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BREAKINGMan with suspected firearm arrested in Mitchell Park

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'Significant optimism' for a new era of mining discovery

Taylor Padfield
2hrs ago

AstraZeneca's vaccine is already being manufactured in Melbourne.

EXPLAINERCOVID-19 jabs: What are the pros and cons of each vaccine and what's the latest?

Steve Evans

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'It is having a significant impact': HomeBuilder scheme extended

FWC decision: Young employees covered by the Retail Award will be paid as adults if they are level 4 or above managers, but those below will remain as juniors.

Not all Ballarat junior workers will win adult wages in Fair Work decision

Caleb Cluff

'Disgraceful' woman who faked cancer and received $100k sent to jail

'Disgraceful' woman who faked cancer and received $100k sent to jail

Cat curfews, fire season and glyphosate herbicides: Ditchy tackles this week's features

SUBSCRIBERCat curfews, fire season and glyphosate herbicides: Ditchy tackles this week's features

38m ago

'A common sense change': Why Victoria will abolish public drunkenness law

'A common sense change': Why Victoria will abolish public drunkenness law

Thirty straight days without a COVID-19 case across Victoria

New half-marathon run, virtual nationals ride on Classic card

'They could make a generational impact': Committee seeks new chair for new era

How firefighters are preparing for the upcoming fire season

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BREAKINGMan with suspected firearm arrested in Mitchell Park

18m ago

ON FIRE: BMS leader David Schreenan produced a standout performance for his club in its win over Buninyong on Saturday. Pictures: Lachlan Bence

BMS make it two of two to start the season | Saturday pennant round up

Ditchy's View

HAVE YOUR SAYAre we running out of space? Ballarat's big growth question

RETURNING: Tom Sullivan has been voted in unanimously as Moorabool's mayor for the third time. Picture: supplied

Tom Sullivan is back in charge as Moorabool's new mayor

Vaccines for coronavirus should be rolled out in Australia early next year, Scott Morrison says.

Resilience is our anti-COVID secret: PM

58m ago

A traditional favourite in Walker Street, Sebastopol.

FREEBallarat Christmas Lights 2020: enter your house to win

BREAKINGMan with suspected firearm arrested in Mitchell Park

18m ago

SUBSCRIBERCat curfews, fire season and glyphosate herbicides: Ditchy tackles this week's features

38m ago

'Significant optimism' for a new era of mining discovery

2hrs ago

'A common sense change': Why Victoria will abolish public drunkenness law

10:30AM

Jack 'Riding' high after successful BCA stint

10:30AM

New half-marathon run, virtual nationals ride on Classic card

10:00AM

Commissioner Rob Rogers says the RFS is using "overwhelming force" on major blazes.

House ablaze amid western Sydney bushfire

29m ago

Trade Minister Simon Birmingham: China needs to speak plainly and clearly.

Birmingham likely to call on trade umpire

35m ago

Nicola Spurrier: anyone directed to quarantine has to do the full 14 days.

SA testing blitz after quarantine breach

57m ago

Vaccines for coronavirus should be rolled out in Australia early next year, Scott Morrison says.

Resilience is our anti-COVID secret: PM

58m ago

Shannon Fentiman: new laws will depend on people understanding and identifying coercive control.

Training key to Qld domestic violence laws

Marty Silk
1hr ago

Ben Small, right, replaces retired minister Mathias Cormann in the Senate.

Parliament sits for final 2020 fortnight

Paul Osborne
1hr ago

A virtual Scott Morrison will grace the final parliamentary sitting fortnight for the year.

PM to beam in as parliament sits

Colin Brinsden
1hr ago

Queensland Treasurer Cameron Dick will hand down his budget on Tuesday.

Queensland to borrow more, call in debts

Marty Silk
2hrs ago

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'It is having a significant impact': HomeBuilder scheme extended

Thirty straight days without a COVID-19 case across Victoria

Thirty straight days without a COVID-19 case across Victoria

New ideas: Hydrant Food Hall's Sam and Elise Rowe have been hard at work with their crew setting up a new outdoor dining space on McKenzie Street. Picture: Adam Trafford

'A new attraction for Ballarat': Fresh ideas for a summer recovery outdoors

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OPINIONCOVID-19 cases decrease as weather heats up

AstraZeneca's vaccine is already being manufactured in Melbourne.

EXPLAINERCOVID-19 jabs: What are the pros and cons of each vaccine and what's the latest?

