Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region.
Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps.

Bendigo Advertiser

The Courier

The Standard

The Advocate - Hepburn

The Ararat Advertiser

The Wimmera Mail-Times

The Stawell Times-News

National Sport

Multimedia

ON TRACK: Corryong-born and Riverina-raised country music legend Lee Kernaghan is the focus on a new film Boy From The Bush, a documentary meets road movie, which is out in cinemas nationwide on Thursday.

Lee Kernaghan's new documentary road movie delves into the hitmaker's storied career

Boy From The Bush lights up the silver screen

LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

Penny Wong has called for calm in the Taiwan Strait. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Concerns are rising in Taiwan over Chinese military tests near the island.

Wong hasn't spoken to Taiwan, calls for calm

Latvia's Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkevics has met with Penny Wong to share China concerns. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

China ripples felt as far as Europe

DANGER An "incredibly dangerous" collapse at Leichhardt Oval on Saturday is now under investigation by authorities. Picture: Twitter/@FitzySA

Councillor "absolutely furious" and calls for action.

Oval collapse under investigation

The Murrumbidgee River has risen almost one metre in the past day.

Flood warnings issued for major river

John Barilaro will front an inquiry examining his controversial appointment to a US trade role. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

The ongoing saga has already claimed the scalp of former deputy Liberal leader Stuart Ayres.

Premier positive on US role: John Barilaro

SURF'S UP: The action-packed World Dog Surfing Championships was held in California, United States. Photo by Jack Owicki. Picture: Jack Owicki/@worlddogsurfing

Sniffing out the best canine surfers in the world.

See the world's best surfing dogs in action

A southern right whale and her rare white calf in Tathra on August 4. Screen grab of footage taken by Tathra resident Terry Dixon.

From white whales to huge sunfish - it's amazing the visitors to Tathra Terry Dixon meets from his back verandah.

Rare white whale calf captured in stunning drone footage

Environment and Water Minister Tanya Plibersek in Parliament. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Now Tanya Plibersek has a chance to give our rivers what they need to survive

Damning report a chance to change course on water wrongs

Defence Minister Richard Marles speaks defence force chiefs in Canberra earlier this year. Picture: Supplied

This newly commissioned review will explain how the world has altered dramatically and that our strategic guidance - how we're defending the country - is now hopelessly outdated.

How we're defending this country is now hopelessly outdated

Southern Highlands dairy farmer Bill Smillie. Photo: Matt Loxton

FMD affects hoofed animals such as cows, pigs and sheep, giving them lesions on their mouths and feet that can prevent them from eating and can lead to lameness and death.

'Bonfires of burning animals': dairy farmer warns of FMD outbreak

Charlotte Rampling plays Ruth, an acerbic and witty woman mourning her best years. Picture: Transmission Films

This is an impressive feature debut from writer-director Matthew J. Saville.

Cheeky humour lifts tale of loss

After a timid election campaign, Anthony Albanese is governing with gusto. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

It's almost unbelievable after recent years, but we might have a government actually trying to govern.

Albanese's government has revived a novel concept. Governing

Isaac has a popular following on Instagram and TikTok. Images: Instagram

"The best part about it is meeting people from different walks of life, and seeing the similarity."

TikTok star from regional Australia connects with a global audience

Laure Calamy delivers a stunning lead performance as a harried single mother. Picture: Palace Films

The main character was inspired by the filmmaker's father.

Strap yourself in for a tense ride

A scene from Employee of the Month. Picture: Maslow Entertainment

If only the public service could be this much fun.

French farce is delightfully silly

Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

The independent review into the RBA could become a political football.

Review risks RBA becoming punching bag in cost-of-living crisis

Benito Antonio Martnez Ocasio encounters Brad Pitt in Bullet Train. Picture: Scott Garfield


This well-made thriller gives bang for your buck.

Like action? Then jump aboard

A meningococcal alert has been issue for NSW, following the the death of a 40-year-old Sydney man.

Meningococcal alert following death of 40-year-old man

Privacy

Conditions of Use

Terms and Conditions - Digital Subscription

Terms and Conditions -  Newspaper Subscription

Contact

About Us

Today's Paper

Classifieds

Jobs

Send a Letter to the Editor

Local News

Court and Crime

Politics

Council

Property

National

World

Young and Regional

National Sport News

A-League

Local Sport

Horsham District League

Wimmera League

Commonwealth Games

Things to do

Movies

TV Guide

Quizzes

Horoscopes

Competitions

Sudoku

Your News

Newsletters

History

Send Us Your News

Sponsorships

Your Say

Our Say

Opinion

Tributes

Celebrations

Cars

Place a Job Ad

Place a Classifieds Ad

Ag and Rural

Garage Sales

Features

Special Publications

Partner Content

Life

Recipes

Celebrity

Shopping

Books

Games

TV & Movies

Photos and Video

Voice of Real Australia Podcast

Home Page

News

Sport

What's On

Community

Comment

Life & Style

Heartbeat of Australia

Podcasts

Your subscription also includes access to The Courier.

Get the latest Breaking News alerts and Daily Headlines straight to your inbox.

