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Stonier, Fallen Giants linked to Seppelt sale
PARTIES associated with Stonier Wines and Fallen Giants are understood to be involved in Treasury Wine Estates’ sale process for the Seppelt brand and Great Western winery. The
2 August, 2026
General News
Learning compassion, one can at a time
FIVE local schools and an early learning centre are doing their bit to help those experiencing homelessness....
1 August, 2026
Fire destroys Ararat home
A High Street resident has been left homeless after an early morning...
Carers group reconnects families across the district
CARERS are among the community’s quiet achievers, providing support...
Local News
McCracken says regions paying price for Big Build scandal
REGIONAL communities may have missed out on billions of dollars’ worth...
Council & Politics
Push to honour Chinese pioneer
THE naming of a lane running between Banfield Street and George Road is heating up with local historians proposing a...
29 July, 2026
Local News
'Goodbye': premier bows out of Labor leadership contest
Ben Carroll is set to become Victoria's 50th premier as Jacinta Allan...
Local News
Ben Carroll crowned Labor leader after caucus stoush
Ben Carroll will be sworn in as Victoria's 50th premier after Jacinta...
Lowan remains a desert for political candidates
THE safe National Party seat of Lowan isn’t attracting much interest...
Rural & Agriculture
One life lost on farms every six days
ONE person died on an Australian farm roughly every six days last year, according to new figures released as part of...
24 July, 2026
Local News
Help to build a stronger wine industry
THE Federal Government has introduced new legislation to boost...
Local News
Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill
A team of scientists has built Australia's first highly detailed...
Local News
Precautions urged as sixth bird flu case confirmed
AUSTRALIA’S sixth bird flu case has been confirmed as the nation's top...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Local singer embraces country roots with latest release
TRAWALLA local and independent singer-songwriter Stephanie Skidmore, better known by her stage name Steffii, is...
26 July, 2026
Beaufort rugged up for winter twilight market
There was a real sense of winter magic in the air as locals wrapped...
Clever towns set to battle it out in crossword challenge
SEVEN townships across three central Victorian shires will go...
ARTS presents awards for Grease
FOLLOWING the successful staging of Grease at the Ararat Town Hall in...
Our People
Margaret Hunter celebrates 90th birthday
AVOCA resident Margaret Hunter celebrated her 90th birthday recently surrounded by family, friends and plenty of...
29 July, 2026
Strength of Women leaves a lasting legacy
THE success of the book The Strength of Women, produced by Dean and...
Above and beyond - Skipton Fire Brigade celebrates its people
SKIPTON Fire Brigade recently held its annual Awards Presentation Night,...
As I Remember - Brad Hunt
BRAD Hunt has had an extraordinary life journey. From attending Stawell...
Sport
Richardson Medal wide open
This year's Richardson Medal and Jack Antonio Memorial Award vote count and presentation night for the ADJFA will be...
31 July, 2026
Blizzard embracing fresh start ahead of World Cup campaign
Australian bobsleigh Olympian Sarah Blizzard is leaving no stone...
Grange charity day a hole-in-one for Legacy
Grange Golf Club hosted a fantastic Legacy Golf Day last Sunday, with a...
Baggies battle hard, but Rams too classy
CKS Swifts A-Grade netballers are still searching for their first win of...