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Local distillery’s award–winning spirits ideal for Christmas

FAMILY business Kilderkin Distillery's award-winning gins, gin liqueurs and whisky make the ideal present for loved ones this festive season. With gin crackers starting at...

Studio g.a.s Ballarat: your one-stop gift destination

HEAD to Studio g.a.s Ballarat this festive season to find your one stop shop for fashion, footwear and gifts. Here you will find an eclectic...

The Gordon gives aspiring chef recipe for success

WHEN Kate Nguyen decided to pursue her passion for hospitality, she knew she needed more than theory, she wanted real-world experience. After working in the...

City provides more choice for magazine delivery

THE City of Ballarat has evolved how it is distributing the ourballarat magazine for environmental benefits and cost savings. The 16-page magazine is produced every...

Get your Christmas feast from Sinclair Meats

SINCLAIR Meats' flagship store on Latrobe Street has you covered for this festive season. Whether you are hosting a family dinner, backyard barbeCue or a...

A community celebration and commemoration of the 171st anniversary of the Eureka Stockade

BALLARAT is preparing to honour a defining moment in its history with a program marking the 171st anniversary of the Eureka Stockade. This year's commemorations...

Possum Pet Supplies

ESTABLISHED in 1993, we are a family owned business employing locals serving the Ballarat community for over 30 years. Many of our wonderful customers are...

Helping locals access amazing First Nations art

RAINTREE Art is an Aboriginal Art gallery and gift shop located in beautiful Cambrian Hill, just south of Sebastopol and Bonshaw. We have a range...

Jazz club turns 40 in style

BALLARAT Jazz Club celebrated its 40th birthday on Sunday 9 November at the Ballarat Golf Club. Maryborough Traditional Jazz Ensemble and Lightning Jazz Band performed...

Three ways to make your first home more affordable

BUILDING a new home in regional Victoria has never been more appealing, with affordable land, growing communities and government incentives designed to help first...

Max Gawn backs screen-free fun at GeelongPort Family Ride

AFL star Max Gawn is urging families to unplug and reconnect at the 2026 GeelongPort Family Ride, returning to Geelong's stunning waterfront on January...

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Why more brides are turning to K-Beauty before their wedding

Your wedding day is approaching, and your skin is rebelling. Breakouts, dryness, dullness: The last thing you want when trying to look...

No reserve, no auction: Victoria’s bold new rule

Victorian homebuyers will soon get a clearer picture of what a property might actually sell for, with the Allan Labor Government introducing...

Discover the Future of Inclusive Living in Ballarat

WHEN it comes to feeling at home, everyone deserves a place that supports independence, comfort and community. That's the idea behind Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA),...

Geelong Travel – Emerald Cruises

Join the cycle: the journey of your 10-cent containers

HAVE you ever wondered what happens to drink cans, bottles and cartons after returning them for a 10-cent refund through Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme...

Why Viking river cruises are the top choice for Australian travellers over 50

If you're planning your next big overseas adventure and craving comfort, culture and seamless travel, Viking river cruises Australia might be exactly what you're...

Showcasing emerging visual arts talent

AFTER a few challenging years, Geelong's Imogene Denigan was searching for something to reignite her passion and purpose. She found it in The Gordon's Visual...

Enjoy outdoor art, spruce up your yard at the Mica Grange Open Garden Sculpture Exhibition

THE Mica Grange Open Garden Sculpture Exhibition - on each weekend from this November until Sunday 7 December - features some twelve sculptors, plus...

The magic of Christmas takes over Melbourne

BACK by overwhelming demand, the magic returns this Christmas with everyone's favourite event, Melbourne's Christmas Wonderland. This year's experience promises a dazzling three-hour celebration of...

Beyond the Big Four: How Challenger Banks Are Winning Over Gen Z Australians

Australia’s banking landscape is shifting faster than ever. While the “Big Four” — Commonwealth Bank, Westpac, ANZ, and NAB — have dominated...

Magic, music and Clydesdales at the 2025

THE annual Clunes Spring Show is always a family favourite and this year will be no exception. Mark the calendar for the event on...

Dreamrace brings world-first rides to Docklands

Australia’s first fully immersive digital theme park is levelling up.

Dreamskape, which opened its augmented reality (AR) entertainment centre at District...