What’s in a vape?
Better Health Channel More and more people are taking up vaping, but few know what they’re actually inhaling. Many e-liquids contain chemicals like formaldehyde acrolein which...
Secure your load
Bacchus Marsh Fire Brigade On Saturday 10 December, the Bacchus Marsh Fire Brigade attended an incident on the Western Highway, Hopetoun Park exit ramp. A luxury...
How to stay informed
VicEmergency During an emergency, there are a range of ways you can get warnings and information, including by phone, radio, TV and online via our...
Mushrooms and dogs don’t mix
Better Health Channel Poisonous mushrooms are dangerous for pets as well as people. Ingesting them can cause a range of illnesses in pets including gastro-like illness,...
Kids takeover at State Library
As the state heats up, State Library Victoria is hosting a range of cool activities for kids to enjoy over the summer holidays. A marvellous...
One in the books for Daylesford Speedway
The Daylesford Speedway Association finally held its first meeting of the season as the weather played nice for three quarters of the day, allowing...
The first 200 days in office
By Lachlan Ellis Believe it or not, it’s been over 200 days since the federal election, and a local MP has shared his thoughts on...
This summer is different – be prepared
With heavy rains still hitting parts of Victoria, Parks Victoria, Forest Fire Management Victoria, and the Conservation Regulator are urging Victorians to prepare before...
Rural mental health cash boost
A pharmaceutical company has reached its goal of raising $100,000 for mental health support, for the seventh year running. Zoetis, the world’s largest producer of...
Ballan Golf Club
Results - W/e Saturday 10 December Wednesday – Stableford Winner - Bill Bob Arklay (11) 37 points. R/up - Denis Conroy (18) 32 points. Magpie -...
History – back in the day
Bacchus Marsh & District Historical Society Inc. The Osage Orange Avenue and Windbreak at 22 Taverner Street, Maddingley are of local historical significance as rare...
Preparing pets for summer
Summer is rapidly approaching, and many Victorians are preparing for the holidays – but the RSPCA is reminding pet owners to keep the wellbeing...