June 9, 2025
Funding to support student driving program
A GRANT from Study Melbourne's inclusion program will support Federation University in developing an International Student Driving Program. The $30,000 grant aims to help international...
June 9, 2025
Refugee advocate strives for change
A PASSION for creating community is what Maureen Doonan said drives her to advocate and provide practical support for refugees and asylum seekers. She has...
June 9, 2025
Businessman reflects on motoring legacy
AUTOMOTIVE dealer Peter Stevens said he’s not sure if it was luck or divine intervention that led to his major successes in the car...
June 9, 2025
Shifting world views through education
AUSTRALIAN Catholic University Associate Professor Mellita Jones believes education has a liberating effect. “I have always loved learning. I used to say that if I...
June 8, 2025
State supports Mechanics’ Institute
THE State Government is backing the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute to upgrade their facilities with a $9000 grant. The funding is part of the Mechanics' Institutes...
June 6, 2025
Simulated crash tests airport emergency plan
A SIMULATION of a fatal plane crash occurred at Ballarat Airport on Tuesday morning to test the facility's emergency plan. The exercise was a collaboration...
June 6, 2025
The 90-year legacy of Haymes Paint
HAYMES Paint has unveiled the new David Haymes Centre for Excellence in Mitchell Park which will support the business' innovation into the future. The centre...
June 5, 2025
BWEZ to bring more jobs
STAGE two civil works and the extension of Liberator Drive have been completed at the Ballarat West Employment Zone, or BWEZ. The project was completed...
June 5, 2025
Council opposes Emergency Services Volunteers Fund – City of Ballarat council meeting briefs
CITY of Ballarat councillors have unanimously voted to formally oppose the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund and the requirement by the State Government to...
June 5, 2025
Italian community marks Republic Day
BALLARAT'S Italian community, students from Siena Catholic Primary School Lucas, and City of Ballarat councillors Jim Rinaldi and Ted Lapkin celebrated Italian Republic Day...
June 5, 2025
Pride Month honours LGBTIQA+ rights, culture
THE second annual Ballarat Pride Month is on this June celebrating the LGBTIQA+ community. More than 40 events will take place across the month led...
June 4, 2025
New locals pass offers free entry to Sovereign Hill
RESIDENTS from local postcodes who attend Sovereign Hill's Winter Wonderlights can have 12 months of free entry to the outdoor museum with a locals...
June 4, 2025
Feedback sought on gallery plan
THE Ballarat community is being invited to provide feedback on the Art Gallery of Ballarat master plan. The plan will shape the future of the...
June 3, 2025
Stories through visual poetry
A COLLAGE exhibition at Kank Wolverang Records is exploring poetry, identity and imagination. The visual poetry exhibition entitled When Words Collide includes works in English,...
June 2, 2025
Skills shed supports community connectivity
LEARMONTH has a new community skills shed that will serve as a hub for the residents to stay connected. The project, located at the Learmonth...
June 2, 2025
GH clinical trial participants recognised
GRAMPIANS Health staff have thanked clinical trial participants for their contributions to advancing healthcare. A morning tea was held earlier this month to coincide with...
June 2, 2025
Scholarships help students achieve
A RECORD amount of financial assistance has been offered to Federation University students this year. Across all campuses, 309 scholarships awarded a total of more...
May 30, 2025
Fun, fitness and laugher through Scottish dancing
COMMUNITY members interested in trying Scottish country dancing are invited to join weekly classes in Ballarat. Led by teacher Heather Ross, the Ballarat Scottish Country...
May 29, 2025
Trio returns to Anglican Hall
Helen Ayres, Tim Nankervis and Anna Goldsworthy are returning to the Anglican Cathedral Synod Hall to share their music with the community. The Seraphim Trio...
May 29, 2025
Spud celebration returns
Dean Hall and Mechanics' Institute's Big Spud Dinner is returning tomorrow, Friday 30 May, to raise funds for the community. The event celebrates the humble...
May 29, 2025
Grampians Health board chair appointed
ROB Knowles has been appointed by the State Government as Grampians Health's board chair. The appointment follows his tenure as interim chair and CEO Dale...
May 27, 2025
Energy rebates aim to help residents save
A REBATE program offered by the City of Ballarat is aiming to encourage residents to switch to energy-efficient electric appliances. Residents can claim rebates on...
May 27, 2025
Help shape Ballarat heritage guidelines
COMMUNITY feedback is being sought by the City of Ballarat about a new framework for conserving and managing the region's heritage. The project will involve...
May 26, 2025
Nominations open for youth awards
NOMINATIONS are open for this year's City of Ballarat youth awards that celebrate outstanding young people from across the region. Nominations are open for those...
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