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Trial date set for Patrick Stephenson, accused of killing Samantha Murphy

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Trial date set for Patrick Stephenson, accused of killing Samantha Murphy

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A trial date and location have been confirmed for the man charged with the alleged murder of Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy.See the Story

Nourishment Nooks Help Students Put Food on the Table as Living Costs Soar

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Nourishment Nooks Help Students Put Food on the Table as Living Costs Soar

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Discover how Fed Uni's Nourishment Nook aids students with free groceries and professional clothing to ease living costs.Read Article

Truck fire spreads to grassland in morning incident north-east of Ballarat

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Truck fire spreads to grassland in morning incident north-east of Ballarat

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A truck has been destroyed by fire in an early morning incident in Pootilla, north-east of Ballarat. The fire spread to nearby grassland.Read Article

In Conversation with Warren Ellis: Infectious Energy & Standing Ovations

Ballarat-born, Paris-based Warren Ellis makes his return to Sydney after Dirty Three’s Australian tour last June. This time, it’s as part of Vivid Sydney and the Sydney Film Festival, as ... The post In Conversation with Warren Ellis: Infectious Energy & Standing Ovations appeared first on City Hub.Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

Denis Faulkner (SPC 1949-57, PY1959) | News | St Patrick's College

Denis Francis Faulkner (SPC 1949-57, PY1959) sadly passed away on 1 June 2025 and a memorial service will be held at the Ballarat Golf Club on 17 June 2025 at 2pm. We extend our condolences to his daughter Sarah, partner June and extended family. Tributes spoke fondly of Denis as “a true gentleman, fine sportsman and warm friend”. He was also remembered for his involvement as a dedicated volunteer at the Ballarat Golf Club, his many nights runni…Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

Rainbow Mob representation in ACCOs: Craig Holloway on pride and purpose

Determined to have a career that makes a difference, proud Yorta Yorta man Craig Holloway has spent more than 30 years creating safer, more inclusive spaces for Rainbow Mob and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. His story is one of passion, advocacy, and deep, unwavering pride – in his identity, his work and his Community. Making a difference Growing up as the youngest of…Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

Dr Boreham's Crucible: Even as it chills, can cryopreserver Vitrafy heat up?

For Vitrafy Life Sciences (ASX:VFY) chief Kate Munnings, two isolated local controversies are testament to how the recently listed cryopreservation outfit’s technology can be put to good use. “With every problem there’s an opportunity,” she says. The first incident was Monash IVF’s mishandling of biological samples that led to a mother being implanted with the wrong embryo. The second is the ongoing disquiet about the environmental impact of int…Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

New brand campaign celebrates Character, Compassion and Community | News | St Patrick's College

St Patrick’s College is proud to launch a powerful new brand campaign that speaks directly to the heart of our mission—to educate hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world. Developed in close partnership with Ballarat’s own Pepper Advertising, the campaign highlights the College’s core values of Character, Compassion and Community and explores what it truly means to be a Paddy boy in today’s world. At the ce…Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

'Horror run': Western district producer disperses 200 head at Ballarat

Sherwood Grange disperses 200 head, grappling with drought and high feed costs despite strong sales prices.Drought · Ballarat Read Article

Classmates reunite in London | News | St Patrick's College

The distance between Ballarat and London didn’t stop a few Old Collegians celebrating their long-anticipated 10-Year Class Reunion recently. While a large group of members of the Class of 2015 attended their 10-Year Reunion at the College’s OCA Pavilion, in Ballarat, on Saturday 29 March 2025, it was too far to travel for a few fellow classmates. However, not to be defeated, these Old Boys organised an impromptu get-together at a pub in London a…Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

Special scarf gift for Year 7 students | News | St Patrick's College

The College’s touchstones of Faith, Joy and Tradition were on full display at our Edmund Rice Assembly in early Term 2. For the first time, SPC scarves were presented to over 200 Year 7 students by the Old Collegians’ Association. The initiative aims to highlight the special bond between students and the College’s Old Collegian network. In presenting the scarves to Year 7s on the day, Old Collegians’ Association president Dr Charles Flynn enjoye…Ballarat · Ballarat Read Article

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