October 17, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
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...
October 14, 2024
Drought support for farmers
A PACKAGE of support has been announced by the State Government for farmers in Victoria's south-west region. More than $13 million of on-farm infrastructure grants...
October 11, 2024
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...
October 11, 2024
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...
October 9, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 7, 2024
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...
October 6, 2024
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...
October 3, 2024
Champions of the Performing Arts
THE Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod has been running throughout various venues in Ballarat, providing a platform for outstanding performances and bringing in...
October 3, 2024
Geelong’s biggest day of racing
DON'T miss the biggest race day on the country racing calendar. Experience the thrill and glamour of the 2024 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup on October 23...
September 30, 2024
Kilderkin Distillery: The perfect venue for unforgettable functions
NESTLED in the heart of Ballarat, Kilderkin Distillery offers the opportunity to create a perfect event. Their charming, unique function space provides the ideal setting...
September 30, 2024
Itinerant Spirits: where heritage and exploration meet
SEARCHING for a venue that offers more than just a Christmas function? Itinerant Spirits invites you to choose an adventurous journey for your festive...
September 30, 2024
Be entertained at the Flying Horse
THE Flying Horse Entertainment Venue has just undergone a multi-million dollar renovation to become one of Ballarat's premier entertainment venues. The new look Flying Horse...
September 30, 2024
The choice is yours at Hotel Canberra…
WHETHER you are team of two or fifty, Hotel Canberra offers choice for your end of year gathering. "We tailor menus to our customer's needs,"...
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