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Wednesday, 28 February 2024
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Get the latest on the bushfire situation north-west of Ballarat
Staff Reporters
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Council
'It's something local councils do regularly.'
Bryan Hoadley
Police confirmed they are investigating
Staff Reporters
The Handcrafts and Collectable Models shop included a tobacco station outlet. Picture by Lachlan Bence
The high life comes with a big price tag, as these houses show.
Jemimah Clegg
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This stunning Elizabeth Bay property has sold for a reported $80 million. Pic: Supplied
The high life comes with a big price tag, as these houses show.
Jemimah Clegg
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This stunning Elizabeth Bay property has sold for a reported $80 million. Pic: Supplied
Mardi Gras organisers have allowed police to join after talks.
Anna Houlahan • 17m ago
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NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb addresses media during a press conference in Sydney, Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Picture AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts
A man has been arrested over the alleged shooting.
Anna Houlahan
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NSW Police on Castlereagh Street in Sydney after a shooting on February 28, 2024. Police arrested a man while paramedics took the shot man to hospital. Picture AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi
The proposed name acknowledges the traditional owners.
Alison Foletta
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The brand new community hub in Ballarat opened late January 2024. Picture by Lachlan Bence
Have Your Say
Transport advocate shares vision for future options.
Nieve Walton and Gwen Liu
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The man broke through a door with his shoulder to get to the kids.
Alex Dalziel
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'It's a vital asset to us and the community.'
Bryan Hoadley
Construction 'tops out' on stage two of hospital redevelopment.
Michelle Smith
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Grampians Health chief executive Dale Fraser and Victorian health minister Mary-Anne Thomas on top of the six-storey central energy plant building currently under construction as part of the Ballarat Base Hospital redevelopment.
Man faces six charges and will face court in March.
Bryan Hoadley
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Spotfire along the Western Highway which was allegedly started by a Sebastopol man. Picture supplied
A hit-and-run left a child in hospital, accused fled to drains.
Alison Foletta
The accused man faced court from custody.
Court
There was an unsuccessful attempt from the family to broaden the investigation.
Alex Dalziel
Man arrested after masturbating near 16-year-old girl.
Alex Dalziel
Ballarat Train Station. File picture
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1000 firefighters from across the state are battling the fires.
Staff Reporters
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'It involved a level of calculation and persistence.'
Alex Dalziel
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Melbourne County Court. File picture
All the excitement and atmosphere from the BAS rowing regatta.
Abby Blee and Edie Folkei in the Loreto College spit crew. Picture by Lachlan Bence. To buy this photo, email syndication@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Nearly 62 per cent of businesses pay men more than women.
Karen Barlow
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A man and a woman work at laptops back to back but there's a substantial gap between men's and women's pay in Australia. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Education
Gareth Richardson was struck by a car in Alfredton last year.
Michelle Smith
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This couple has fast made an impact in Ballarat's food scene.
Melanie Whelan
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The former Moon and Mountain space is set to be home to authentic Thai cuisine from mid-July. Picture by Adam Trafford
Court
The 20-year-old applied for bail on Monday over the charges.
Alex Dalziel
A base camp for firefighters is being built at Victoria Park.
Michelle Smith
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The map of potential impact areas for Wednesday from the current Bayindeen - Rocky Road Fire
The javelin thrower is in training in FedUni's sports centre.
Melanie Whelan
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Ballarat Olympian Kathryn Mitchell in training for a fourth Olympic bid in Federation University's high performance sports centre in Mount Helen on February 26, 2024. Picture by Adam Trafford

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More housing, healthcare and education is needed in the country.
Anna Houlahan
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The surprise tour starts in five days.
Anna McGuinness • 2hrs ago
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British DJ Fred again has announced shows in Melbourne, Sydney and the Gold Coast in March 2024. Picture by Shutterstock
At the end of the path are two heaps of earth.
Steve Evans • 53m ago
The scene were police discovered two bodies, believed to be of Jesse Baird, 26, and Luke Davies, 29. Pictures Karleen Minney, Instagram
'We are overjoyed by the arrival of our little ray of sunshine.'
Anna McGuinness
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Miranda Kerr has welcomed her fourth son. Picture via Instagram/@mirandakerr
A leading Islamic group won't attend the Victorian premier's Iftar dinner over Labor's response to the Gaza conflict, calling an attack on Israel "legitimate".
Rachael Ward • 29m ago
Islamic Council of Victoria's Adel Salman says the community is in no mood for a celebratory event. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
WestVic Academy of Sport opens revised scholarship program.
Melanie Whelan
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'It's not a hard game, but it certainly makes you perspire.'
Bryan Hoadley
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Carmel and Allen Durbidge are keen pickleball players. Picture by Kate Healy
Webbcona will play in the Tuesday pennant grand final after win.
Bryan Hoadley
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Sarah Braybrook of Webbcona gives Harold Worsley a kiss to celebrate their win. Picture by Adam Trafford
The javelin thrower is in training in FedUni's sports centre.
Melanie Whelan
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Ballarat Olympian Kathryn Mitchell in training for a fourth Olympic bid in Federation University's high performance sports centre in Mount Helen on February 26, 2024. Picture by Adam Trafford
They were loud and parochial in this Boat Race 'rite of passage'.
Melanie Whelan and Alex Ford
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Damasuc College Girls' Captain of Boats Charley Gathlan gets in the spit crew vibes ahead of her big race in the firsts. Picture by Lachlan Bence
The high life comes with a big price tag, as these houses show.
