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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 31, 2025
A month of tasty treats
BALLARAT'S Best Pie competition returns for another year, running throughout the month of August. The city's cafes, restaurants and bakeries will be offering 36 unique...
July 31, 2025
Arts options to be investigated – City of Ballarat council meeting briefs
A NOTICE of motion to undertake engagement with local arts organisations, community members and stakeholders to prepare a report with recommendations for council was...
July 31, 2025
Intersection reopened in sewer build
LINE marking at the intersection of Humffray Street South and Barkly Street has been completed, marking the next stage of Ballarat’s sewer build. Works were...
July 31, 2025
Artist explores transformation and growth
AN exhibition by Smythes Creek artist Vanessa Brady is showcasing the transformation of her artistic style and native wildlife through acrylic paintings. Wild...
July 28, 2025
Health initiative celebrates a decade
THIS year marks a decade of Central Highlands Water and the City of Ballarat's Choose Tap program which provides free access to drinking water...
July 26, 2025
Which pie will be named Ballarat’s best?
THE battle for Ballarat's Best Pie is back for another year with thirty-six unique savoury and sweet pies on offer at local cafes, restaurants...
July 26, 2025
Illustrator brings stories to life
BESTSELLING author and illustrator Yuval Zommer has transformed the windows of Collins Booksellers Ballarat on Lydiard into a natural wonderland. The work is inspired by...
July 25, 2025
Uncover opportunities at jobs expo
THE BGT Ballarat Jobs and Training Expo is returning to The Goods Shed today, Friday 25 July, with opportunities to explore careers, training, and...
July 23, 2025
Creative competition encourages recycling
THE City of Ballarat is calling on local school students to use their imagination and create an artwork that encourages the community to correctly...
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
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 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 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
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 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 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...
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