Nick Powell

The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has warned Ballarat residents to prepare for a "mixed bag" to start 2026, swinging from thunderstorms to a mid-week heatwave that could push temperatures close to 40 degrees. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to... See more

For the second year in a row, Ballarat's night sky will be lit up at Lake Wendouree as 2025 comes to an end. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading Revellers of all ages are invited to enjoy the Fireworks Spectacular, which will... See more

Danny "Tikka" Hughes had a milestone of making it to Christmas and spending more time with his family. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading Told in August 2024 he had six months to live, the Mitchell Park father-of-two has spe... See more

It's a familiar sight to anyone driving into Ballarat via the Midland Highway: the imposing Second Empire style of the former Carriers' Arms Hotel and the fading 'Melbourne Bitter' sign painted on its northern wall. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or ... See more

"Stinky bins" could see the City of Ballarat backflip on its decision to collect FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) waste fortnightly, with councillors voting in favour of a review weeks after starting the controversial waste collection scheme. Subs... See more