Illuminating Irish women of Eureka
A PROJECT uncovering the unknown contributions of Irish women to Ballarat's development during the goldrush period is nearly complete. The findings made by Way Back...
ACU arts hub launches
AUSTRALIAN Catholic University has launched a new regional arts and humanities hub in Ballarat. The centre will be led by Ballarat-based ACU historian associate professor...
Hospital redevelopment enters final stage
STAGE two of the Ballarat Base Hospital redevelopment has been completed including a six-storey power supply and support services building. Minister for Health Infrastructure Mary-Anne...
Wild attraction up for top prize
THE Ballarat Wildlife Park has been named a finalist in the major tourism attraction category of this year's Victorian Tourism Awards. The awards by the...
Power pilot begins
BALLARAT families can now access a free digital tool from the State Electricity Commission to help them switch to energy efficient electrical appliances. The pilot...
Putting with purpose
MEMBERS of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute are inviting the community to join them at Snake Valley Golf Club this month to raise money for...
Chat and collaborate with local police
COMMUNITY members and local businesses in some of Ballarat's fringe areas are invited to attend a policing forum to talk with local officers about...
Uncovering the truth about James ‘King’ O’Malley
THE month of November will see the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute host four Twilight Talks about the theme 'uncovering the past.' On Wednesday 20 November, retired...
Water poster comp winners announced
THE winners of Central Highland Water's National Water Week poster competition have been announced. Entries were received from local early learning, kindergarten and primary school...
New classrooms opened at St Aloysius
MEMBER for Ballarat Catherine King has opened a new junior learning hub at St Aloysius Primary School. Ms King visited the school last Friday to...
Basketball’s big names head to Ballarat
WOMEN'S National Basketball League team Bendigo Spirit will be heading to Ballarat next month to play an in-season game at Selkirk Stadium. The round four...
Ideas ready to spark
COMMUNITY Bank Buninyong has announced the finalists of its SparkTank initiative which will see up to fifty thousand dollars distributed to community groups across...
Improving outcomes for stroke patients
GRAMPIANS Health researchers are looking to improve the outcomes for patients who experience an in-hospital stroke. An in-hospital stroke occurs once a patient is already...
Fed Uni improves global ranking
Federation University Australia has improved its score in the latest edition of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The University was ranked in the...
Grants support local history
APPLICATIONS are open for the State Governments local history grants program which supports community groups to preserve and showcase records. The program has been running...
Staying hydrated, sustainably
THE installation of a Central Highlands Water Choose Tap water fountain at the Ballarat Wildlife Park is aiming to help visitors stay hydrated in...
Iconic gems for sale at fair
TWO iconic local treasures will be among the goods for sale at next weekend's Wizard's Annual Book and Record Fair. A Bertie the Cellerman statue...
Road repairs get moving
THE State Government has announced a road maintenance blitz to repair roads across the state. The $964 million project is the largest amount of funding...
Police officer celebrated with inaugural award
THE late Senior Constable Merv Atkinson has been honoured with an inaugural Victoria Police Aboriginal Service Medal. The award recognises Aboriginal police men and women's...
Prestigious art prize returns
St Patrick's College's Flanagan Art Prize is returning as a major competition and exhibition next year. Held annually since 2008 before becoming a residency in...
Garden lovers to open doors
MEMBERS of the Creswick community are preparing to open their gates and invite the public into their gardens as part of the Garden Lovers...
Experts to provide insights about lost trades
TWO experts will be at the Centre for Rare Arts and Forgotten Trades next month sharing insights about their craft. On Saturday 9 November, embroiderer...
Exhibition intertwines art and democracy
Paris-based Australian artist Anthony White has brought his bright works to Ballarat which draw on new research about the Eureka Rebellion. After Eureka: The Studies...
Preparing for the pollen season
PREDICTIONS for this year's grass pollen season are indicating there will be high pollen levels causing risks for people with asthma or hay fever. AirHealth,...