainer Ashleigh Fry admits a tilt at this Sunday's Sportsbet Ballarat Cup heats will be a massive step-up in grade for Reiko...

May 20, 2025

Exhibition urges visitors to channel their inner Litherland

A NEW interactive exhibition at the RACV ArtHouse is paying homage to renowned Creswick artist Victor Litherland. My Creswick Sketchbook opened in late March and...

May 16, 2025

Coach full of praise for milestone Roosters goal shooter

NORTH Ballarat multiple-premiership coach Annie McCartin has lauded star goal shooter Maddy Selmon following her 250th club game for the Roosters in last Saturday's...

May 16, 2025

Burra get overdue ‘reward for effort’ with strong win

SEBASTOPOL coach Tony Lockyer says an impressive win over Lake Wendouree will provide the Burra with a boost of momentum as they head into...

May 12, 2025

Great 1934 air race to be celebrated on stage

THE rags to riches story of Ballarat-born philanthropist and entrepreneur Sir MacPherson Robertson and his commitment to sponsoring a London to Melbourne air race...

May 11, 2025

Teenager raises the bar with athletics feats

THE dust has barely settled on the 2024-25 track and field season - but at least one young Ballarat athlete could be forgiven for...

May 9, 2025

Lions welcome challenge against league benchmark

REDAN coach Gary Learmonth says he is looking forward to seeing the young Lions embrace the challenge of facing top BFNL side Melton on...

May 9, 2025

Art Space show walks line between beauty & danger.

FOR multidisciplinary artist Annelise Serena Belladonna, art is a catalyst for personal growth and self-discovery. The 25-year-old founder of Atropa Studios' first solo exhibition, Belladonna,...

May 9, 2025

New-look Roosters defence wins plaudits following tough win

NORTH Ballarat coach Annie McCartin says she is proud of how her players responded to their first loss of the season, after surviving a...

May 2, 2025

Good early signs for Swans

BALLARAT coach Ash Baker believes the Swans still have plenty of upside despite their ultra-encouraging start to the 2025 BFNL season. The young Swans set...

May 2, 2025

Sleeping bags, tents sought for rough sleepers

AS Ballarat's Rough Sleepers Fundraiser approaches, organisers have said the need for donations of sleeping bags and tents is greater than ever. An annual event,...

May 2, 2025

Lions win a platform to build on

REDAN coach Ashlee Smith believes a breakthrough win against East Point last Saturday will breed confidence in the playing group. After a pair of close...

April 25, 2025

Digital upskilling underway for hospital workforce

A NEW pilot program aimed at enhancing the digital skills of health sector workers has been rolled out at Grampians Health. Supported by the State...

April 25, 2025

Plenty of scope for improvement, says East coach

THE most pleasing aspect of East Point's 3-0 start to the season for coach Joe Carmody is understanding the Kangaroos' best is still to...

April 25, 2025

Roosters aim to reboundas team chemistry builds

NORTH Ballarat coach Clint Proctor is preaching patience as the Roosters negotiate a testing start to the 2025 BFNL season. The Roosters, who clash with...

April 20, 2025

Podcast has chance to persuade critics, audiences

A BALLARAT National Theatre-produced podcast is in line for international honours. Inspired by the Jane Austen novel, the Persuasion Podcast – directed by Liana Emmerson...

April 19, 2025

Residents shape road safety upgrades

THE State Government has praised input from the Buninyong Road Safety Committee in shaping a pair of road safety upgrades to be undertaken in...

April 18, 2025

Redan aiming to bounce back in Good Friday blockbuster

REDAN coach Gary Learmonth believes a standalone clash on Good Friday against Sunbury will give his side exposure to some finals-like atmosphere, with a...

April 18, 2025

McLean praises Lakers’ resilience in tough win over Melton

THE 2025 version of Lake Wendouree is still a work in progress, but A-grade netball coach Courtney McLean spotted some encouraging signs in the...