LIFESAVER: Kerry Felstead outside the blood donor centre in Dubbo with staff member Stacie Wilkinson. Picture: Belinda Soole

Life-long Gilgandra local Kerry Felstead has donated blood 277 times and counting.

How Kerry has saved more than 800 lives

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs 2400 Perth residents to donate their poo. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Red Cross in the poo as donors wiped out

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a baby in a Sydney home. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Baby found dead at western Sydney home

COVID-19 is expected to have claimed more lives than cardiovascular disease and lung cancer in 2022. (Luis Ascui/AAP PHOTOS)

COVID-19 nation's third biggest killer

Robert Redlich says IBAC highlighted failures within Victoria Police's complaints-handling system. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Vic Police take on IBAC recommendations

Get our Editor's Weekly Wrap featuring the best local news and stories, as well as our Breaking News Alerts.

AWARD: Buloke and Northern Grampians Landcare Network set out to normalise the conversation on climate change resilience in the St Arnaud community. 

Buloke and Northern Grampians Landcare Network were nominated.

Grampians groups nominated for premier's Landcare awards

QUALITY: Some of the the state's leading Merino and Poll Merino stud genetics will be on display as part of the Victorian State Merino Field Day at Marnoo, on Monday, August 15. 

more than 300 Merino and Poll Merino rams from 33 studs will be on show.

Merino showcase for Marnoo

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission released its June 2022 data.

Northern Grampians spent $3 million at the pokies in the past year, data reveals

NEW ROLE: Kate Pryde is responsible for the day-to-day operations of hospital services in Ballarat, and also strategic oversight of medicine, specialty medicine and emergency services for Grampians Health as a whole.

Grampians Health's Regional Director Hospitals - East is committed to healthcare

FULFILLING: Stawell-based police officer Simon Grant has been elected the new Apex Australia National president. Picture: Luke Hemer

The idea of becoming a member of a club like Apex appealed to Mr Grant.

'Sense of fulfillment': New community service role for Simon

Priviledge: Northern Grampians Shire mayor Tony Driscoll said he was honoured to lead the community and council. Picture: FILE

Vale: community mourns a passionate advocate

HISTORY: Stawell taking on Ararat in 2022. Picture: CASS LANGLEY

"Off-field it was certainly more friendlier than it was on the field."

The Wimmera's original rivalry: Ararat v Stawell

CFA: Stawell brigade member Zach Portelli, who also works at the airbase full-time, originally planned to a hold simple walkthrough with fellow brigade members. Picture: CONTRIBUTED 

Victoria Police, DELWP, VICSES and Ambulance Victoria participated in the event.

CFA volunteers participates in simulated plane crash exercise

EVENT: Northern Grampians Shire councillor Lauren Dempsey will attend the meeting.

Northern Grampians Shire councillor Lauren Dempsey will attend the meeting.

Café catch-up to focus on gender-based issues within local government

PREPARE: A watch and act warning has been issued for the Grampians National Park. Picture: VICEMERGENCY

Damaging winds are expected across the west of the state.

Watch and act warning for Grampians National Park

RUNNING: Drew Christian was the fastest male during the day. 

On Saturday 30th July SAAC gathered near the Stawell Rail Trail for the Baker family Handicap.

Drew finds another gear

Footage of incident at Stawell hotel showing at least three fights

"The lookout is renowned on Instagram..."

More signs needed after woman falls to death in Grampians: Coroner

ANOTHER TERM: Cr Tony Driscoll was appointed as the mayor of the Northern Grampians Shire Council for the 2021-22 term.

Cr Driscoll served on council for 10 years.

Northern Grampians councillor and mayor Tony Driscoll dies

HAPPY: Bodhi Whethers enjoying life. Picture: BELINDA WHETHERS

"I have really appreciated all the kind words and help the community has provided us."

Pomonal's Bodhi Whethers doing "really well" after bone marrow surgery

RETURN: The Grampians Cricket Association is holding their AGM on August 1, ahead of the upcoming season.

"Without juniors, clubs have no chance of surviving long term."

Grampians Cricket Association strives for increased junior numbers

WINNER: Veteran pacer Asharah is a standout wherever she races and the Ainsworth family's favourite will line up again on Sunday afternoon at Stawell in the 4th event, drawn gate eight. The 7yo mare saluted at Bendigo recently, taking her record to 7 wins and 26 minor placings from 121 starts. Picture: TONY LOGAN

Punters can enjoy a Xmas In July-themed luncheon as the action takes place.

Harness racing returns to Laidlaw Park

CATCH-UP: Grampians Health chief executive Dale Fraser shows Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews through Ballarat Base Hospital redevelopment works on Friday. Picture: Adam Trafford

Check back in on each other more, health boss says in facing new COVID-19 wave

Council launches facilitated playgroup at Stawell

OPTIONS: Senior footballer Josh Fowkes looks downfield for a team mate. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Wet weather didn't dampen spirits at Navarre last Saturday

Grasshoppers footballers buoyed by club reunion

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag saw his side beaten 2-1 by Brighton at Old Trafford. (AP PHOTO)