Father keeping Carmen’s legacy alive
"I DON'T want Carmen's message to die." That's why Ballarat's John Maher is persisting with his long-running efforts to have road safety made an official...
Navigators hub opens for community
THE new Navigators Community Multi-Purpose Hub is officially open for business. The hub was built at a cost of $768,000 and provides a new open...
Navigators hub opens for community
THE new Navigators Community Multi-Purpose Hub is officially open for business. The hub was built at a cost of $768,000 and provides a new open...
Celebrate the humble spud at Trentham festival
POTATOES and everything about them will be celebrated again when The Great Trentham Spudfest returns for two days of events and activities over the...
Candidate, MP in war of words over WRL proposal
LIBERAL candidate for Ballarat Paula Doran has entered the debate on the controversial Western Renewables Link (WRL) proposal, demanding "an urgent rethink" of the...
NBL talent back in Bacchus Marsh
JUNIOR basketballers in Bacchus Marsh had a rare opportunity to learn from one of the best when former local DJ Vasiljevic came to town...
Terri targets politics for a third time
SMYTHESDALE businesswoman Terri Pryse-Smith is making her third attempt to enter parliament, standing as the One Nation candidate for the Division of Ballarat in...
Milestone for Landcare group
THE Upper Williamsons Creek Landcare group is turning 30, and will hold a formal celebration of the achievement tonight. It will take place from...
Indoor heated swimming options exist as official pool project comes closer
WHILE the Australian Labor Party has pledged to contribute $25 million for a new swimming pool in Bacchus Marsh if it wins the 3...
Psychologist spreading the word on mental health support
A BALLARAT provisional psychologist wants to raise public awareness about the availability of group mental health therapy sessions under the Medicare Better Access Program. Sarah...
New friends, new interests at Probus club
"RETIREMENT is a time to enjoy life, make new friends and explore new interests." That's how Bacchus Marsh Ladies Probus Club publicity officer Barbara Nixon...
All the sights and sounds of Carnival
TICKETS may still be available for the Brazilian-themed Circus Rio, which finishes its run in Melton West this weekend. The circus, which revolves around the...