May 18, 2026
Pastoral care and student wellbeing in independent schools
IN a rapidly changing world, parent search queries are increasingly focusing on terms like "student wellbeing" and "pastoral care." We live in an era...
May 17, 2026
Single-sex vs co-educational learning in regional Victoria
One of the first, and often most debated, decisions parents must make when reviewing Ballarat’s private education sector is whether their child will thrive...
May 16, 2026
Boarding in Ballarat: A home away from home
For rural and regional families across Victoria, southern New South Wales, and even interstate, Ballarat has long been a premier destination for secondary education....
May 15, 2026
Beyond the classroom: extracurricular and sporting pathways
A premium private education is about much more than what happens within the four walls of a classroom. It is about discovering lifelong...
May 8, 2026
Giving back through growing skills
FOR more than five years, students from The Gordon's landscaping program have combined hands-on learning with community engagement through a longstanding partnership with Samaritan...
May 2, 2026
Premier shares TAFE budget news at SMB
PREMIER Jacinta Allan chose Ballarat to announce last Friday that millions of dollars more will be allocated to Free TAFE in the 2026-27 budget. The...
May 1, 2026
Exceptional value and service
ARE you and your friends looking for some great events to experience? Perhaps you are wanting to meet new people and try something a...
May 1, 2026
Learning that lasts: the Ballarat Grammar approach
THE best education leaves a positive impact on students' lives long after they leave. At Ballarat Grammar, that conviction runs through everything, from the...
May 1, 2026
A strong start for a bright future at Ballarat Steiner School
IN an education landscape increasingly focused on outcomes, Ballarat Steiner School and Kindergarten offers something both timeless and forward thinking: a curriculum approved by...
May 1, 2026
Xavier turns up to work with a football in his hand… and a future in motion
XAVIER Nelson doesn't always arrive at work with a laptop. Sometimes, it's a football tucked under his arm. As a gforce trainee undertaking a Certificate...
May 1, 2026
Unlocking more days of early learning for your child at Goodstart
FOR many families across the Bendigo and McIvor region, balancing the budget while trying to give children the best start in life can feel...
May 1, 2026
Loreto alumni power the future of education by giving back
THERE is something uniquely powerful about former students returning to the very programs that helped shape them. Across the rowing sheds, the theatre, and on...
May 1, 2026
Find your path at St Patrick’s College
ST Patrick's College Ballarat is celebrating Education Week by highlighting the diverse senior pathways available to students, reinforcing the message that success looks different...
May 1, 2026
St Augustine’s: more than just a school
NESTLED in a vibrant and caring community, St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Creswick is a shining example of what 21st-century education should be –...
May 1, 2026
Your future starts with SEDA College
SEDA College was established in 2007 to address gaps in traditional education and in 2017 evolved into an Independent Senior Secondary School and the...
May 1, 2026
Achieving together at Woady Yaloak Primary School
ESTABLISHED in 1994, Woady Yaloak Primary School is a unique four-campus school, with sites in Smythesdale, Snake Valley, Scarsdale and Ross Creek, just 10...
April 30, 2026
Police hunt suspect after Ballarat arson
BALLARAT Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a suspicious fire that caused significant damage to a display home in Lucas early Monday...
April 29, 2026
Regional publishers back bargaining reform
Regional news publishers have welcomed proposed federal legislation aimed at ensuring global digital platforms fairly compensate Australian journalism, calling it a major...
April 28, 2026
Why BeSafe Victoria Stands Out as the Best Safety Trainers
When it comes to workplace safety, the stakes are high. BeSafe Victoria sets the gold standard for occupational health and safety (OHS) education in Victoria....
April 24, 2026
Five things to do at the Ballarat Heritage Festival
EVERY year Ballarat comes alive for the Ballarat Heritage Festival. A celebration of the city's history, community and architecture, the 21-24 May festival is renowned...
April 24, 2026
Are you being a good neighbour?Prevent Serrated tussock from spreading
PREVENTING serrated tussock from establishing on your property is the best method of control and is best done prior to seeding. Unless already controlled, tussock...
April 24, 2026
From top town to top spuds: Trentham gears up for Spudfest
FRESH from national recognition as Australia's Top Tiny Tourism Town, Trentham is gearing up to welcome visitors for the return of The Great Trentham...
April 24, 2026
Shaping tradespeople from the ground up
CARPENTRY teachers at The Gordon bring real-world experience, passion and pride into every classroom and workshop. None more so than Steve O'Keeffe, who was recently...
April 24, 2026
A thriving habitat from recycled containers
AS Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) becomes part of our everyday life, communities across the West Zone are discovering how far a 10-cent...
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