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Liberals in six-way fight for Ripon
WITH a state election just 12 months away, the fight to claim the seat of Ripon is shaping as a three-way contest between Labor, the Liberals and Nationals. The Liberal Party is
21 November, 2025
General News
Christmas shopping spree gives business a boost
ARARAT’S business community is teaming up to help increase local spending in the lead up to Christmas. Greater Ararat...
21 November, 2025
Another great option for a haircut
A new business has popped up in Stawell with a beautifully simplistic...
Local News
Community road safety event approved for Moyston
MOYSTON Primary School is receiving help to deliver an important road...
Schools respond to national anti-bullying review
BULLYING continues to have devastating effects on young Australians,...
Council & Politics
Major upgrade for Webb Street
ARARAT Rural City Council will begin construction of a new road in Webb Street, Ararat, from Monday 24 November, with...
16 November, 2025
New Mayor and Deputy
Cr Bob Sanders will return as Ararat's Mayor after receiving the...
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Ferrari elected new Pyrenees Mayor
PYRENEES Shire Council has a new Mayor in place for the next 12 months...
Bob set to reclaim top job
ARARAT Rural City Councillor Bob Sanders is set to return as Ararat...
Rural & Agriculture
Lyons amazing world record
MARNOO is the place where an impressive world record was met by a female shearer. On Wednesday, October 15, in a...
5 November, 2025
Local wool ambassador hits the global stage
STOCKYARD Hill farmer Katherine Bain is proving that the future of...
Success at Southern Victorian Merino Field Days
THE Southern Victorian Merino Group’s on property ram sales were...
Vegie Patch readying for spring time
AS the days lengthen and the chill in the air lessens, gardeners are...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Madness and mayhem at the Spyglass Club
ARARAT Regional Theatre Society’s end of year production of ‘Spy Club’ is set to provide audiences with plenty of...
20 November, 2025
Last Ararat Live for 25
ARARAT Live has been forced to change to the original advertised act for...
Gearing up for McHappy car show
AN exciting display featuring impressive automobiles owned by local car...
Come to the show this Sunday
THE Beaufort Show offers something for everyone this Sunday. There are...
Our People
Insights into a serial killer
enthralled in the drama has been pieced together in a remarkable book that compiles news stories from time. Julie...
19 November, 2025
Local News
Ararat officer honoured with award for the fight against family violence
An Ararat-based Victoria Police officer has been recognised for her...
Finding inspiration in unlikely places
A talented author who spent his formative years growing up in Stawell...
Six decades side-by-side
A sense of humour and a sense of purpose are two ingredients that have...
Sport
Price secures place in Strikers emerging squad
Ararat's Bridie Price will relish the next twelve months, not only developing her netball, but forging a pathway for...
21 November, 2025
Stawell’s Mahli Willis shines on UK Futsal Tour
Stawell’s Mahli Willis helped the Australian Futsal Team to victory in...
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Ararat VRI claims strong victory
Ararat VRI are a game clear in second place, following a strong 88-60...
Redbacks extend winning streak to five
The Ararat Redbacks won their fifth consecutive match in the Country...