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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 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
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 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
$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 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...
July 3, 2025
Find joy in journalling
Artist Tegan Crosbie will be sharing the art of junk journalling this month as part of Ballarat Winter Festival. Crosbie will host two creative sessions...
July 3, 2025
Tradie network event helps peers connect
TRADIES from across the region have gathered at Ballarat North Sports Club to make connections and meet industry leaders. The Ballarat Tradie Network event was...
July 3, 2025
Zero per cent rate rise approved – City of Ballarat council meeting briefs
CITY of Ballarat councillors unanimously voted for a zero per cent average rate rise at June's council meeting. The cost-of-living measure is part of the...
July 2, 2025
Drought taskforce aims to guide future relief
PREMIER Jacinta Allan visited Ballarat last Friday for the third meeting of the State Government's drought response taskforce. Ms Allan is the chair of the...
July 2, 2025
Panel to review State’s owners corp rules
THE State Government has announced an independent panel will review the Owners Corporation Act to ensure it is fair and efficient. One in four Victorians...
July 1, 2025
Protect your water meter from frost
CENTRAL Highlands Water staff are urging the community to protect water meters from frost this winter. Frosts can freeze or burst water meters, and to...
July 1, 2025
Red bandage sparks conversations around blood donation
BLOOD and plasma donors have become easier to recognise with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood permanently replacing its white arm bandages with branded red bandages. The...
June 30, 2025
Municipality seeks to increase community engagement
CITY of Ballarat staff are seeking residents' feedback on the draft Community Engagement Policy. The current policy was adopted in 2021, and the review aims...
June 30, 2025
Epicure vocalist brings nostalgia in new album
FORMER Epicure lead vocalist Juan Alban is celebrating the release of his third solo album with a show at Ballarat Trades Hall. Alban's Guilt Zone...
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
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 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 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...
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