Archive | The West Vic Brolga

Ticket sales soar for 2026 Grampians Grape Escape as region emerges from era of repair

The Brolga spoke to Co-Festival Director Kate Kirkpatrick about what the event means for the community.

Events

What happens when a bushfire warning means nothing to you - and the West Vic program changing that

Face-to-face education and translated resources are building trust in Bendigo’s multicultural communities where traditional messaging falls short.

Climate

Power play at Yangery: Warrnambool battery project could power 40,000 homes

The 120-megawatt development has received the green light from the planning department, with promises to provide grid stability and renewable growth.

Warrnambool

From wedding guests to owners: The Daylesford restaurant built on a love of place

Seasonal eating and living with Sault owner Jodi Flockhart.

Profiles

Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club can pass go, but can’t collect $16m

The multimillion dollar project is still chasing government funding to turn a concept into reality.

Warrnambool

The Ballarat development that will house 40,000 people just got $8 million more expensive

An unstable economy and complex infrastructure has driven up prices as the City of Ballarat plans ahead.

Ballarat

“This is ridiculous”: Calls for urgent overhaul of emergency systems after January fires

Corangamite council's submission to the state’s parliamentary inquiry warns ageing trucks, communication blackouts and emergency management gaps left fire crews exposed.

CFA

Coast to country: 10 easy day trips in West Vic

From wineries to wellness, here’s where to go and how far you’ll need to drive.

Lifestyle

When is the new youth mental health centre opening in Ballarat?

Two years since the announcement, the regional city remains in the waiting room.