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- Miriam Litwin is a journalist and digital content lead with the Ballarat Times, Golden Plains Times and Moorabool News, covering local politics and community news.
July 22, 2025
School holiday fire safety reminder
BEFORE the school holidays come to an end, Victorian fire services are encouraging the community to practice their home fire escape plan. Everyone who lives...
July 22, 2025
Eligibility change allows more blood donations
AUSTRALIAN Red Cross Lifeblood has confirmed changes to eligibility rules for blood and plasma donation which will allow more Australians to donate. Previous rules prevented...
July 20, 2025
Youth exhibition to explore identity
REGISTRATIONS for this year's The Y Ballarat Youth Art Exhibition are open. The 2025 theme is identity, and young people aged 12 to 25 and...
July 20, 2025
Program to bridge digital divide
A FREE program at Ballarat East Neighbourhood House will help women from refugee and multicultural backgrounds improve their digital skills. Funded by the Federal Government,...
July 20, 2025
Podcast celebrates 25 years of Arts Foundation
A NEW podcast by the Ballarat Arts Foundation is celebrating 25 years of the organisation. Podcast series 25 Years, 25 Artists premiered on Wednesday and...
July 19, 2025
Renal hub to improve patient outcomes
GRAMPIANS Health has transitioned to become an independent renal hub which will result in expanded services. Renal units in Ballarat and Horsham had previously operated...
July 18, 2025
Donation honours Janine’s legacy
ANOTHER significant contribution has been made to the Ballarat Foundation's Janine Owen Fund by her husband Tim Owen. The fund was set up in 2013...
July 17, 2025
Nature stewards returns to Ballarat
THE nature stewards program is returning for its fourth year to empower community members to care for the environment. The initiative is a partnership between...
July 17, 2025
Must-see Nordic films at Palace Regent
UNCOVER the best new cinema from the Nordic region at Palace Regent Cinema’s Hurtigruten Scandinavian Film Festival. Running until Sunday 3 August, the lineup includes...
July 15, 2025
Fish stocked for school holiday fun
AHEAD of this school holidays, about 35,000 trout have been released into Victorian lakes by the state government. The initiative aims to provide families with...
July 14, 2025
STEM workshops inspire next generation
YOUNG people interested in learning about virtual reality, 3D game design, design and architectural modelling, and using digital systems to solve problems are invited...
July 13, 2025
Bendix celebrates 70-year legacy
THIS year marks the seventieth anniversary of brake pad manufacturer Bendix in Australia, beginning operations in Ballarat in 1955. The organisation is set to commemorate...
July 13, 2025
Exploring folklore and the feminine
ARTIST, apprentice, tattoo artist and theatre set producer Chrissy Button is sharing works inspired by folklore and the feminine at Backspace Gallery. Daughters of Baba...
July 12, 2025
Magical experience made more inclusive
FOR the first time, Sovereign Hill will be offering a sensory friendly version of Winter Wonderlights, making the iconic experience more accessible. Running from Monday...
July 11, 2025
World-class piano finds home at BMI
ROYAL South Street Society has welcomed the arrival of a Schimmel Konzert Grand K195 piano to be housed at the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute. The Margaret...
July 10, 2025
$970,000 road trial shows signs of failure
A RECENTLY completed road trial using a nanotechnology stabilising agent at Bald Hills is already showing signs of failure. The $970,000 trial conducted by the...
July 10, 2025
Alliance calls for collaboration with State Government
THE Greater Ballarat Alliance of Councils, or GBAC, have met with Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos to advocate for collaboration between the two...
July 10, 2025
Uniform celebrates Country and community
THE Ballarat Miners took to the court last weekend in a First Nations uniform designed by Noongar Traditional Custodian, Shakira Winmar. The uniform celebrates Country,...
July 10, 2025
NAIDOC week looks to future leaders
NAIDOC week celebrations have been taking place across Ballarat this week with a flag raising ceremony and community day. The initiative runs until Sunday 13...
July 8, 2025
Uni increases impact ranking
FEDERATION University has been named within the top ten per cent of institutions globally for sustainable development. It was also among the top 25 universities...
July 7, 2025
Scholarships help students give back
APPLICATIONS for the next round of Youthrive Victoria's university and rural chances scholarships are open. Since 2011, the not-for-profit organisation has provided more than $2.75...
July 6, 2025
Campaigning for the electric switch
A NEW social media campaign from Ballarat Renewable Energy and Zero Emissions, or BREAZE, is sharing the stories of Ballarat residents who have made...
July 4, 2025
Moth to illuminate the sky throughout
A GIANT Bogong moth will soon light up Lydiard Street as a symbol of sustenance, survival and interconnectedness. The artwork will be located at the...
July 4, 2025
Cafs awarded financial counselling grant
CAFS has received $900,000 in State Government funding to launch a Financial Wellness Hub for regional Victorians. The organisation, which offers wellbeing support services to...
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