
Darcie Humphreys is a Ballarat local, with four generations of her family spread across Torquay, Daylesford, Port Fairy and the ‘Rat. After graduating from Curtin University, she worked in communications, business and as a freelance writer. Growing up in Western Australia, Darcie drove across the Nullarbor to settle in Victoria in 2024, igniting a taste for adventure that has had her chasing stories ever since. Darcie has organised festivals celebrating regional growers and producers, and travelled to rural spots to spotlight their farms and businesses. In her off time, she enjoys reading, scuba diving (when it’s not the depths of the West Vic winter) and road tripping.

For 10 hours on Thursday, police will be able to comb through electronic devices and bags, and conduct strip searches.
Ballarat
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Hepburn Shire council has worked to rectify the housing supply issues in the region since 2021.
Housing
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The former AFL player was due to appear at the George Hotel on Wednesday night.
Ballarat
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The agent representing the disgraced AFL star was scrambling to find a new venue on Wednesday afternoon.
Ballarat
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The one-time star has been jailed for stalking and multiple breaches of a Family Violence Restraining Order.
Ballarat
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“It's not about politics, it’s about making sure rural communities are looked after”.
Roads
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One offender told police he was just “keen to get home”, while driving almost double the speed limit.
Ballarat
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Alana Catherine Smith has spent a decade crafting unique rings, necklaces and earrings inspired by architecture and contrast.
Profiles
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Director of Infrastructure and Environment Bridget Wetherall told the Brolga “even a single pothole or defect can be frustrating for local residents”.
Roads
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The Brolga has visited nunneries, underground tunnels and pubs on the lookout for local ghosts.
History
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