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Oct 20, 2026

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1 min read

Five generations have run this vineyard since 1920. DNA testing still can't identify all the grapes.

Best’s Wines Great Western has survived the depression, fires and an insect crisis that once destroyed half of France’s vineyards.

Profiles

Oct 20, 2026

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4 min read

West Vic farmers say EU trade deal falls short, but cutting emissions is paying off

Local producers have questioned the free-trade agreement, but their concerns extend beyond quotas to the climate policies that could shape their access to overseas markets.

Agriculture

Jul 31, 2026

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20 min read

Who can I vote for across Western Victoria at the 2026 Victorian election?

Our guide to November’s state election, who you can vote for and what they hope to achieve if they are elected into power.

Politics

House prices have fallen for the second time on record - but one Ballarat first-home buyer is building anyway

Oct 23, 2026

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2 min read

House prices have fallen for the second time on record - but one Ballarat first-home buyer is building anyway

Miriam joined Federal MP Catherine King to discuss accessible housing on her new property.

Housing

Darcie Humphreys

Australians buy 56 new clothing items a year. These West Vic teens are teaching others to shop second-hand instead

Oct 23, 2026

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3 min read

Australians buy 56 new clothing items a year. These West Vic teens are teaching others to shop second-hand instead

Op shopping, repairing clothes and upcycling are on trend.

Events

Zara Cuthbertson

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Agriculture

Dairy profits bounce back, but farmers say recovery is far from over

Oct 26, 2026

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2 min read

Dairy profits bounce back, but farmers say recovery is far from over

Average earnings rose more than $2 to $3.31 per kilogram of milk solids, but farmers say coming back from the financial damage of drought is a long game.

Oct 23, 2026

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1 min read

Lorne’s “Two Fat Ladies” sculptures, Cora and Lynn, are getting a makeover

Replicas are planned to take their place after decades of sun exposure.

Oct 23, 2026

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3 min read

Australians buy 56 new clothing items a year. These West Vic teens are teaching others to shop second-hand instead

Op shopping, repairing clothes and upcycling are on trend.

Oct 23, 2026

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2 min read

House prices have fallen for the second time on record - but one Ballarat first-home buyer is building anyway

Miriam joined Federal MP Catherine King to discuss accessible housing on her new property.

Oct 23, 2026

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1 min read

Catherine King: Politicians have long feared escalation that led to Haines attack

“We've all been saying it’s when not if, and unfortunately we have now seen the when.”

Catherine King: Politicians have long feared escalation that led to Haines attack

“We've all been saying it’s when not if, and unfortunately we have now seen the when.”

Ballarat

Former branch of failed State Bank hits Colac market for $1.45 million

Commonwealth Bank absorbed the State Bank of Victoria in the early 80s.

History

How many Apostles?

Plus: The history of Best’s Wines Great Western.

Minister, MP, candidate: Labor’s Michaela Settle on the fight to retain Eureka

From drought recovery and biosecurity to growing suburbs and regional roads, the MP outlines what she hopes to tackle next.

Profiles

A spa becomes brewery

Plus: Your ultimate November gig guide

Five generations have run this vineyard since 1920. DNA testing still can't identify all the grapes.

Best’s Wines Great Western has survived the depression, fires and an insect crisis that once destroyed half of France’s vineyards.

Profiles

Elaine Railway Hotel back after 18-month renovation - with new taps, Irish theme and ghost stories

Carolyn Coffey and Sean Kelly purchased the pub as a quiet getaway and semi-retirement.

Pub Chat

West Vic farmers say EU trade deal falls short, but cutting emissions is paying off

Local producers have questioned the free-trade agreement, but their concerns extend beyond quotas to the climate policies that could shape their access to overseas markets.

Agriculture

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Your go-to source for local news, events, and community stories across West Vic.

MUST READ

Five generations have run this vineyard since 1920. DNA testing still can't identify all the grapes.

West Vic farmers say EU trade deal falls short, but cutting emissions is paying off

Who can I vote for across Western Victoria at the 2026 Victorian election?

House prices have fallen for the second time on record - but one Ballarat first-home buyer is building anyway

Australians buy 56 new clothing items a year. These West Vic teens are teaching others to shop second-hand instead

THE LATEST

Dairy profits bounce back, but farmers say recovery is far from over

Lorne’s “Two Fat Ladies” sculptures, Cora and Lynn, are getting a makeover

Australians buy 56 new clothing items a year. These West Vic teens are teaching others to shop second-hand instead

House prices have fallen for the second time on record - but one Ballarat first-home buyer is building anyway

Catherine King: Politicians have long feared escalation that led to Haines attack

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Catherine King: Politicians have long feared escalation that led to Haines attack

Former branch of failed State Bank hits Colac market for $1.45 million

How many Apostles?

Minister, MP, candidate: Labor’s Michaela Settle on the fight to retain Eureka

A spa becomes brewery

Five generations have run this vineyard since 1920. DNA testing still can't identify all the grapes.

Elaine Railway Hotel back after 18-month renovation - with new taps, Irish theme and ghost stories

West Vic farmers say EU trade deal falls short, but cutting emissions is paying off

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