Local author goes global
BALLARAT teacher Matthew Oates is becoming something of a celebrity with the release of his debut novel, a young-adult paranormal romance titled Cinder and...
Movie icon rolls into town
MAD Max will return to the big screen with the documentary film Beyond the Wasteland set to play at the Ballarat Drive-In this month. The...
Restored tram a time capsule
EVERYONE can soon jump aboard the newly restored Geelong tram no. 2, which is set to be unveiled to the public this Sunday, 6...
Turf Club ready to jump out of the gate
WITH the new year underway, Ballart Turf Club is preparing to kick off its first race day following the annual post Ballarat Cup recess. CEO...
Fed Labor outlines free TAFE plan
DEPUTY Leader of the Federal Labor Party, Richard Marles, joined the Member for Ballarat Catherine King at Federation University on Tuesday to further outline...
Girls fitness program hits the gym
REGISTRATION has opened for Golden Plains Shire’s new State Government backed initiative, Move Your Way, which aims to empower teenage girls through social connection...
Have your say on how they did
GOLDEN Plains Shire staff are seeking feedback on the municipality’s upcoming strategy to increase the efficiency of customer services. Community consultation on the plan will...
Give mental health a tri
BALLARAT Highlanders Rugby Club is hosting their inaugural Charity Sevens Tournament with proceeds going towards men’s mental health. The event will be held at Doug...