Platypus under the microscope
By Lachlan Ellis The results of a survey into the local platypus population have been released, and will form the foundation of local monitoring going...
Farmer wants a voice
By Lachlan Ellis A local farmer believes he and other community members have been ignored by their local political representative – but he has held...
Trucks to queue off road
Despite 46 objections by the community, an amended permit application has been approved by all four East Ward Councillors. To read the full story -...
Complete your Census
Census night is on tonight, Tuesday 10 August, and the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is reminding people to complete their Census as soon...
Blank canvas for artists
By Lachlan Ellis Youth have an opportunity to display their work on a cover, not the cover of the Rolling Stones, it’s a bit closer...
Sessions to support dementia
Dementia Australia is hosting an ‘introduction to dementia’ session in Moorabool, inviting participants to learn more about the types of dementia, and how to...
Collecting firewood a big no, no
Locals looking to snap up extra firewood from storm damaged areas are out of luck… for now. To read the full story - Simply click...
Amen. Back in the winner’s circle
By Tim O’Connor Father Brian Glasheen was among the owners celebrating Triple Eight's return to winning ways on Saturday night after the former Kiwi braved...
Grants for community open soon
Are you a non-profit community group with a project in mind that needs funding? Then you’re in luck – a range of funding streams...
Extra storm support
By Lachlan Ellis It’s not bushfire season yet, but ongoing work to recover from June’s storms has a bushfire recovery service stepping up to help...
Birds captured with a click
By Lachlan Ellis If you’ve visited Ballan, you’ve probably seen them; birds plastered over any spare wall. Local wildlife photographer David Whelan has partnered with the...
Dry cleaners on notice
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has put a message out to all Victorian dry cleaners – you must register your business. To read the full...