They do things a little differently at Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra. Always have done. Founded in 1987 by musician and educator Elizabeth Morgan, Camerata began as an idealistic ensemble of emerging artists working in a non-hierarchical framework. One of the most obvious point of difference between it and other ensembles was that operated without … [Read more…]
Adelaide’s decision to manage star forward Taylor Walker for Saturday’s clash against the Western Bulldogs at Mars Stadium has come under question. With the Bulldogs currently sitting 6th and the Crows 8th, the result of Saturday’s clash in Ballarat could have a big say in whether the sides can compete for a top four spot. … [Read more…]
Local artist Debbie Bennett in her studio. A lifelong dream has been realised for local ceramic artist Debbie Bennett thanks to a Regional Arts Development Fund grant she received earlier this year. The grant enabled Debbie to attend a hands-on porcelain workshop with ceramicist Shannon Garson at the University of Southern Queensland’s MacGregor School in … [Read more…]
A LOCAL rower has tasted success at recent competitions claiming gold and bronze medals. Para-athlete Kim Hampton took first place at the Ballarat Masters Regatta on Lake Wendouree in late April, and came third along with a new personal best at Rowing Victoria Masters State Championships at Lake Nagambie on 6 May. Hampton said these … [Read more…]
ALEX Kelly and Alex McMahon both grew up in Ballarat and worked for the same fast-food company, years later and now living in different states, they are both championing LGBTQ+ rights. They will both be attending Commerce Ballarat’s Business Day Out this May to talk about their experiences. This year’s theme is ‘get comfortable being … [Read more…]
Tara Murray The Sunbury Lions’ Ballarat Football League season so far gets a pass mark from coach Travis Hodgson. The Lions sit 3-2 having have their first bye of the season this weekend. Hodgson said they would have taken those results at the start of the season. He said they were traveling along okay. “We … [Read more…]
A Queensland man, who gained notoriety earlier this year for cooking and eating a cane toad, has been arrested for allegedly intimidating a woman he was accused of stalking in a disturbing incident involving a horror movie mask. Ian Bartholomew was on bail for allegedly stalking his neighbour, and had been permitted by a court … [Read more…]
THE CFA is calling on people to volunteer their time, learn new skills, and protect their community. Currently 52,000 Victorians give their time with the CFA that offers flexible volunteering arrangements in a range of roles. Aside from firefighters there are also positions that include leadership, community outreach, education, administration, and fundraising. “Volunteers are the … [Read more…]
A PAIR of Coalition senators descended on the future site of Ballarat Intermodal Freight Hub on Tuesday to slam the Federal Government’s move to review a number of proposed infrastructure projects. National Party senator Bridget McKenzie and the Liberals’ Sarah Henderson attacked Member for Ballarat and Minister for Infrastructure, Catherine King, over a pause and … [Read more…]
ONE hundred new jobs within Miners Rest’s horse racing sector have been funded by the State Government. Ballarat Turf Club has partnered with Racing Victoria to hire and train the workers, who don’t need prior equine experience to gain employment at any of the 80 local stables. BTC CEO Belinda Glass said having the capacity … [Read more…]