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More than just an expo…

AGED & Disability Expo Australia is set to host one of Australia's biggest community events for the aged care and disability sector as it...

Australia’s Oldest Eisteddfod Launches 2026 Season in Ballarat

THE Royal South Street Society (RSSS) has officially launched the 2026 RSSS Ballarat Eisteddfod season, celebrating one of Australia's oldest and most respected performing...

Geelong Travel’s Stuart Coffield invites travellers to explore the world

Geelong Travel director Stuart Coffield is inviting local travellers to explore some of the world’s more sought-after cruise destinations at an exclusive information evening. The...

GLP-1 medications and sleep apnoea: helpful tool or overhyped cure?

GLP-1 peptide medications have quickly become one of the biggest talking points in health and weight loss, with many people now wondering whether they...

Nominate great growers, producers, and those with community spirit

THE Ballarat region is home to an incredible business community, filled with passionate people, innovative ideas and enterprises that continue to shape the future...

Lydiard Furniture and Antiques to turn 35 on 17 June 2026

IT was an icy cold day on 17 June 1991 when I moved into 205–207 Lydiard Street North. Then it was a ramshackle old tin...

Helping future tradies find their footing

NICK Callahan's pathway into plumbing shows how hands-on training, commitment and a calm approach can lead to real career opportunities. Through his studies at The...

Full digital edition, June 12

How to conquer the rush without stepping foot in the kitchen

It is 5.30pm on a rainy weekday. You have just survived a long regional commute, your digital inbox is still flashing, and the kids...

Grants back clubs to promote road safety message

A unique and enduring partnership between AFL Victoria and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) is encouraging grassroots football and netball clubs across the state...

How Neale Daniher’s influence convinced No. 1 pick to join Dees

SEN Former AFL ruckman Jeff White credits much of his career to late footy icon Neale Daniher. Daniher, who passed away last month after a long...

Gorse is daunting, working together makes it easier.

THE distinctive yellow flowers of gorse are appearing across the Ballarat region. Gorse is a difficult weed with its numerous long-lived seed – 30...

Helping Australians build a smarter energy future

FUTURE NRG is helping Australians take control of their energy future through smart, practical and affordable renewable energy solutions. As energy prices continue to rise...

Full digital edition, June 5

Maybe social cohesion starts at the dinner table

TO the editor, The phrase "social cohesion" has been everywhere lately. It comes up in political discussions, news headlines and community conversations almost daily. Everyone agrees...

The best of Heathcote is on showin June

THE King's Birthday long weekend (6 to 8 June) is the perfect time to discover Heathcote and its surrounding wine country, with 28 venues...

A feast for the senses arrives in Aireys Inlet

THE inaugural SENSE-ational Aireys festival is starting today, Friday 29 May, and will run through five weekends until Sunday 28 June. The festival boasts a...

Ballarat Winter Festival returns this June to warm up the school holidays

THE Ballarat Winter Festival is back from Saturday 27 June to Sunday 19 July to transform the region into Victoria's very own Christmas in...

A great result: long-time Lorne visitor stays and wins

St Kilda beach volleyballer Allister Lyne notched up an unexpected victory in Lorne recently – and you could do the same. Allister entered the Surf...

More than just an expo…

AGED & Disability Expo Australia is set to host one of Australia's biggest community events for the aged care and disability sector as the...

Women can be anything, including being gloriously, shamelessly stupid

ADVERTORIAL Who decides the benchmark of feminism? We do what we think is right, but not everyone is doing the emotional labour for the men around...

Supporting and celebrating business in Ballarat

COMMERCE Ballarat is a hub of development, connection, advocacy, activation and promotion. We are proud to facilitate a diverse range of opportunities for our...

Lucas Display Village welcomes two new Simonds homes designed for modern family life

BALLARAT'S Lucas Display Village continues to strengthen its reputation as one of regional Victoria's best showcases of contemporary home design, and the arrival of...

Building safer workplaces through teaching

FOR Chris Jones, professional growth has always been grounded in practical experience. After more than two decades working across industry, he reached a point where...