Running from August 18-27, the “Wild Wild West” route will cover more than 5200 kilometres, taking entrants through regional towns, outback landscapes and remote communities before reaching the spectacular Ningaloo Coast. Along the way, participants will raise vital funds to support children who are sick, experiencing disadvantage or living with disability. All vehicles must be […]
Michael Seton, a former government superannuation fund chief executive, is running as an independent candidate for the Macedon electorate in the November 2026 Victorian State Election. Mr Seton said the state government’s financial position was dire. “We need people with financial management experience like me to put their hand up for Parliament to help fix […]
The Local has been shortlisted for two awards in the 2026 Victorian Country Press Association awards. Just sayin’… is up for Best Opinion Editorial while a photograph on the front page of the September 22 edition, 2025, is up for Best Sports Photo. VCPA Chair Andrea Graham said the association was delighted to recognise the […]
The appointment takes Ms Dore from the role of acting CEO to interim until a permanent CEO is appointed. Mayor Cr Tony Clark said he was delighted the appointment of an interim CEO was the first decision made by the reinstated councillors. “Appointing Janet to the interim CEO role provides the organisation with stability while […]
Fern Hill forefather William Middlemiss was born on June 5, 1831 at Dunira Estate, Perthshire, Scotland. His parents were Thomas Middlemiss and Janet Ewan. The family sailed on 20 March 20, 1849 on the ship Saxon and while travelling William wrote a diary of his experiences. Here are some excerpts from his diary writings on […]
Well here I am again penning another article for you, the reader, to enjoy… This time I’ll be featuring somewhat unusual ornamental fruiting trees and shrubs for the garden. So let’s start (in alphabetical order) with one of my favourite maples: 1. Acer fabri (Faber’s maple) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to central and […]
Caitlin Marks was raised by her maternal grandparents from an early age, following the unexpected death of her mother. Her grandmother was a craftsperson and her grandfather an author and journalist, her mother’s brother a musician. Caitlin says creativity has always pulsed in her background and through her veins, and she continues to find large […]
Since March, the Bigger Hearts Dementia Alliance Ballarat has provided the opportunity for 15 people from Creswick and surrounds district, to come together on a weekly basis in Creswick to participate in Art Escape 2026. Art Escape is a program funded by the Community Bank Creswick & District, to enable people living with dementia to […]
