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Go see the world with Rodney!

RODNEY Vincent, who is very well known as a variety entertainer around Australia, got the chance to host tours some fifteen years ago with...

Station fires up for footy fun

FIRE Rescue Victoria firefighters at the Ballarat City Fire Station wore their footy colours ahead of the AFL Grand Final last month to fundraise...

Champions of the Performing Arts

THE Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod has been running throughout various venues in Ballarat, providing a platform for outstanding performances and bringing in...

Geelong’s biggest day of racing

DON'T miss the biggest race day on the country racing calendar. Experience the thrill and glamour of the 2024 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup on October 23...

Kilderkin Distillery: The perfect venue for unforgettable functions

NESTLED in the heart of Ballarat, Kilderkin Distillery offers the opportunity to create a perfect event. Their charming, unique function space provides the ideal setting...

You’re always welcome at Ballarat Leagues Club

BALLARAT Leagues Club is located in the Bakery Hill historic precinct in Ballarat, with easy access and free parking. The venue offers dining, bar,...

Be entertained at the Flying Horse

THE Flying Horse Entertainment Venue has just undergone a multi-million dollar renovation to become one of Ballarat's premier entertainment venues. The new look Flying Horse...

The choice is yours at Hotel Canberra…

WHETHER you are team of two or fifty, Hotel Canberra offers choice for your end of year gathering. "We tailor menus to our customer's needs,"...

Itinerant Spirits: where heritage and exploration meet

SEARCHING for a venue that offers more than just a Christmas function? Itinerant Spirits invites you to choose an adventurous journey for your festive...

Reserve Bank keeps rates on hold, as expected

Australians will experience a calendar year of unchanged interest rates after the Reserve Bank of Australia held the cash rate steady, as widely expected. The...

Geelong Travel, Emerald Cruises

Daylesford Bulldogs Premiership Poster 2024

Smith officially tells Bulldogs he wants to be traded

DAYS after the Western Bullldogs' season ended, injured midfielder Bailey Smith has officially told the club he wants to be traded. Smith, who starred during...

Paralympic cyclist wins bronze

GEORGE CLARKE/AAP WITH EDWINA WILLIAMS BALLARAT para cyclist Alana Forster has claimed bronze in the women's C5 individual time trial at Clichy-sous-bois as part of...

Division of Ballarat boundaries declared

THE geographical boundaries for the Federal seat of Ballarat at the next election have been declared by the Australian Electoral Commission. Last week, an AEC...

FOI Released with evidence of boom gate accidents

Dear editor, WITH Growth, we need to plan and protect our past, to 'Build a Better Ballarat.' I've been a strong advocate for the protection of...

A spring festival of colour and advice

Step into the ever-evolving Livingetc showroom, where a vibrant spectrum of colours, an array of exquisite furniture, and stunning home decor await you. Immerse yourself...

Club pockets grant to improve safety

SEBASTOPOL Football Netball Club has gained funding through the 2024 Worksafe Club Safety Fund. The Burra was among 15 recipients in this year's pool. Football and...

Yogi’s Towing: A family business with many solutions

WHEN it comes to efficient and reliable property clean-up services, Yogi's Towing stands out as a trusted name in the local community. Specialising in deceased...

Community groups to share in up to $50,000*

IF you've got a great community project idea, but don't have funding then Community Bank Buninyong's SparkTank initiative might be the answer you're looking...

100 years of Herald Sun Aria in Ballarat

THE Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod hosted the centenary heats and semi final of the Herald Sun Aria at the Ballarat Mechanics Institute,...

School Bands Extravaganza to sound

ONCE again, the students from schools around the Ballarat area are coming back together for the annual School Bands Extravaganza on Wednesday 21 August. Lions...

Join us for the inaugural Bluesfest

EXPERIENCE world-class blues music set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Grampians in Western Victoria at the Stawell Bluesfest 2024. This two-day event, held at...

Paris Olympics: Aussies in action on Day 14 and Day 13 results

AUSTRALIA: 18 gold, 14 silver, 13 bronze (third overall) What’s on tonight? MAJOR AUSTRALIAN MEDAL HOPES Australia's own B-girl Raygun - Rachael Gunn - will battle it...