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Lydia Hasler-Betts won her second consecutive best and fairest for Beaufort.

Hasler-Betts claims Beaufort's best and fairest

Lydia Hasler-Betts has been crowned Beaufort’s A-Grade netball best and fairest for the second consecutive season.

29 September, 2026

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General News

Highway reopens

POLICE have just reopened the Western Highway at Ledcourt after a fatal collision last night.

28 September, 2026

Stawell News

Third person dies

A third person has died in hospital following a three-vehicle collision...

Ararat News

Ararat rallies behind Nepal flood fundraiser

A FUNDRAISING dinner organised to support families affected by...

Ararat News

Ararat’s link to sparrows brought to life

AN interesting part of Ararat’s history has been brought to life with...

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Council & Politics

$1.5 million owed

PYRENEES Shire Council has seen a five-fold increase in unpaid rates and charges since 2022. A report to council...

28 September, 2026

Stawell News

Setting the stage for the future

THE Stawell Entertainment Centre has been serving the community for more...

Ararat News, Buangor News

Work underway

AFTER a delay of eight years, work has commenced on the next stage of...

Glenorchy News, Joel Joel News, Landsborough News, Marnoo News, Moonambel News, Natte Yalock News, Navarre News, Redbank News

Councils unite to fight for region’s water rights

THREE local councils have teamed up to call for a commitment for the...

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Rural & Agriculture

Good times return to sheep country

THERE is a renewed sense of optimism among sheep producers. The paddocks are green, dams are full, wool prices are...

28 September, 2026

Avoca News

Bird Flu detected in Pyrenees Shire

THE Pyrenees Shire has reported its first confirmed case of the H5 virus...

Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News

Bird flu edges closer to the Grampians

POULTRY farms and people with backyard chickens are being urged to...

Marnoo News

Ewe beauty, a ripper day at Marnoo

TORRENTIAL rain failed to dampen spirits at Marnoo last Wednesday as...

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Lifestyle & Entertainment

Footy rocks hidden around Ararat

HAVE you seen any rocks ‘rocking’ footy colours around town? 70 Lowe Street residents have been busy painting rocks...

22 September, 2026

Lexton News

Costa to headline Lexton expo

ONE of Australia’s most beloved and recognisable TV personalities has...

Beaufort News

Beaufort set for a weekend of big band music

BEAUFORT will come alive with the sound of brass, percussion and music...

Stawell News

Ready, set, bloom

ORCHIDS will fill the Stawell Entertainment Centre this weekend as...

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Our People

Ready to rumble

FINDING a Brisbane supporter in Ararat might be hard, but finding a Freemantle supporter is even harder. But the...

26 September, 2026

Stawell News

Old mates weave plans for reunion

A SIMPLE idea to bring a few former workmates together for a photograph...

Avoca News

Avoca firefighters rise to stair climb challenge

AVOCA firefighters Jesse Leenaerts and Patrick McKinnis recently took on...

Ararat News

Celebrate diversity and connection

ARARAT residents are invited to come together for a special Welcoming...

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Sport

Wynd takes Bulldogs top honour

Avoca senior footballer Byron Wynd has claimed the Bulldogs best and fairest following a consistent season.

23 September, 2026

Avoca News

Patten claims Bulldogs best and fairest

Avoca A-Grade netballer, Ella Patten, has claimed the Bulldogs...

Natte Yalock News

Tranter takes top honour

Natte Bealiba A-Grade netballer Ella Tranter has claimed the Swans...

Stawell News, Ararat News

Quixley claims Giants best and fairest

Players and supporters gathered on Friday, September 11, at a dinner...

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Business

Last day of business for Steve Hughan

AFTER a lifetime serving the gardeners of Ararat, local businessman Stephen Hughan closed the doors to his Ararat...

27 September, 2026

Great Western News

Cheers! It’s a deal for Seppelt

ONE of Great Western’s most important institutions is changing hands,...

Elmhurst News

Opening success for Elmhurst Hotel

ELMHURST Hotel has wasted no time welcoming locals back through its...

Great Western News

Grampians Vinegar wins gold

GRAMPIANS Vinegar has brought home an impressive haul from two of...

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