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...
May 2, 2026
Chocolate sold helps clubs more than just play
ONE bar of chocolate sold can make a big difference to local clubs. On Tuesday 28 April, the Western Bulldogs and Mars Ballarat Community Football...
May 1, 2026
State budget funds for Dereel fire station
CFA members in Dereel are pleased after state funding was allocated to a new station in the town. Brigade captain Rob Hill said $400,000 would...
April 28, 2026
Institute supports passenger rail’s return to line
SERVICING Ballarat and Geelong's growing populations would be a key reason behind linking the cities with direct passenger rail, an expert said. John Hearsch OAM,...
April 24, 2026
Safer road links towns
THE federal minister for infrastructure and transport has praised works that have been completed along a major road connecting Golden Plains communities. Ballarat MP Catherine...
April 20, 2026
Gheringhap land under negotiation
NEGOTIATIONS are underway on the sale of a significant future employment landholding in Gheringhap with a number of parties. The expression of interest period for...
April 18, 2026
Practical approach helps protect property
A MEREDITH couple has been praised for their fire preparation efforts ahead of last summer. Fire devastated the Golden Plains region earlier this year, including...
April 17, 2026
Mayor calls all aboard for rail’s return to Bannockburn
THE debate for passenger rail services to the region has been reignited by Golden Plains Shire Council. The goal was one of the priorities the...
April 17, 2026
$200k to Golden Plains’ health
GRANTS totalling $200,000 were announced last week for programs in Golden Plains that encourage healthy eating, recreation and connection with other residents. Golden Plains Shire...
April 10, 2026
Call to reduce wood loads in reserve
RESIDENTS from Inverleigh and Teesdale are petitioning to allow for levels of deadwood to be reduced in a nearby reserve. Forest Fire Management Victoria, the...
April 5, 2026
Brigade does towns proud at state firefighting titles
NAPOLEONS Enfield Fire Brigade reached the podium at the recent Victorian titles. The brigade came second overall at the CFA/Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria State Championships...
April 3, 2026
Egg-citing chance to enjoy Easter at markets
THE date of a farmers market has fallen at the perfect time for Easter egg-cellence. The Golden Plains Farmers' Market will be held tomorrow on...
April 3, 2026
Running head on into ultra challenge
THE mind as well as the body was needed for Bannockburn's Tim Kacprzak to pull off a feat which left him running 3550km this...
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