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Sep 16, 2026

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Ballarat pub cancels Ben Cousins show at the last minute following backlash

The agent representing the disgraced AFL star was scrambling to find a new venue on Wednesday afternoon.

Ballarat

Sep 15, 2026

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Stolen HiLux leaves couple on first child-free getaway stranded in Warrnambool, a long way from home

“Our first destination was supposed to be a bit more of a fancy part, staying at a nice hotel with an ocean view, a spa.”

Warrnambool

How does western Victoria break the cycle of higher domestic violence rates during AFL finals?

Sep 18, 2026

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How does western Victoria break the cycle of higher domestic violence rates during AFL finals?

“If nights when the footy is on usually end with your family feeling afraid, that is the sign it's time to get help.”

Zara Cuthbertson

Your ultimate West Vic October gig guide

Aug 18, 2026

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Your ultimate West Vic October gig guide

Ballarat, the Surf Coast and the Grampians are offering live shows covering alternative rock to trash alter egos.

Events

Darcie Humphreys

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Hundreds of ex-officers back in uniform as Labor, Coalition pitch rival plans for police

Sep 22, 2026

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Hundreds of ex-officers back in uniform as Labor, Coalition pitch rival plans for police

There are currently over 1,000 job vacancies in the Victorian Police force.

Sep 18, 2026

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2 min read

How does western Victoria break the cycle of higher domestic violence rates during AFL finals?

“If nights when the footy is on usually end with your family feeling afraid, that is the sign it's time to get help.”

Sep 18, 2026

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6 min read

Cousins show canned

Plus: No plans for smart glasses ban

Sep 17, 2026

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3 min read

Daylesford's housing market shifts from Airbnbs and investors to young professionals

Hepburn Shire council has worked to rectify the housing supply issues in the region since 2021.

Sep 17, 2026

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Ararat’s repeat animal cruelty offender allegedly caught with another 20 pets

The RSPCA said inspectors have removed more than 400 animals from the person over 10 years.

Daylesford's housing market shifts from Airbnbs and investors to young professionals

Hepburn Shire council has worked to rectify the housing supply issues in the region since 2021.

Housing

Ararat’s repeat animal cruelty offender allegedly caught with another 20 pets

The RSPCA said inspectors have removed more than 400 animals from the person over 10 years.

Wildlife

Family of man killed on West Vic highway asks that his death not be politicised

The family released a statement thanking the public for their condolences, and emphasised that Peter Mason was a person, not a headline.

Roads

Ben Cousins’ agent claims cancelling Ballarat show a “lost opportunity”

The former AFL player was due to appear at the George Hotel on Wednesday night.

Ballarat

West Vic councils say no need for smart glasses policy as they are already prepared

The relatively new tech has recently been banned at pools and parks in parts of Brisbane and Melbourne.

Local Government

Ballarat pub cancels Ben Cousins show at the last minute following backlash

The agent representing the disgraced AFL star was scrambling to find a new venue on Wednesday afternoon.

Ballarat

After years of planning, the Western Renewables Link has become a political football

Premier Ben Carroll has followed the opposition in calling for a review of the project’s cost.

Politics

Stranded 300km from home

Plus: Ben Cousins speaking tour sparks upset in Ballarat.

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MUST READ

Ballarat pub cancels Ben Cousins show at the last minute following backlash

Stolen HiLux leaves couple on first child-free getaway stranded in Warrnambool, a long way from home

How does western Victoria break the cycle of higher domestic violence rates during AFL finals?

Your ultimate West Vic October gig guide

THE LATEST

Hundreds of ex-officers back in uniform as Labor, Coalition pitch rival plans for police

How does western Victoria break the cycle of higher domestic violence rates during AFL finals?

Cousins show canned

Daylesford's housing market shifts from Airbnbs and investors to young professionals

Ararat’s repeat animal cruelty offender allegedly caught with another 20 pets

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Daylesford's housing market shifts from Airbnbs and investors to young professionals

Ararat’s repeat animal cruelty offender allegedly caught with another 20 pets

Family of man killed on West Vic highway asks that his death not be politicised

Ben Cousins’ agent claims cancelling Ballarat show a “lost opportunity”

West Vic councils say no need for smart glasses policy as they are already prepared

Ballarat pub cancels Ben Cousins show at the last minute following backlash

After years of planning, the Western Renewables Link has become a political football

Stranded 300km from home

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