Mayor casts deciding vote for Ballarat budget after tense council deadlock
The mayor cast the deciding vote to settle a tense council deadlock over the Ballarat budget. The council chamber was split on the figure to raise rates.
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Mayor breaks budget deadlock, Ring Road hub confirmed
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'It's time to close': Ring Road closure finalised for $55m freight hub
The Ring Road closure has been finalised for a $55 million freight hub project. Commuters have been affected by the closure.
Resurfacing works close section of Dyson Drive to drivers for several weeks
Resurfacing works will close a section of Dyson Drive to drivers for several weeks. Local traffic will still be able to access their properties.
Shara's brave shave as Ballarat High raises thousands for cancer research
Ballarat High School is holding a shave event to raise $10,000 for cancer research. Pictures from the school's fundraising bid are available.
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