Steve Evans

Road-tripping during a pandemic? The 11 key tips you need to keep in mind

IN DEPTHRoad-tripping during a pandemic? The 11 key tips you need to keep in mind

We have 'eliminated' COVID-19, but 'eradication' is a distant dream

EXPLAINERWe have 'eliminated' COVID-19, but 'eradication' is a distant dream

Michael Toole

COVID-19 eliminated in Victoria? Official benchmark now reached

COVID-19 eliminated in Victoria? Official benchmark now reached

GOOD LUCK: Temporary Ballarat-Redan recruit Jack Riding has praised his time in the Ballarat Cricket Association. Picture: Adam Trafford

Jack 'Riding' high after successful BCA stint

ON FIRE: BMS leader David Schreenan produced a standout performance for his club in its win over Buninyong on Saturday. Pictures: Lachlan Bence

BMS make it two of two to start the season | Saturday pennant round up

ON PACE: Wendouree captain Ryan Simmonds lets one fire in his club's win over Golden Point on Saturday. Picture: Adam Trafford

Roosters ground Hawks, while Red Caps openers light up | BCA round six | results

Golden-Point CC v Wendouree CC at Eastern Oval. Picture - Adam Trafford

BCA Cricket Photos | Nov 28, 2020

Premier Division Bowls. | Photos

Premier Division Bowls. | Photos

ON COURT: Zoe Hives played her first game in more than 14 months on Friday. Picture: Lachlan Bence

Hives jumps in the deep end in first match back

Kyle Evans

WELCOME: Melbourne-based coach Adam Grinholz will coach Ballarat City FC in 2021. Picture: Kate Healy

Ballarat City FC names new head coach

Kyle Evans

Stawell Gift's future secured after new five-year deal

Stawell Gift's future secured after new five-year deal

Cassandra Langley

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

"The brass in the piano actually started to melt. That's how hot it got", Torrington resident Richard Cork lost a property to fire on November 8, 2019. PHOTO: Andrew Messenger

LISTENWhen these wilderness escapes became death traps

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

Welcome to the new Shout – where young people can be heard

Welcome to the new Shout – where young people can be heard

Welcome to the new Shout – where young people can be heard

Welcome to the new Shout – where young people can be heard

CAPTURE: Young photographer Kade Towk likes to play with reality in his photos. He say a National Centre for Photography in Ballarat will offer inspiration in pathways. See more of his work: thecourier.com.au/community/shout. Picture: Kade Towk

Students sees pathways in National Centre for Photography bigger picture

CAPTURE: Young photographer Kade Towk likes to play with reality in his photos. He say a National Centre for Photography in Ballarat will offer inspiration in pathways. See more of his work: thecourier.com.au/community/shout. Picture: Kade Towk

Students sees pathways in National Centre for Photography bigger picture

CHANGING: Invasion Day dawn ceremony at View Point, by Lake Wendouree, on January 26. Picture: Lachlan Bence

OPINIONChange the date: 'We should strive to make right, even if piece by piece'

CHANGING: Invasion Day dawn ceremony at View Point, by Lake Wendouree, on January 26. Picture: Lachlan Bence

OPINIONChange the date: 'We should strive to make right, even if piece by piece'

Bob along at Arbory Afloat. Picture: Supplied

Four ways to fall in love with Melbourne all over again

Sue Wallace

A popular waterhole for swimming at Litchfield National Park is Florence Falls. Picture: Michael Turtle

Ethical tourism is about more than just picking up your litter

Michael Turtle

Air wars as borders reopen: what it means for travellers

Air wars as borders reopen: what it means for travellers

Explore Travel

Get the digital version of The Latest Paper

Get the digital version of the Latest Paper

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Dan Levy and Kristen Stewart star in Happiest Season. Picture: Sony

REVIEWPerfect for the 'coming out' season

Cris Kennedy

A still from In The Name of the Land. Picture: Supplied

REVIEWThe sadness of French rural life

Jane Freebury

The fountain of youth, Rob Lowe. Picture: Getty Images

Still slaying it in the roaring 20s

Cris Kennedy

Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations

Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations

Seniors encouraged to share the word on CarerHelp

Seniors encouraged to share the word on CarerHelp

Celebrate a regenerative shift this Ag Day

Celebrate a regenerative shift this Ag Day

Lorraine Gordon, Sponsored Content

Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations

Landcare youth are taking action today to care for the future of their environment for all generations

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Emma Brown

The mighty Murray cruise

The mighty Murray cruise

Emma Brown

Spectacular display home in Lucas | Feature property

Spectacular display home in Lucas | Feature property

Spectacular display home in Lucas | Feature property

Spectacular display home in Lucas | Feature property

Idyllic lifestyle property in Warrenheip | House of the Week

Idyllic lifestyle property in Warrenheip | House of the Week

Idyllic lifestyle property in Warrenheip | House of the Week

Idyllic lifestyle property in Warrenheip | House of the Week

Ever wanted to own a corner pub? Here is your chance

Ever wanted to own a corner pub? Here is your chance

Commercial real estate

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

COLOUR: Button everlastings and trailing shaggy-pea on the edge of the Creswick forest.

