May 10, 2024
VET gives Merric a head start for university.
Former Gordon VET student Merric Platt did just that during his VCE studies. An aspiring engineer, Merric and his family looked at a wide variety...
May 10, 2024
TAFE makes skilled defence line in cyber security
IN a digital world, where data breaches and cyber threats loom large, the importance of cyber security education cannot be overlooked. Shehreen Haider and Blake...
May 8, 2024
Irish musical history
THE story of iconic Irish folk group The Dubliners, Seven Drunken Nights, comes to Civic Hall on Saturday 20 July. The show, which will also...
May 7, 2024
Interest rates kept on hold despite inflation worries
Borrowers have been spared more mortgage pain following the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to keep interest rates on hold for the fourth meeting...
May 7, 2024
State budget slaps go-slow on projects
PASSENGERS will have to wait until 2033 to take a train to Melbourne Airport, as the Victorian government takes an axe to major project...
May 7, 2024
Tourism body calls on State support
PEAK tourism body for Victoria's midwestern regions, Tourism Midwest Victoria, is calling on support from the State Government following bushfires impacting the area earlier...
May 5, 2024
Rare finds up for grabs
A RANGE of treasures and relics will be on display at the annual Ballarat Antique Fair later this month. This is the second year the...
May 5, 2024
New tap for BMX riders
A new Choose Tap water foundation has been installed at Sebastopol BMX track thanks to a partnership between Central Highlands Water, the City of...
April 27, 2024
Long-time eisteddfod volunteers recognised
THE Royal South Street Society has been a feature of the performing arts calendar in Ballarat since 1891 and relies heavily on volunteers to...
April 22, 2024
Marking 20 years of Talbot’s market!
THE central goldfields towns of Clunes, Avoca and Dunolly offer welcome rest-stops for visitors to the central goldfields as they pass through enroute to...
April 19, 2024
City to light up as White Night returns
BALLARAT'S central business district will be transformed into a giant light show when the popular White Night event returns on Saturday 1 June. From 6pm...
April 14, 2024
Australians urged to get flu shots as cases surge
THE Pharmacy Guild of Australia has sounded the alarm on the rising number of flu cases across the country, encouraging eligible Australians to get...
April 13, 2024
Heart Foundation launches major campaign to combat heart disease
THE Heart Foundation has launched its largest ever physical activity initiative, Walking Wins, aiming to encourage 400,000 Australians to increase their movement for better...
April 12, 2024
Regional Victoria sees a dip in property prices after years of growth
NEW PropTrack data reveals a slight cooling in Regional Victoria's property market after four years of significant growth, with property prices falling 3.7 per...
April 3, 2024
Chopper’s grand goldfield return
A FEW years ago, an icon of Australian comedy hung up his moustache to explore new avenues for his material. Now, Heath Franklin is back...
March 31, 2024
Guide for good soil
A NEW guide has been published by Victorian environmental authorities to help farmers and gardeners monitor the health of their property's soil. The Soil Health...
March 28, 2024
Navigating The SEO Agency Landscape: Tips For Making The Best Choice
Ranking high in search results is the key to unlocking online success. Every entrepreneur knows that SEO matters. It's the secret weapon that attracts...
March 19, 2024
Reserve Bank extends pause at March cash rate call
The Reserve Bank has left interest rates on hold at 4.35 per cent for the third meeting in a row in an almost universally...
March 18, 2024
From Bush Tucker to Gourmet Delights: The Evolution of Australian Food
Australian food is unique in the sense that it is an ever-changing evolution of multicultural and modern cuisine. It also -...
March 15, 2024
7 Electrical Problems At Home
Electrical systems are the backbone of modern homes, providing power for lighting, appliances, and essential devices. However, electrical problems can pose significant...
March 14, 2024
Walk or run for Samantha
THIS WEEKEND, locals will be taking part in a seven-kilometre walk, in honour of a mother who never got to finish her run. At 7am...
March 10, 2024
The Aussie Business Owner’s Guide To Trading Internationally
Australia's economic position has transformed significantly over the past few years in particular. Our once-isolated island nation has now become a dynamic...
March 6, 2024
Top Tips for Graduates Trying to Get Their Foot in the Door
Graduating is a major achievement, but it is not enough to possess a degree to find a job. It requires much more....
February 15, 2024
Australia Shifts Gears by 120% – Are Electric Vehicles the Future?
Forget the rumble of the engine – a quieter revolution is taking place on Australian roads. Electric vehicles are gaining serious traction...
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