Move aims to guarantee Free TAFE
THE option gain a qualification, retrain or get a fresh start in a new field of in-demand work at a comparatively low cost looks...
Police call for care around schools after deadly year on roads
As students return for the new school year, police are reminding motorists to slow down and take extra care around school zones. It follows a...
High-flying fun at Cressy aerodrome
THE Cressy aerodrome is gearing up for a busy weekend as it prepares to host Colac Otway Shire's Australia Day celebrations. The aerodrome is increasingly...
Pill testing saving lives
THE State Government has reported its fixed site pill testing service is reducing harm and saving lives, with cocaine and ketamine among the most...
Leave early on extreme or catastrophic days: CFA
THE CFA is reminding residents that leaving early is the safest option on days of extreme or catastrophic fire risk. CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan...
Wings, wheels and coffee
BACCHUS March and District Holden Car Club is getting set to host its annual feature event on Sunday 1 February. The annual fundraising show at...
Movies in the Marsh
ARTHOUSE film The New Boy, featuring Cate Blanchett playing a renegade nun, is first up for this year's Movies in the Marsh series. The freshly...
Fruitful summer at Bacchus Marsh
WITH plenty of luscious fruit hanging on the branches, the region's fruit growers were not taking any chances earlier this week as they prepared...
Bringing Blackwood’s lively past to life
ONE of the most intriguing items in the Blackwood and District Historical Society's collection would have to be the religious book with a bullet...
CWA combatting social isolation; scones optional
FOR decades the CWA has been playing an important role in the community, and that role may just be more relevant than ever. Combatting social...
Santa run for Bacchus Marsh and surrounds
RESIDENTS of Bacchus Marsh and surrounds are getting set to welcome a very popular seasonal visitor. The area's local fire brigades, supported by Community Bank...
Carols at the chapel
THIS Saturday evening's carols service at St Martin's Chapel in Blackwood promises to be a joyous community event. The community carols and free sausage sizzle...
