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March 7, 2026

Fix needed to get ‘great big trucks’ out of central Bacchus Marsh

A BACCHUS Marsh couple are advocating for a solution to the many trucks using the heart of the town as a link between Geelong...

March 3, 2026

Shire receives feedback on proposed municipal charge

MOORABOOL Shire Council has received feedback into a proposal for introducing a municipal charge into its rating structure. The period for community consultation via the...

March 2, 2026

Volunteer call out for crucial Ballan service

VOLUNTEER George gets a lot out of giving her time to a food bank in Ballan that helps those in need. She is one of...

February 27, 2026

Bacchus Marsh’s fire fighters without borders

EXPERT fire fighting practices and a commitment to colleagues led Bacchus Marsh's fire brigade across two states this summer. The Bacchus Marsh Fire Brigade had...

February 20, 2026

Opportunity to shape vital road upgrade

THE community now has a chance to have a say about how to improve a notorious intersection in Warrenheip. Consultation opened on Monday 16 February...

February 13, 2026

A big, bloomin’ Valentine’s Day in Lal Lal

VALENTINE'S Day is a chance to hit the road and pick the perfect flowers straight from the paddock, says one Lal Lal grower. The Paddock...

February 12, 2026

Kryal Castle’s Baroque Horse Festival 14-15 February

THE power and style from one of history's most notable eras will be on display on horseback at the weekend. Kryal Castle will host its...

February 11, 2026

A safe night out: Ballarat Pride Ball set to return

THE BALLARAT Pride Ball is set to return this year, backed by state government funding. The Victorian government announced $10,000 last month for QHub to...

February 10, 2026

Festival’s musical plants aim to hit the right note

NEXT month's Ballarat Begonia Festival will add the sound of music to its garden, with an installation to entertain children and those young at...

February 9, 2026

Tucker Tent fires up ahead of Golden Plains Festival

THE meat and eggs have been ordered, and Golden Plains Festival's famous Tucker Tent is ready to raise funds for Meredith community groups. It comes...

February 7, 2026

Cash for camps, excursions and sports

FUNDING for students to attend camps and excursions is available from this term, the state government has announced. The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund is...

February 4, 2026

Powerful messages stitched into art

ART lovers will have the opportunity to indulge in thought-provoking pieces at the 2026 Biennial Textile Palette Exhibition in Clunes later this year. Entries are...