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February 14, 2026

Gordon sisters on the road for mental health

TWO sisters will venture once again on a challenging rally to promote mental health awareness. Gordon women Lisa Plaisted and Jessica Wibberley will jump in...

February 12, 2026

Support group probe wins support – Moorabool Shire council meeting briefs

MOORABOOL Shire Council will investigate the possibility of a support group for bereaved parents being established in the municipality, although it may not necessarily...

February 9, 2026

Seek early help with financial problems, Cafs urges

CHILD and Family Services Ballarat (Cafs) is urging individuals and families in the Central Highlands to seek support quickly if they feel overwhelmed by...

February 7, 2026

Pete looks forward to a break after 23 years in the news business

A CONSTANT face on Bacchus Marsh's Main Street for more than two decades will soon no longer be around – at least not as...

February 6, 2026

Paul’s generosity leads to region-wide hay drive

COUNTRY communities are known for helping each other out in times of need, and the Moorabool Shire's farming sector is certainly stepping up as...

February 5, 2026

Bereaved parents support group needed: Freeman

MOORABOOL councillor Sheila Freeman wants the Shire to consider establishing a support group for parents who experience the death of a child. Cr Freeman tabled...

February 5, 2026

Keogh calls for EV charging station probe

A MOORABOOL Shire councillor wants the municipality to investigate providing electric vehicle charging stations within its boundaries. Cr John Keogh was scheduled to submit a...

February 4, 2026

Fire burns in steep Lerderderg country

CFA and Forest Fire Management Victoria firefighters are battling an out of control bushfire in the Lerderderg State Forest north of Bacchus Marsh. The fire...

February 3, 2026

Shire wants opinions on municipal charge

MOORABOOL ratepayers are being invited to comment on the possibility of a municipal charge being introduced to the Shire's rating structure. They can submit feedback...

February 2, 2026

March opening for Shire grants program

COMMUNITY groups and not-for-profit organisations are being encouraged to apply for the next round of Moorabool Shire Council community grants. The funding round will open...

January 30, 2026

Forage and Feast a winner so far: organisers

THE 2026 instalment of the Forage and Feast festival is proving popular with both hosts and visitors, according to an organiser. Commerce Ballarat project coordinator...

January 29, 2026

Greens announce Eureka candidate as McCracken steps away

THE Greens have announced emergency services worker and long-time community volunteer Sam McColl as the party's candidate for Eureka in the November Victorian election. In...