June 29, 2025
University increases support for neurodivergent students
FEDERATION University is increasing support provided to neurodivergent students with low sensory spaces, a toolkit for staff and students, support for neurodiverse student clubs,...
June 28, 2025
Contract termination called ‘reactive’, ‘unfair’
MEMBERS of the Victorian Socialists Ballarat and Free Palestine Ballarat have called the termination of the Ballarat Renewable Energy and Zero Emissions (BREAZE) group's...
June 28, 2025
Dry July campaign will support wellness centre
BRIGHTLY dressed Englishman Peter Willis has been named this year's Grampians Health Dry July ambassador. He has called Australia home since 1987, but on a...
June 26, 2025
Nourishment nooks supporting students
NOURISHMENT Nooks across Federation University's campuses are providing relief to students who face cost of living pressures. The facilities offer free food, hygiene products and...
June 26, 2025
Miners home games relocated
CONTINUED roof leaks at Selkirk Stadium have forced the relocation of all remaining home games in the NBL1 South season to the Buxton Minderdome. The...
June 24, 2025
Small steps to protect waterways
CORANGAMITE Catchment Management Authority staff are encouraging residents to protect local waterways like the Yarrowee, Leigh, Moorabool and Barwon rivers by undertaking six actions. Community...
June 23, 2025
Market to showcase small businesses
INDEPENDENT designers, artists and creators will gather at the Mining Exchange next month to celebrate small business and ethical trading. The Design Exchange Market includes...
June 23, 2025
Glowing tram back on track
BALLARAT'S night tram will be returning to the tracks as part of the city's Winter Festival, glowing through the Botanical Gardens precinct. Attendees can take...
June 21, 2025
Warm up with Winter Fest
BALLARAT Winter Festival is returning, with the addition of a Spiegeltent offering a program of entertainment throughout July. It will be located opposite the ice-skating...
June 21, 2025
Young speakers leave lasting legacy
SOME of the region's best public speakers have gathered at Legacy House, Ballarat to take part in the annual Legacy Junior Public Speaking Competition. The...
June 20, 2025
Support network stands with refugees on world day and beyond
REFUGEE Week is underway in Ballarat with a range of events and activities to promote greater awareness around refugees and the issues they face. The...
June 20, 2025
Showgrounds open at Mount Rowan
THE new Ballarat Showgrounds site has officially opened, and is set to host this year’s Ballarat Show following a hiatus in 2024. The new showgrounds...
June 19, 2025
Students embrace sustainability
A NEW Central Highlands Water Choose Tap water fountain has been installed at Invermay Primary School. The fountain aims to encourage students to refill reusable...
June 19, 2025
Road plan to be updated
THE City of Ballarat's updated Road Management Plan is open for community feedback. The document details the municipality's standards for inspecting, maintaining and repairing the...
June 19, 2025
Crane names highlight locals
THREE cranes named after prominent locals are becoming part of the city’s skyline to assist the Ballarat Base Hospital redevelopment. The redevelopment...
June 18, 2025
A winter wonderland returns to the hill
SOVEREIGN Hill's Winter Wonderlights will return this July where the outdoor museum's main street will transform into a canopy of light. This year's event will...
June 17, 2025
Be aware of above average bushfire risk this winter
EMERGENCY Management Victoria is warning there will be an above average bushfire risk for large parts of Victoria this winter. The Australian seasonal bushfire outlook...
June 16, 2025
Grampians Health celebrates volunteers
GRAMPIANS Health staff have hosted an introductory wellbeing and support session to show gratitude for local volunteers. The aim of the session was to connect...
June 15, 2025
Coffee collab highlights local produce
ITINERANT Spirits has collaborated with Karon Farm Coffee to create a bottled espresso martini. The creation began as a one-off for last year's Dark Obsidian...
June 12, 2025
Gallery celebrates Pride Month
THE Art Gallery of Ballarat is celebrating Pride Month with a new work on the Art Screen and an online exhibition. Peter Waples-Crowe’s Ngaya (I...
June 12, 2025
Bridge Mall design takes top honour
THE Bridge Mall redevelopment has been recognised at the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects Vic Awards taking out the top civic landscape honour, the...
June 12, 2025
Pet registration reminder
CITY of Ballarat staff are reminding residents to ensure they have renewed pet registrations. It is a legal requirement under the Domestic Animals Act 1994...
June 11, 2025
L2P Program reaches million-hour milestone
THE State Government’s L2P Program has reached one million hours of helping young people learn to drive. The program, which has operated since 2009, matches...
June 10, 2025
Future stars to shine at South Street
ASPIRING singers, dancers, orators, writers, musicians and composers are preparing to take to the stage as part of this year's Royal South Street Eisteddfod. The...
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