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April 5, 2025

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...

April 4, 2025

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...

April 4, 2025

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...

April 4, 2025

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...

April 4, 2025

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...

April 2, 2025

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...

April 2, 2025

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...

April 1, 2025

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...

April 1, 2025

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...

April 1, 2025

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...

March 31, 2025

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...

March 29, 2025

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...

March 28, 2025

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...

March 28, 2025

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...

March 25, 2025

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...

March 21, 2025

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...

March 21, 2025

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...

March 20, 2025

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...

March 19, 2025

Volunteers recognised for outstanding contributions

VICTORIA'S volunteers have been honoured at the 2024 Volunteering Awards, celebrating their dedication to communities across the state. Minister for Carers and Volunteers Ros Spence...

March 19, 2025

Grants open to help young Victorians restore nature

YOUNG Victorians will have more opportunities to care for the environment with $450,000 in Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants now available. Minister for Environment Steve...

March 14, 2025

Coerver Coaching heads to the Surf Coast

YOUNG soccer talent from around Victoria will converge on Torquay early next month when Coerver Coaching Geelong kicks off a globally recognised technical skills...

March 14, 2025

Ingenia Lifestyle Lakeside Lara’s new community chief is an old soul with a love of life

COMMUNITY manager Zee isn't yet at the age where she's considering retirement or downsizing, but she's found a place where she belongs at Ingenia...

March 14, 2025

Students inspired to turn crazy ideas into real-life solutions

YOUNG people absolutely smashed it at Crazy Ideas College's Geelong Social Innovators event. Over two days, young people gathered based on similarities between social issues...

March 11, 2025

Why the Demons are confident Oliver, Petracca can get the club back on track

MELBOURNE believes that with a fit Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver back in the team, the Demons will be back to their best in...