January 13, 2023
Utility undertakes water pipe works
WATER authority Central Highlands Water is set to carry out routine maintenance for Ballarat and surrounds’ supply network. The program got underway on Tuesday and...
January 8, 2023
Spending a day in the natural world
NATURE is all around us and can provide great, accessible and inexpensive day trip destinations over the holidays. Parks Victoria’s Siobhan Rogan said the natural...
January 7, 2023
Have your say on your waterways
WATER authority Goulburn-Murray Water is inviting visitors to its lakes, reservoirs, dams and other waterways to give their feedback on the resource manager’s recreational...
January 6, 2023
Brigade to lead fire ready workshop
A WORKSHOP is set to take place co-hosted by CFA South West and the Dereel Fire Brigade to help give people a refresher on...
January 6, 2023
12 months off the booze for Beyond Blue
A BANNOCKBURN man is putting down the drink this year as part of a Beyond Blue campaign. For all of 2023, Zach Hickleton is giving...
January 6, 2023
Not the rivers and the lakes that you’re used to
WITH warmer weather here, there’s a good chance you’re keen to make a splash in your favourite water hole. Yet before you dive in, Goulburn-Murray...
January 6, 2023
Group’s plan for town complete
AFTER more than a year of consultation and development the Inverleigh Progress Association community plan for the township has been finalised. The document outlines the...
January 6, 2023
Forest groups urging for a safe summer
THE State’s national park, reserve and forest authorities are encouraging everyone to be responsible when visiting public land over the holidays. Parks Victoria, the Conservation...
January 6, 2023
Charity relaunches relief program
MEMBERS of non-profit charity Rural Aid have ramped up their flood support efforts for farmers over the holidays. The group has relaunched their Buy a...
January 6, 2023
Keeping pets cool through warmer weather
THE days are getting warmer, and pet companions, just like humans, can be susceptible to the hotter climate. RSPCA Victoria’s chief veterinarian Dr Bronwyn Oke...
January 3, 2023
Walk cares for those who care for us
A STATEWIDE initiative has launched in Ballarat with the aim of giving the city’s carers a pleasant stroll and a chance to unwind and...
January 2, 2023
Having a happy life off the small screen
WITH technology use becoming more common for some families, many parents might be at a loss for what to do to keep their kids...
December 30, 2022
FECRI publishes breast cancer findings
RESEARCHERS at the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute have published their research findings on triple negative breast cancer. The paper was published in Current Oncology...
December 23, 2022
Ambitious actor selected for serious scholarship
ONE of Ballarat’s brightest young acting talents is heading to Sydney next year as part of a small studying troupe. For one week in January,...
December 17, 2022
Author shares in holiday spirit
WITH the season of giving underway, a Ballarat creative has given her Christmas presents early for struggling families and children. Author and illustrator Liv Lorkin...
December 16, 2022
Pump shut on water space
PEOPLE looking to use the water play area at Bannockburn Heart had to find another park to go to with the site recently closed...
December 16, 2022
Club crowned in women’s comp
PLAYERS at Inverleigh Golf Club took home the winning trophy in the Winchelsea Women's Memorial Bowl for the first time in a decade. The club...
December 16, 2022
Combined churches coordinating carols
AN annual tradition is set to take place this weekend with members of Meredith churches coming together for an evening of Christmas carols. The free...
December 16, 2022
Young soccer star to study abroad
A ST Patrick’s College student is to England next year for a soccer-playing opportunity of a lifetime. Year 9 student Paddy Klain has been invited...
December 16, 2022
Basketballer aims to bounce to Berlin
A BASKETBALLER is set to hit the hoop in Germany next year to represent Australia in the Special Olympics World Games. Following her trip to...
December 16, 2022
Cricket club welcomes past players
MEMBERS of the VRI Delacombe Cricket Club will celebrate their alumni in an inaugural past players celebration set for early next year. The event will...
December 9, 2022
Ideas wanted for river reserve plan
PEOPLE are being asked for their feedback on Golden Plains Shire’s masterplan for the Moorabool River Reserve at Batesford. A survey is open on the...
December 9, 2022
Council, windfarm give out grant money
GRANTS for non-profits and community groups have been given thanks to programs from the Golden Plains Shire and Berrybank Wind Farm. More than $50,000 has...
December 9, 2022
Settle takes on ag role
FRESHLY minted Member for Eureka, Michaela Settle has been promoted to parliamentary secretary for Agriculture and Regional Development. As part of her roles, Ms Settle...
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