Promoting regional railway safety
THE Federal Government has launched an advertising campaign to increase safety around regional railway crossings. The campaign aims to remind drivers about the risks of...
Blood reserves at critical levels
AN immediate call for blood donors has been issued by Australian Red Cross Lifeblood as the reserves of most types drop to critical levels. Unless...
Trading uni studies for tools
TWENTY-three-year-old Caleb Smith recently made an intriguing transition from being a third-year psychology student to pursuing a pre-apprenticeship in building and construction. Following the recommendation...
New standards for local government
THE State Government has introduced new legislation which aims to improve council governance and integrity standards within local governments. The reform of the Local Government...
Farmers warned about burn offs
THE Environmental Protection Authority, or EPA, Victoria is encouraging local landholders to be careful about what they burn off this autumn. With fire restrictions coming...
Performer pays tribute to Doris Day
AWARD winning country music singer Melinda Schneider is heading to Bendigo next week to pay tribute to Doris Day. A Farewell to Doris is on...
Pyrenees’ best on show
THE best wine and food in the region are set to be on show this Saturday at the Pyrenees Unearthed Festival. Held along the banks...
Kids to create French-inspired artwork
GET creative this school holidays by taking part in workshops at Dudley House. The sessions are open to children aged three to 15-years-old and will...
Landcare grant applications open
THIS year's Victorian Landcare grants are open for applications by volunteer groups that work to restore the environment and support biodiversity. Minister for environment Steve...
Trailblazing women celebrated
LAST Friday saw the community gather to commemorate one hundred and fifty years since the first recorded women's cricket match was played at Camp...
Autumn racing in Avoca
AUTUMN racing is back this Saturday in Avoca with live music, local wines, food trucks and children's activities on offer. This is the club's second...
Family fun at CresFest
AT Creswick Primary School, families will find the Kids Zone where children can learn circus skills, create their own music and perform on an...
Community bands together for CresFest
THREE days of musical fun are underway, with the beginning of CresFest today in Creswick. While the festival will feature a range of interstate and...
Riding for mental health awareness
LAST Sunday saw thousands of motorcycle riders from across the state take part in the Black Dog Ride. Fifty motorbike rides were held in different...
Elmo and the circus roll into town
ELMO and his Sesame Street friends are heading to Bendigo to put on a show at the circus. Attendees will watch Elmo and Abby, Cookie...
Vixens ready to blitz Ballarat
TOMORROW is the first day of the Melbourne Vixens' Ballarat Blitz which will include live matches, clinics and workshops. Saturday will kick off with netball...
Cities fight for dragon rights
IN two regional Victorian cities live two processional dragons, both of which are claimed to be the oldest of their kind. Housed at Sovereign Hill...
Total fire ban declared for tomorrow
THE Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central, South West and Central regions of Victoria will be under a total fire ban tomorrow with hot...
Hike partners with mental health org
THE Great Aussie Hike is set to take place in Daylesford and the Wombat State Forest this April, with all proceeds going towards Beyond...
European restaurant to open in old bank
THIS year a new European inspired restaurant called Terrae is set to open in the Hotel Ernest. The venue will be run by chef Tim...
Grants open for producers
The first round of the State Government’s regional activation grants program has opened with the effort seeking to help regional tourism boards, food and...
Government wants kids hooked on fishing
CHILDREN from across the region will be able to try their hand at fishing over summer with the State Government providing Little Anglers Kits...
Friends sought for seniors program
A NATION-wide scheme that seeks to provide support and social connection to isolated seniors is looking for more volunteers. Known as In Great Company, the...
Partnership creates hooks program
BENDIGO Community Health Services and the Victorian Fisheries Authority have partnered to create a program that’s seeking to educate Karen people about safe and...