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You don’t look disfigured! Local woman pioneers into the world of facial disfigurement

Who is Dr Zali O’Dea?

DR Zali O’Dea is a survivor of a car accident as a newborn.

She is the Founding Director, Principal Counsellor and...

Ignite your passion with Mel Tempest

STEP into the world of Mel Tempest, a trailblazer in the fitness industry whose journey is marked by innovation, determination, and relentless success.

Since 2003...

Connecting with community and inspiring motivation

BEING self-employed can be solitary. So, when Genèvre Becker moved from Melbourne to the Ballarat region in 2022, she was in search of a...

Get it all at Fernwood. For Women.

FERNWOOD Fitness believes in a balanced lifestyle that includes an abundance of nourishment, exercise, wellness, good friends, and self-love.

Established by Diana Williams in...

Support by the numbers

WHEN Meegan Dunne first began her accounting career in public practice back in 1995, it was a heavily male dominated industry.

Since that time, accounting,...

A passion for dance for everybody

AT twenty-five, Dylan (not his real name) always regretted giving up dance in year 9.

Dylan's story is one many boys and young men would...

From Chaos to CEO Clarity: Unveiling the Secret Weapon for Female Entrepreneurs

THE entrepreneurial journey is paved with excitement, challenges, and often, a healthy dose of chaos. For women navigating this path, the juggling act intensifies, balancing...

Empowering Women in Business: Ones and Twos Plumbing Leading the Way

AS we celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in business, it is impossible to overlook the inspiring journey of Michelle Oakman, the director of...

Empowering Regional Manufacturing: Celebrating Women’s Impact in Ballarat on International Women’s Day 2024

AS International Women's Day 2024 unfolds, it's a moment to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of women across all facets of society.

In the heart of...

Lawyer all about giving back

WITH twenty-seven years’ experience in the legal profession, including 15 years as a solicitor, Carol Grimshaw stands as one of Victoria’s foremost general practice...

The vision to be her best

FOR Rajinder Uppal, optometrist and owner of OPSM Wendouree, it’s variety that keeps a big smile on her face.

“The thing I love about my...

Heart-driven success

KELINA Tokunai’s career is driven by her heart.

Her qualities of kindness and compassion saw the Uniting AgeWell Lifestyle Coordinator receive the organisation’s highest...

Inspiring teamwork at Ray White

WOMEN are making incredible contributions to the business world.

From entrepreneurs to CEOs, women are proving that they can be successful in any field.

Real Estate...

More than a celebration: International Women’s Day at Hattie and the Wolf

INTERNATIONAL Women's Day, celebrated globally on 8 March, serves as a beacon of progress and solidarity in the ongoing fight for gender equality and...

Dream team working together in dream job

IN 2021 amidst shifting lockdowns, little did Tess Barnard know that after relocating from Sydney to Ballarat for her dream job as Gallery Retail...

Namaste on International Women’s Day

NESTLED in the vibrant heart of Ballarat lies Upstate Studios, a thriving Pilates and yoga hotspot that's been putting smiles (and sweat) on faces...

Empowering Wellness: Hayley’s Journey with IV Infused

IN Ballarat and its surrounding regions, Hayley, a dedicated registered nurse with nineteen years of experience, has been quietly revolutionising the approach to wellness.

With...

A passion for all things allergy

Sigrid is a Nurse Practitioner with started career at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne.

It was by chance that she came across the area...

Bare Injectables has got you covered

IN the bustling city of Ballarat, Monique, a registered nurse, has made a remarkable impact in the field of aesthetics.

As the founder of Bare...

Big V a big winner in first week of finals

WINNING form in the weeks leading into the commencement of the first game of finals in the Ballarat Highlands Bowls Region played on Saturday...

MGH digital edition, 8 March

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Beveridge opens up about ‘courageous’ Bulldogs review

WESTERN Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge insists he never feared for his job, even as the club undertook a lengthy review of its football department.

Entering...

High marks 50 oarsome years – Gallery

WHILE the competition for the Head of the Lake was fierce last weekend, Saturday night saw people past and present from Ballarat High come...