Archive | The West Vic Brolga

City of Ballarat announces $6 million road repair blitz starting in October

Director of Infrastructure and Environment Bridget Wetherall told the Brolga “even a single pothole or defect can be frustrating for local residents”.

Roads

The most haunted spots to explore in West Vic

The Brolga has visited nunneries, underground tunnels and pubs on the lookout for local ghosts.

History

Warrnambool train pain attracts pollies with promises

Major parties say they’ll deliver more seats, but in different ways.

Transport

Western Victoria produces a fifth of Australia’s milk. Farmers say the processors who own it need to start putting them first

Karrinjeet Singh-Mahil and Brian Schuler have farmed since 1997. They've watched processors claw back payments, buy each other out, and reshape the industry.

Agriculture

Dinner and a show: The best upcoming theatre productions in West Vic

From drag comedies to on-stage fairytales, these are the shows coming to the region.

Lifestyle

Newer technology, same old problem for West Vic residents dealing with mobile blackspots

Locals and farmers say poor reception and internet connection remains a major regional issue after the 2024 3G network shutdown.

News

Newsletter: Prison inmates fixing potholes?

Plus: Exploring West Vic's GP shortage

The GP shortage putting Western Victoria’s health at risk

A state MP and practising GP says the region needs a new model of primary care as doctors face mounting pressure and patients struggle to access care.

Health

Ararat Asylum set for partial reopening

“Everyone seems to be calming down a bit and is pleased there is progress”.

Ararat