October 28, 2024
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...
October 27, 2024
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...
October 26, 2024
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...
October 25, 2024
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...
October 25, 2024
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...
October 25, 2024
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...
October 24, 2024
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...
October 23, 2024
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...
October 23, 2024
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...
October 22, 2024
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,...
October 21, 2024
Feedback wanted for social media education program
THE State Government is seeking feedback from parents, teachers and young people about potential age limits for social media. The findings from the survey, which...
October 21, 2024
Hub to support First Nations entrepreneurs
A BUSINESS and cultural hub has opened in the centre of Ballarat, designed to help Victorian Aboriginal businesses, students and artists flourish. Minister for Employment...
October 20, 2024
Remembering early gold miner activism
HISTORIAN Marjorie Theobald will be at the Eureka Centre next month exploring instances of gold miner activism that occurred before the Eureka Stockade. Despite the...
October 20, 2024
Water provider supports local
ROUND two of Central Highlands Water's community support program is now open for applications. The initiative aims to support local community groups, sporting clubs, events...
October 19, 2024
Retrospective exhibition remembers young artists legacy
THE Art Gallery of Ballarat and the Koorie Heritage Trust are presenting the first display of retrospective works by the late Josh Muir. JXSH MVIR:...
October 17, 2024
Old school opens doors for brigade fundraiser
THE Kingston Fire Brigade is inviting the community to take part in an open garden event to raise money for a new tanker. The owners...
October 17, 2024
Opera to spread Christmas joy
A ONE act opera which tells the story of the Three Wise Men travelling to Bethlehem will be performed at Buninyong Uniting Church next...
October 17, 2024
Have a cracking time at the Clunes Show
AFFORDABLE family fun is on offer this spring at the Clunes Agricultural Show, with free entry for children. Taking place on Saturday 16 November, the...
October 15, 2024
Program upskilling regional healthcare workers
FEDERATION University researchers are helping to upskill regional and rural healthcare workers. Supported by funding from the Department of Education and Training, the Healthy Regions...
October 13, 2024
Discover hidden Chinese Australian history
HISTORIAN and senior lecturer Dr Sophie Loy-Wilson will be at Sovereign Hill uncovering the history of the Ballarat Chinese community through court cases on...
October 13, 2024
Student wins big for school library
INTERCLUB'S most recent Bookfest has raised funds for the organisation that supports adults with disabilities, as well as Dana Street Primary School. The event, which...
October 13, 2024
Wiggly good ambassador supports wildlife park
THE Big Red Car is rolling into the Ballarat Wildlife Park with Blue Wiggle, Lucia Field named the organisation's new conservation ambassador. The appointment is...
October 12, 2024
Plan to promote inclusivity and innovation
GRAMPIANS Health staff have celebrated the launch of their inaugural disability action plan. The document provides a framework for reducing and removing barriers experienced by...
October 12, 2024
Sharing autistic women’s experiences through art
FEDERATION University Master of Visual Arts candidate, Vienna Drysdale Bischard, is celebrating her disability in her exhibition Autistic Artistic at the Post Office Gallery. On...
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