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Central Goldfields Shire Council narrowly votes against community housing plan
Central Goldfields Shire Council have narrowly refused a community housing development proposed for the edge of town in a vote that divided councillors.
27 February, 2026
General News
Exhibition showcases diversity in art
Starting today, a new art exhibition presented by Avoca’s Gallery 127 will champion art’s power to bring joy and...
27 February, 2026
Local News
New apprentices join Powercor
A former emergency room nurse and a snake catcher are among 51...
Local News
Couple marks 60th anniversary
Local couple Peter and Barbara Maffescioni recently marked their 60th...
Local News
World Day of Prayer returns
Locals of all christian beliefs are invited to join the nearly century...
Council & Business
Council call for more trains
Central Goldfields Shire Council are advocating for more trains between Maryborough and Ballarat, five per day...
27 February, 2026
Local News
New agreement sees higher pay for local council staff after two year legal battle
Following almost two years of legal objections and hearings, a...
Local News
Council seeks advisory group
Central Goldfields Shire Council is inviting expressions of interest...
Local News
Firefighters, residents critical of slashing
Local firefighters and community members have criticised Central...
Sport
Hedges Oval set for major netball upgrade
After nearly three and a half years of anticipation, the Maryborough Giants’ netball court will finally receive a...
27 February, 2026
Dunolly Blue proceed to midweek Grand Final
Highland Gold were on the doorstep of slaying their Dunolly Blue dragon,...
Carisbrook and Owls ready for nail-biter
A matter of inches looks destined to dictate the finals fates of...
Beaufort need 327 runs for massive finals boost
Completing the road to finals can be an arduous affair, but if Beaufort...