Delacombe Village opens September 16 with Aldi, Coles and childcare

Delacombe Village, the third stage of Ballarat's Delacombe Town Centre, opens Wednesday, September 16. It will have Aldi and Coles as anchors, 13 smaller shops, and a 98-place childcare centre.

Why it mattersNew shopping centres create jobs for residents. This matters as Ballarat's population is forecast to grow to more than 150,000 over the next decade.

AustraliaBallarat's south and west residents gain convenient local shopping, childcare, and employment, supporting the city's expansion into the Ballarat West growth zone.

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WA abattoir opening delayed after visa changes freeze skilled worker approvals

A Broome abattoir will reopen in February, not sooner. Visa rule changes froze approvals. The facility needs about 30 skilled workers from the Philippines.

Why it mattersIndustries that need overseas workers now face severe staffing shortages. This is because visa policy is tightening. The changes are slowing projects. They are disrupting supply chains across agriculture.

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Funday lollipops land in nearly 1,300 Target stores from September 13

Funday Natural Sweets is a Melbourne lolly brand. On September 13, it launches five varieties. They will be across nearly 1,300 Target stores in the US.