Lite to ignite kaleidoscope of fun
By Jessica Howard Ballan will be seen in a different light this month as fluorescent art and decorations transform the facades of over...
Minister blows wind, not smoke
By Kate Taylor It came with the headline ‘new jobs breeze into the Ballarat region with wind farm approval’ – but the media release...
Grassroots sport declines
By Jessica Howard Country football and netball clubs may face the final siren as they struggle with a lack of players and shrinking...
Caught in the act
By Jessica Howard
A woman making it happen
By Jessica Howard It’s only fitting that Noelle Dickson is the face of an innovative health campaign titled ‘Women Making It Happen’. The Bacchus...
Ballan Autumn Festival – Parade Results
Mayor’s Award: Most outstanding float by a community group
Ballan Lioness ClubMost Popular Sporting Group
Kyokushin KarateMost Outstanding Commercial Entry
Mill Rose CaféMost Outstanding Individual Entry
Colin HolmesMost Outstanding School Entry
Ballan...Be a part of the trend
By Jessica Howard Bacchus Marsh Cobras are encouraging more women to join the female football revolution. Bacchus Marsh Football Netball Club women’s coordinator, Rod...
Powered by water
By Kate Taylor A mini hydro station at Lal Lal Reservoir is now up and running. In the absence of the state water minister, Member for...
Get screwed
By Jessica Howard As number plate theft in the region continues to rise, local police are urging the community to lock down their...
The best friends
Next time you sit under a shady tree or enjoy a nice scenic walk along a river track, take a moment to think who...
Success in the saddle
By Kate Taylor Jockey Kassie Furness has finished her Racing Victoria apprenticeship – and is already in fine form. Furness rode a double at...