June 2, 2023
Local beermakers brew up big wins
TWO of Ballarat’s brewers have received gongs in this year’s Australian International Beer Awards. Dollar Bill Brewing reigned with three accolades including Champion Australian Beer...
June 2, 2023
Flag raised for reconciliation
THE Aboriginal flag flew above Queen Victoria Square at the front of Town Hall on Tuesday in a collaborative first between the City of...
June 2, 2023
Cap comp back for seasonal support
WITH winter here, the battle will soon be on to see who can make the best knitted caps as part of a returning competition...
June 2, 2023
Tax cash needed for mobile repair
WITH the end of the financial year looming, staff at Grampians Health are calling on the community to help update equipment for their portable...
June 2, 2023
Clovers claim first comp win
SINCE forming last year, members of Ballarat’s only Gaelic football club have been flying high following their first competition win. Ballarat Clovers’ triumph came after...
June 1, 2023
Council to call for residents’ concerns – City of Ballarat council meeting briefs
CITY of Ballarat councillors are aiming to advocate on behalf of residents looking to push back at a proposed substation at 203 York Street...
May 31, 2023
Ratepayers to cover cost of councillor quarrel
IN-fighting between Golden Plains Shire councillors has cost the organisation unconfirmed funds following an arbitration process held earlier this year. The investigation was carried out...
May 31, 2023
Feet first effort to fund rec reserve fun
AN upcoming event is returning to the region aimed at helping people get their feet around line dancing, all while supporting the community. Taking place...
May 28, 2023
Rural backgrounds to reintroduce artist
THE next exhibition at the Old Butchers Shop Gallery will mark something of a homecoming for the displaying artist despite living in the region...
May 26, 2023
Local hotels claim state hospitality awards
TWO of Ballarat’s institutions have won out against statewide competition at this year’s Australian Hotels Associations’ Victorian State Awards for Excellence. Announced last week during...
May 26, 2023
Young trailblazers in the spotlight
NOMINATIONS are now open for this year’s City of Ballarat Youth Awards. With names being accepted until Sunday, 18 June, mayor Cr Des Hudson said...
May 26, 2023
Gift shop a base for volunteer support
A NEW volunteer-run gift shop has opened Ballarat Base Hospital. Located in the Gardiner Pittard Foyer next to Kitchen Quarters Coffee Shop, the store was...
May 26, 2023
Footy alumni to revisit wins
PLAYERS of premierships past will look back on their glory seasons as part of a joint reunion later this year organised by members of...
May 26, 2023
Swimming clubs come together
A TEAM-UP between two of the region’s swimming teams has ensured the continuation of the Special Olympics Ballarat. The team has amalgamated with the Ballarat...
May 26, 2023
Footy side still coming together
WITH the passing of the third Sunday of May came the annual reunion for past players of Ballarat YCW Football Club’s junior third eighteen...
May 25, 2023
Crafters ready for annual event
ARTWORKS woven from creatives’ imaginations will soon be on display as part of a decades-old craft group’s annual exhibition. The Robert Clark Conservatory is set...
May 25, 2023
Artists open up shared studio space
THE former masonic building on Camp Street now home to half-a-dozen artists and makers will be opened to the public this weekend. Throughout Saturday and...
May 25, 2023
Jousting comp to honour castle king
THE sport of knights will be on display at Kryal Castle this weekend with the return of the Keith Ryall Memorial Jousting Tournament. The annual...
May 23, 2023
Paying it forward for not-for-profits
A CHARITY ball which debuted last year is returning early next month with the aim of raising funds for two local non-profits. Since debuting the...
May 20, 2023
Low-cost tips on keeping warm
WITH winter on the way, the latest Smart Living Ballarat free sustainability workshop will be aimed at teaching people how to cheaply stay warm. Organised...
May 20, 2023
How to ask for a helping hand
BETWEEN National Volunteer Week and a volunteer expo on Tuesday, the idea of donating your time and effort was on a lot of people’s...
May 20, 2023
Colourful call back to region’s past
THE latest exhibitor at the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s Backspace is reinterpreting Victorian geography with a vibrant spin. Reimagining our Cultural Landscapes is visual artist...
May 19, 2023
Heritage Fest to turn back time
THE city’s streets will be awash with all things retro from today until next weekend with the return of the award-winning Ballarat Heritage Festival. Past-century...
May 19, 2023
Club coach nets 300th match
A VETERAN of the Lake Wendouree Football Netball Club reached a milestone game during the club’s match against Sunbury earlier this month. After 20 non-consecutive...
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