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IN FOCUS: Wyndham Park PS – A learning community
Actively upholding the values expressed in the school’s motto, “Aspire Learn Achieve”, has enabled Wyndham Park Primary School to grow enrolments to approximately 400 students…
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IN FOCUS: Jolly Miller – good times, ace tastes
The Jolly Miller in Bacchus Marsh got a snazzy revamp in November and now it’s launched a new menu. Part of the town’s streetscape since…
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IN FOCUS: Heathdale and the love of learning
One of the biggest decisions parents make is choosing the right school for their child. Each school is different. Ross Grace, Heathdale Christian College principal,…
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We can do better: V/Line
V/Line has committed to improving performance on the Ballarat line after recent data showed punctuality and reliability at their lowest since November. Recent figures show…
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Motorcyclists dies in Melton South crash
A motorcyclist died in a collision at Melton South yesterday. Police said a white utility and a motorcycle were both travelling city-bound when they collided…
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IN FOCUS: On the road with Jayco Ballarat
As a caravanner of many years, Scott McPherson knows a thing or two about the favourite way Australians love to see their vast country. He…
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IN FOCUS: Taste of Thailand in Melton
Thai cuisine has long been one of the most popular in the Australian foodie scene and now Pooki Porntalak and her sister Poppy are bringing…
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In Focus: Melton’s top-shelf HQ for top tints
Daniel Stewart set up his own window tinting business nearly three years ago – and now he’s on track to being the most recommended independent…
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IN FOCUS: Take care of your kidneys
The incidence of renal related disease in Australia is at an all-time high and fast becoming a public health issue of epidemic proportions.
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Trainer reaches new heights
Five months of a strict health regime and eight weeks of learning to walk in heels has led Robin Kuipers to fulfil a life-long dream.…
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Mystery drives brigade fundraiser
There will be an element of mystery behind the Diggers Rest Fire Brigade’s upcoming fundraiser. Ticket sales have started for the brigade’s inaugural Great Ball…
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Teed up to stop bullying
Troy “Tee Mac” prides himself on being an unconventional motivational speaker. The heavily tattooed former gang member turned musician is on a mission to help…
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Sprinting into history
The Myrniong Historic Car Sprint is racing toward its 16th year. Featuring vintage and historic racing cars dating back to the early 20th century, the…
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Ballan totally mad for autumn
Ballan was nearly cleaned out of Mad Hatter tea party costumes and accessories in the lead-up to the town’s autumn festivities. The annual Ballan Autumn…
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Communities rally behind children of killed Diggers Rest woman
The Sunbury and Diggers Rest communities have thrown their support behind fundraisers for the children of a Diggers Rest woman who was killed earlier this…
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