June 22, 2026
Summer the time for art
IT'S that time of year when Golden Plains artists have their chance to submit work into the Golden Spaces 2026 Summer Exhibition. The exhibition is...
June 19, 2026
Calling small bush block owners to get sustainable
SMALL bush block owners have the chance to become catchment stewards. As part of the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority's (CMA) Small Blocks Big Dreams project,...
June 13, 2026
Linton progress committee filled and ready to work
AN "organic" growth in numbers saw a community organisation in the shire's north fill its entire committee. Last month, the Linton and District Progress Association...
June 12, 2026
Tucker Tent delivers funding to Meredith
SOME grassroots groups throughout Meredith have each received a $19,000 boost to their coffers. Meredith Community Tucker Tent has distributed $152,000 this financial year after...
June 12, 2026
Food relief pantry to open in Bannockburn
A FOOD relief pantry in Bannockburn is to be established as part of a special fund created for the region. Through its Golden Plains Fund,...
June 11, 2026
Shire hosts careers expo
BANNOCKBURN YMCA was packed with young people curious about what options their futures might hold on Thursday 4 June. The Golden Plains Shire Careers Expo...
June 10, 2026
Bonfire to be a real ship burner
BURNING wooden ships might not be the usual thing to see in-land on the Golden Plains, but it's happening in Cape Clear this month. The...
June 8, 2026
Educational excursions into the environment
CORANGAMITE Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is wanting residents to join their Community Engagement Network (CEN). The group is designed to share local perspectives and support...
June 7, 2026
Business guide offers way to connect
AN index for businesses across Golden Plains Shire will be finalised by the middle of this month. The Golden Plains Chamber of Commerce's directory will...
June 6, 2026
Wildlife rescuers call for residents’ alerts
A WILDLIFE rescue group active in the region's south is calling for residents' help. Bannockburn Wildlife Rescue want locals to alert them about injured wildlife...
June 6, 2026
First responders ‘caring and committed’
AMBULANCE Victoria has put the call out for more recruits at the Dereel Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The CERT is trained to render early...
June 5, 2026
Council adopts next budget
MAINTAINING essential services and investing in infrastructure are major focuses of the budget Golden Plains Shire Council adopted last month. The budget features a 2.75...
June 4, 2026
20 per cent off rego, half-price public transport
STATE government measures to support residents with cost-of-living issues began on Monday 1 June. Victorians can now claim 20 per cent off their car registration...
June 1, 2026
Fire training props turn up the heat
SPECIALISED equipment in Dereel is allowing CFA members to complete hot fire training. Mobile containers designed to light up on LPG gas have been set...
May 28, 2026
Road program tops council alliance’s election list
ROADS and bridges are at the top of the state election agenda for an advocacy body of local councils. The Greater Ballarat Alliance of Councils...
May 25, 2026
Shire’s southern residents speak up in bus consultation
RESIDENTS are making their views heard on the state of public transport in the Golden Plains Shire, according to its council. The municipality reported that...
May 22, 2026
On track for youth fun
THE creation of a pump track in Haddon has recently received state government funding after a pair of students advocated for the facility. As part...
May 22, 2026
Lighting upgrade for Inverleigh oval
A SPORTING ground at the Inverleigh Recreation Reserve is set for lighting upgrades. New LED lights will be installed on the reserve's second oval to...
May 17, 2026
Funding to help families in all forms
A child and family service provider is celebrating National Families Week with recently announced funding for initiatives. Cafs' efforts to support families in all their...
May 9, 2026
Town’s audio tours help visitors keep ear to the ground
LINTON'S rich history is being shared with locals and visitors in an innovative and accessible way. Last month, Linton and District Historical Society launched self-guided...
May 8, 2026
Would you like coffee with that book?
A new library service with a caffeinated twist started in Dereel at the weekend. The Books and Beans Library Cafe was held at the Dereel...
May 7, 2026
An insight into hidden arts practices
A trail of art studios in Golden Plains will open at the weekend to give the public an insight into creative processes. Fresh from their...
May 2, 2026
Residents shape plans for emergencies
ONE Golden Plains community found itself feeling more confident in preparing for emergencies after planning sessions throughout the shire. The workshops were conducted in Rokewood,...
May 2, 2026
Walker on front foot for mental health awareness
ALAN Thorpe kept putting one foot in front of the other these past few months, walking more than 100km across western Victoria. The Ballarat resident...
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