A glimpse of Elaine Thru the Lens
IF last weekend's turnout at the Elaine Hall is anything to go by, local historians will be celebrating. The degree of interest was evident in...
Spotlight on saggar-firing at Ross Creek Gallery
THE name of Angie Robinson's upcoming exhibition hints at the combustible energy that goes into creating her unique ceramic pieces. Electric Embers will be Robinson's...
Commissioner visit spotlights local needs
THE voices of the region's residents who are grappling with housing stress and poverty have been amplified during a visit to Ballarat last week...
Big ‘roo sculpture offer for Inverleigh
INVERLEIGH artist Mark Cuthbertson is donating his two giant kangaroo sculptures to the community for proposed permanent display in Inverleigh's Lawson Park. The quirky cast...
Inverleigh flower show to bloom
INVERLEIGH is preparing to revive its flower show, resurrecting a community tradition that dates back at least as far as early last century. The show...
Creative sessions free for children’s week
RECYCLED art and craft sessions at Inverleigh and Bannockburn are among a lineup of free activities on offer to celebrate Children's Week. The Golden Plains...
National championships debut for Rokewood Pony Club member
YOUNG Rokewood Pony Club member Talika Dagar and her horse Harry Hot Pants have helped represent Victoria in the Pony Club Australia National Championships...
Opportunity to be part of sport and rec fest
THE Golden Plains Shire Council is inviting expressions of interest from local sporting clubs, recreation organisations and community groups to take part in the...
Bands prepare for battle
BANNOCKBURN Cultural Centre will host the upcoming Golden Plains Youth Battle of the Bands. Taking place Saturday 4 October, the battle is a competition featuring...
Disc golf game soars higher for Inverleigh club
THE hard work of volunteers has led to the expansion of one of the most unique disc golf courses in Victoria at Inverleigh Golf...
Banno green thumbs seek new members
BEAUTIFY Bannockburn is a group of keen gardeners who volunteer their time, and right now they're on the lookout for new members. For about the...
Events planned for Women’s Health Week
TWO free community events celebrating Women's Health Week will be hosted by Golden Plains Shire. Taking place as part of a nationwide initiative dedicated to...
Golden films at the end of the rainbow
COMING up in September, the debut Golden Rainbows Film Fest will feature LGBTIQIA+ film favourites suitable for all ages. Cult classics and contemporary films are...
Free deliveries to support local food pantries
A NEW food relief distribution arrangement for western Victoria is expected to free up local volunteers to more directly support Golden Plains Shire locals...
Diverse benefits: Wind farm community grants awarded
FROM repair of an historic police lock-up to the installation of a life-saving defibrillator, the latest round of Berrybank Wind Farm community grants will...