Jemimah Clegg
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He's seen a big increase on what he paid for it.
Jade Lazarevic
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Ex-Silverchair star Daniel Johns has listed one of his properties in Merewether for auction with Chasse Ede at Presence Real Estate. Picture supplied
Its leafy location is both picturesque and convenient.
House of the Week
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Inside the 1910 Black Hill period home that combines old with new
Surrounded by gardens, the North Ballarat home is a true retreat.
Feature Property
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Concept Park units are constructed to the highest of standards.
Commercial Property
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Bespoke units on the cusp of Delacombe's growth zone
See the stunning before and after of the block now for sale.
Melissa Kehagias
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"We had a type of person in mind; professional tenants and what they needed and wanted," John Fronis said. Pic: Supplied
Are Pizza Shapes even the best flavour of Shapes?
Karen Hardy
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The chef will cook with old friends and newcomers on his show.
Ron Cerabona
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 Art Simone joined Adam Liaw in the kitchen. Picture by Jiwon Kim
This couple has fast made an impact in Ballarat's food scene.
Melanie Whelan
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The former Moon and Mountain space is set to be home to authentic Thai cuisine from mid-July. Picture by Adam Trafford
There are big shoes to fill on this long-running television show.
Melanie Whelan
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Popular Ballarat foodie Tim Bone is set to feature on Channel 10's Good Chef Bad Chef, which screens from March 18, 2024. Picture by Kate Healy
Robin Zander reflects on Cheap Trick's first Australian tour.
Josh Leeson
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From left, Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen, Robin Zander, Tom Petersson and Daxx Nielsen. Picture by Jeremy Harris
Small, guided tours with more time to meet locals and soak up a destination are being embraced by Australian travellers seeking more authentic experiences.
An exclusive tour of Tasmania, Flinders Island, and King Island.
Emma Brown
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The Nut at Stanley. Picture Shutterstock
The Red Cross buddy program supports people across the country.
Allie and Val just clicked from the moment they met. Picture supplied
Community holds out hope to find answers for the family.
Melanie Whelan
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'It's something local councils do regularly.'
Bryan Hoadley
WestVic Academy of Sport opens revised scholarship program.
Melanie Whelan
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World champion para-cyclist Alana Forster and (inset), rising track cyclist Graeme Frislie (cycling) and wheel racer Sam Rizzo have been WestVic Academy of Sport scholarship holders.
Police confirmed they are investigating
Staff Reporters
The Handcrafts and Collectable Models shop included a tobacco station outlet. Picture by Lachlan Bence
Get the latest on the bushfire situation north-west of Ballarat
Staff Reporters
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Fire crews have been working hard to build containment lines ahead of Wednesday's predicted extreme fire danger day. Picture supplied
Transport advocate shares vision for future options.
Nieve Walton and Gwen Liu
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North or west? We ask Ballarat's train advocates and commuters where they want to see our next stations. Pictures by The Courier.
Chances are your takeaway container is treated with PFAS.
John Hanscombe
Mental health should be of equal importance as physical health.
Carly Dober
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Federal Health Minister Mark Butler. Picture by Keegan Carroll
When did it stop being about modesty and all about flex appeal?
Denis Moriarty
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The folly of claiming to be perfect. Picture Shutterstock
Our duelling experts help you decide.
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
It's great way to have a break and support local communities.
On the radar: Upcoming Australian festivals worth travelling for
Europe awaits, ready to weave its magic into the fabric of your memories.
Beautiful old town of Provence. Picture Shutterstock
Car Expert
The new Ford Mustang isn’t due to launch in Australia until the second half of 2024, almost two years after it was first revealed.
Jordan Mulach • 36m ago
Skoda is considering bringing a luxurious L&K variant of its Enyaq to Australia. The electric SUV range is due here in July.
William Stopford • 2hrs ago
Skoda Australia’s first electric car one step closer
After a number of delays, production of the Polestar 3 has started in Chengu, China. It's slated to arrive in Australia in June.
Jack Quick
2024 Polestar 3 production commences in China
2024 is set to be a big year for MG, with the Chinese brand reportedly launching a new version of its popular electric ZS SUV – and a MG 4-based wagon.
Jordan Mulach
New MG ZS EV, MG 4 electric wagon to launch this year - report
Hyundai's forthcoming Staria Hybrid has completed emissions and noise certifications in Korea. Its reveal is now immient.
Jack Quick
2024 Hyundai Staria hybrid is on the horizon
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
Stock & Land
The organisation helps care for sick lambs and sheep before finding them a "forever home".
Bryce Eishold • 2hrs ago
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Watch and act warnings are still in place for surrounding towns.
Philippe Perez • 2hrs ago
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Incident controller for the Bayendean fire Jarrod Hayse said authorities were still on high alert for dry, windy conditions into the afternoon. Picture by Lachlan Bence
Langi Kal Kal Angus, Trawalla, again has a near total clearance.
Andrew Miller
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Langi Kal Kal stud principal Kahn Jantzen and the top priced bull. Picture supplied
Are Pizza Shapes even the best flavour of Shapes?
Karen Hardy
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The chef will cook with old friends and newcomers on his show.
Ron Cerabona
No comments
 Art Simone joined Adam Liaw in the kitchen. Picture by Jiwon Kim
This couple has fast made an impact in Ballarat's food scene.
Melanie Whelan
No comments
The former Moon and Mountain space is set to be home to authentic Thai cuisine from mid-July. Picture by Adam Trafford