Don’t judge a book by its cover
By Meg Kennedy A debut author’s picture book has been published in England, but its beginnings stem back locally. Ballan resident Heather Anthony’s debut book ‘Mouse...
Shovel ready project
By Meg Kennedy A new shed and training facility for the Bacchus Marsh SES is now one step closer to becoming a reality, with the...
Blitz of different kind on freeway
Thousands of native seedlings have been planted across Moorabool to celebrate World Environment Day earlier this month, as part of a planting blitz by...
Club flags their Centenary
By Todd Whelan Former Darley premiership player Drew Edwards’ mission to find the Devils oldest living player ahead of the Club's upcoming 100th year celebration,...
History going digital
By Meg Kennedy A grant of almost $13,000 will allow the Bacchus Marsh and District Historical Society to bring more editions of the old Bacchus...
Grapevines branch out
By Meg Kennedy A Moorabool winery is set to make its debut in Japan, following a recent State Government grant to export to East Asia. St...
Gateway alert signs
By Helen Tatchell Have you seen these new signs? Can’t really miss them and they are eye-catching, but will they do what the government expects...
Book re-opens on history
By Helen Tatchell
“The importance of Historical Societies in a community cannot be over emphasised. They provide a link with the...
Considering painting the town pink
By Meg Kennedy The main street of Ballan may currently be covered in winter woollies, but a different splash of colour is possibly on the...
Only pee and poo down the loo
Although some wipes – such as make-up and baby wipes – may be labelled as ‘flushable’, Central Highlands Water has warned customers that there...
In the interim, another CEO
By Kate Taylor The Ballan District Health and Care Board has appointed one of its own as a new interim CEO. Volunteer Board member Rowena...
Craft for a cause
A local crafting group in Bacchus Marsh has donated more than 150 pouches to Wildlife Victoria for injured animals. Crafting for a Cause, comprised of...