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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...