Flowers of late spring brighten up the forest | Nature Notes

Roger Thomas

Want to share Ballarat sport results, draws or teams?

Want to share Ballarat sport results, draws or teams?

The Courier sponsorship requests

The Courier sponsorship requests

COLOUR: Button everlastings and trailing shaggy-pea on the edge of the Creswick forest.

Flowers of late spring brighten up the forest | Nature Notes

Scamwatch: planning a holiday? Make sure it's the real deal

Scamwatch: planning a holiday? Make sure it's the real deal

NESTING: Scores of waterbirds, including coots, have abandoned Lake Wendouree in search of dams and wetlands where they will breed.

Waterbirds flying the coop for a little loving | Nature Notes

Roger Thomas

Cat curfews, fire season and glyphosate herbicides: Ditchy tackles this week's features

SUBSCRIBERCat curfews, fire season and glyphosate herbicides: Ditchy tackles this week's features

38m ago

Golden-Point CC v Wendouree CC at Eastern Oval. Picture - Adam Trafford

BCA Cricket Photos | Nov 28, 2020

Premier Division Bowls. | Photos

Premier Division Bowls. | Photos

Wendouree captain Ryan Simmonds on the latest episode of At the Crease.

Simmonds opens up on first year of captaincy on latest At the Crease episode

GOLDEN CELEBRATION: The Gold Pavilion is planned to be completed by 2023 and include exhibition and retail spaces.

HAVE YOUR SAYSee the plans as Sovereign Hill's bold new vision is unveiled

Greg Gliddon

Keep the umbrella handy this summer is what the Bureau of Meteorology is predicting with a wet and humid three months ahead.

More floods than fires expected this summer

Greg Gliddon

Can you spot yourself in 350 Sovereign Hill photos from over the years?

Can you spot yourself in 350 Sovereign Hill photos from over the years?

BDBD Bowls Tuesday Pennant Premier Division - Midlands v Central Wendouree at Midlands.
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Tuesday Ballarat Bowls | Photos

Kate Healy & Adam Trafford

So what's next after airport rail link tunnel snub?

OPINIONSo what's next after airport rail link tunnel snub?

Michael Poulton

Why new life on 'The Hill' matters to Ballarat

OPINIONWhy new life on 'The Hill' matters to Ballarat

EDITORIAL

SIGNING UP: Hawk James Frawley retired, until he didn't, with a great chance to change up his game once more.

OPINIONFrawley's retirement-breaker is worth Ballarat's hope-filled wait

LISTEN TO THIS: The winning project holds promise for those who have suffered hearing loss as a result of ageing, among other possible factors.

Hearing loss treatment crowned winner

ONLINE CHECK: There are many charities that deserve your donation this Christmas. But before giving, do a quick check on the ACNC website's Charity Register.

How to avoid charity scams this Christmas

Geraldine Cardozo

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

Ethicist calls for sexbots for elderly

WOW: A buck has sold for $9000 at auction.

You've got to be kidding, bucks hit record $9000

Hannah Powe

FUTURE: University of WA researchers Ian Small and Joanne Melonek played a major role in a recent research project mapping the genomes of 16 wheat varieties.

Researchers make wheat genome breakthrough

Gregor Heard

BIG DRAFT: Greg and Fiona Simpson, with son Ben, Winjallok, consigned a draft of 3340 mostly Merino sheep to Wycheproof Friday.

Wycheproof sale a "pretty good result" overall

Alastair Dowie

Five lighting tips to brighten up your day

Five lighting tips to brighten up your day

PRIVATE RETREAT: The Treetops House on the Mornington Peninsula by Bryant Alsop Architects. The brief was to create the notion of a weekender - evoking images of architectural simplicity and isolation where owners can escape their weekday life and reconnect with themselves and their environment. Pictures: Jack Lovel.

The suburban treetops house retreat

FESTIVE FAIR: Whether it's meat, eggs or fish, support those who support higher animal welfare.

This year, have a very merry higher welfare holiday season

RSPCA