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May 9, 2026

Work begins on BMRRR community hub

CONSTRUCTION is underway on the community and multi-sports hub at Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve (BMRRR). The state government has contributed $3.29 million through...

May 8, 2026

Park for more than passing cars

A park that helps form an unofficial gateway to Darley and Bacchus Marsh has been enhanced for visitors and residents to enjoy. Upgrades to Federation...

May 8, 2026

An artistic way to say thanks to mum

A chance to be creative for the young and young at heart, and to sort out a Mother's Day present, is available in Ballan...

May 2, 2026

Chocolate sold helps clubs more than just play

ONE bar of chocolate sold can make a big difference to local clubs. On Tuesday 28 April, the Western Bulldogs and Mars Ballarat Community Football...

May 1, 2026

‘Quirky’ op shop’s big move

FIFTEEN years of memories have been packed up from a Ballan op shop's colourful location ahead of its reopening at the Ballan Neighbourhood House...

April 30, 2026

Frustration over Ballan event parking enforcement

A Ballan farmer and volunteer was annoyed about enforcement of parking regulations against himself and others during the town's major festival in March. Geoff Wells...

April 25, 2026

Time to have a think about how to turn town pink

BALLAN residents have another chance to go pink for a good cause. The Pink Up Ballan campaign is set to return this October and events...

April 24, 2026

Call for car park signage before Ballan

A PROMINENT business owner and community figure has said Ballan requires descriptive parking signs before visitors drive into town. The shire's council, however, said there...

April 21, 2026

AFL club Bullish about school clinics

ABOUT 60 schools across western Victoria have signed up for an AFL club's program promoting football and physical activity. The Bulldogs in Schools – Footy...

April 14, 2026

Action-packed take on Aussie icon

TO cover the complexity behind one of Australia's literary giants, a Bacchus Marsh writer explored a range of genres in his debut novel. Wayne Marshall...

April 13, 2026

Award for Victoria’s top mum

NOMINATIONS are open for the 2026 Victorian Mother of the Year award. A $10,000 prize is on offer for the winner to support a cause...

April 8, 2026

Dressmaker novelist employs humour in her own story

THE celebrated author of Australian novel The Dressmaker will visit Ballan this month. Rosalie Ham will speak at the town's library on Wednesday 15 April...