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U3A Manual Arts Workshop ready for making

AFTER years of development, the University of the Third Age Ballarat's Blake Gordon Manual Arts Workshop has officially opened in Ballarat North. On site...

The Gordon celebrates student achievements

THE Gordon has recognised 19 of its students who achieved top standards and demonstrated exceptional dedication to training, leadership and community engagement. This year's Gordon...

The Whitlams join Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for Hamer Hall show

Beloved Aussie band The Whitlams will join forces with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) for a one-night-only symphonic performance at Hamer...

An open letter to the community from Buninyong-Mount Helen Fire Brigade

NOW that the ash has settled on the Mount Buninyong fire, it is a good time to reflect on our actions and responses to...

AFL great to play one-off game for Beaufort

BEAUFORT is buzzing ahead of the Central Highlands Football Netball League season as the Crows prepare to welcome an AFL legend for a one-off...

Pedal program empowers young cyclists

A PROGRAM designed to help get more Ballarat children and teens with autism and spectrum disorders riding their bikes and to build their self-confidence...

New club-coach combo a ‘perfect fit’

THE start of a new Ballarat Football Netball League season is always an exciting prospect, especially for a club with a new coach at...

Winners all round at time-honoured Masters carnival

THE annual Victorian Masters Baseball Carnival was played in Ballarat over four days last week, ending on Sunday. Established by local baseball people nearly 30...

Autumn-inspired furnishings for your home

AS autumn slowly approaches, the Livingetc showroom is changing to accommodate everything we need to experience the gorgeous bubble of the changing season. As you...

Celebrating powerhouse women in country music

WITH the music of Shania Twain, Linda Ronstadt, Tammy Wynette and Olivia Newton-John - MAN, I FEEL LIKE A WOMAN - is coming to...

Collaborative Centre to lead mental health training in Victoria

VICTORIA'S mental health workforce will soon have a single statewide hub for training and development, under changes announced by the State Government this week. Minister...

Truth-telling, accountabilityin focus at state Treaty talks

NEGOTIATIONS for Victoria's first statewide Treaty have entered a new phase, with discussions centring on truth-telling and the creation of an independent accountability body. Representatives...

No back-to-back mortgage relief as RBA holds rates

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold, denying borrowers back-to-back mortgage relief. As widely expected by economists, the RBA's new monetary...

Optus phone network upgraded

TELECOMMUNICATIONS company Optus has sped up the rollout of its fifth generation mobile network in the Ballarat region. Recent upgrades to the network, including the...

New planes expandVictoria’s air ambulance fleet

FOUR new fixed-wing aircraft have joined Victoria's air ambulance fleet, expanding the state's capacity to provide emergency medical care and patient transport across long...

Botanicals, pollinators give artist a buzz

EVER since she was a child, Leanne Martin has had a love for drawing and a fascination for nature – in particular, Australian flora. It...

BFNL clubs unveil plenty of fresh faces in ’25

IT'S been another busy pre-season on the recruiting front for Ballarat Football Netball League clubs – some more than others. The player gains are headlined...

CresFest 2025 – full program out now!

THE team at CresFest have unveiled their full program on their website, announcing a diverse and exciting range of performances right across the first...

Discover Fresh, Convenient Meals with Good 4U Meals in Western Victoria!

Their meal delivery service provides fresh, locally sourced meals delivered weekly, making it ideal for home care package recipients, health-conscious individuals, and busy people...

Taxpayers promised extra relief in pre-election budget

Taxpayers will get two extra rounds of relief in a pre-election sweetener, as Jim Chalmers lays out the economic case for a second term...

Bulldogs off to a Winning Start in the AFL

The Western Bulldogs got their 2025 Australia Football League (AFL) campaign off to a flying start with a hard-fought victory over North...

Recycling pays: cash in big and clean up over Easter holidays!

Drink containers account for 15 per cent of litter nationwide, according to Clean Up Australia's annual Litter Report. But there's good news - container deposit...

How to Know If Your IT Setup Is Working for You

• A poor IT setup can lead to hidden productivity losses, low morale, and increased security risks.

• A strong tech environment runs...