What does colour mean to you?
At Livingetc, colour is not just visually appealing but a powerful way to infuse emotion into a living space. It's a way to personalise the...
Catch Lucky and RV on tour!
LUCKY Starr and Rodney Vincent are Australian music industry stalwarts. Age has not wearied them, or as Vincent says, "We're not here for a long...
A show of life and legacy
THE impact of a defining local Indigenous artist on First Nations creativity is on show for all to see at the Art Gallery of...
Ballarat’s Big Thrift Market: A fresh take on second-hand and vintage finds…
BALLARAT'S first-ever Big Thrift Market is shaping up to be an exciting event, celebrating second-hand clothing, vintage treasures, and local talent. Taking place from 2pm...
CresFest announces line-up for 2025, takes home another award!
Following a now established tradition of turning the event over to dancing in the streets, CresFest 2025 will bring Ghanaian drummers and dancers to...
$15 million relief fund announced for regional news publishers
THE Federal Government has announced a $15 million relief fund to support regional and community news organisations after extensive lobbying from Country Press Australia...
Entrepreneurship starts at The Gordon
GEELONG business owners Sarah Gross and Cass Mackenzie both began their journey into graphic design and entrepreneurship at The Gordon. The award-winning design agency, Storyfolk,...
Taste the best of the Otways in one place
Makers and growers from across the Otways will gather at the Colac Showgrounds on October 20 to celebrate the region's bounty with hands-on fun...
Golden Plains, Helena Kirby
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Helena Kirby Occupation: Business owner Rokewood Takeaway and manager Rokewood Post Office and Newsagency. Resides: Rokewood How long have you lived in your council?: 33 years. Community...
Golden Plains, Owen Sharkey
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Owen Sharkey Occupation: Real Estate Resides: Batesford How long have you lived in your council? 15 years Community involvement: Community groups/events/councillor Associated with a political party or movement?: Not...
Golden Plains, Brett Cunningham
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Brett Cunningham Occupation: Community advocate Resides: Bannockburn How long have you lived in your council? Over 40 years. Community involvement: Councillor, for the last two years have...
Golden Plains, Gavin Gamble
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Gavin Gamble Occupation: Teacher, gardener Resides: Teesdale How long have you lived in your council? 22 years Community involvement: Many community groups, environmental, Turtle Bend Events, past...
Golden Plains, Emma Robbins
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Emma Robbins Occupation: Data engineer/Technology consultant Resides: Smythesdale How long have you lived in your council? I've lived in Golden Plains Shire since early 2020. Community...
Golden Plains, Des Phelan
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Des Phelan Occupation: Farmer and Road Stabliser Resides: North of Shire, Springdallah How long have you lived in your council? Lifelong resident of the northern...
Golden Plains, Lachlan Glen
GOLDEN PLAINS SHIRE Lachlan Glen Occupation: NDIS Plan Manager Resides: Bannockburn How long have you lived in your council? I have lived in the Golden Plains Shire for 35...
Medieval to Metal
IN an Australian exclusive, more-than forty rare guitars have made their way to the Art Gallery of Ballarat all the way from New York. This...
Celebrate Mount Pleasant Primary School’s 150 years
MOUNT Pleasant Primary School, founded in 1874, is celebrating it's 150th anniversary in October. Over the last 150 years, Mount Pleasant Primary School has been...
Protect your home from garage fires
GARAGE fires across the state have prompted Victorian fire services to urge households to clean up potential hazards and install smoke alarms. Fire Rescue Victoria...
A shopping experience that’s just sew darn special!
ARE you a knitter, weaver, sewer, or hooker, and need supplies to feed your creative habit, or just some inspiration for what to make...
Have issues with your aged care?
IF you support someone receiving aged care services, are receiving care yourself, or thinking about your aged care options, it is essential to know...
quality, affordable, pet-friendly over 50s living!
BALLARAT Lifestyle Village is excited to announce that stage two of the village is almost sold out! This stage of land lease development offers the...
A better tech experience
FOR over three decades, Bettatech has proudly served as a cornerstone of the Ballarat community, standing as a testament to family values and unwavering...
Go see the world with Rodney!
RODNEY Vincent, who is very well known as a variety entertainer around Australia, got the chance to host tours some fifteen years ago with...
Castle transforms into wild west
A TASTE of the wild west is coming to Kryal Castle with the return of the Ballarat Rodeo. For the second time, Kryal Castle will...