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Hobson’s after-the-siren goal delivers Tigers a famous win
Justin Hobson nailed a goal after the siren to deliver Lexton a famous four-point win over Navarre in their Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League semi-final
30 August, 2026
General News
Line upgrade
THE freight line running through Ararat and Stawell will close for three days from tomorrow as the Australian Rail...
29 August, 2026
Full house for Fightback
MARNOO’S population will swell later today as about 1000 people descend...
Lexton motor sport plan revealed
THE tranquil surrounds of Lexton could soon be filled with the sounds of...
Dobie memorial vandalised
MAYOR Bob Sanders has slammed those responsible for spreading graffiti...
Council & Politics
Council appoints new CEO
ARARAT Rural City Council has announced the appointment of Phuong Au as its new Chief Executive Officer for a...
25 August, 2026
Treasurer tackles regional issues
NEW Victorian Treasurer Colin Brooks spent Tuesday in Ararat meeting...
Groundswell for change says Liberal candidate
FOR Megan Read, her decision to enter politics is closely connected to...
Joyce to join farmers rally
FORMER Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce is set to join a farmers...
Rural & Agriculture
Bird flu edges closer to the Grampians
POULTRY farms and people with backyard chickens are being urged to monitor their birds as the deadly bird flu virus...
25 August, 2026
Ewe beauty, a ripper day at Marnoo
TORRENTIAL rain failed to dampen spirits at Marnoo last Wednesday as...
289 ewes stolen from Lexton
BEAUFORT Police are investigating the theft of 289 pregnant ewes from a...
Local News
Perfect mix: stage set for 'maximum' bird flu damage
THE concentration of a bird flu outbreak near the mouth of the Murray...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80
Queen of country and the singer songwriter behind Jolene, 9 to 5 and I Will Always Love You, Dolly Parton has died at...
26 August, 2026
New creative outlet for Pyrenees locals
CREATIVE locals will have a new opportunity to share their work,...
Native Flower Show returns in October
THE districts biggest gardening event of the year, The Pomonal Native...
Brisket, blues and big ambitions
THE recipe sounds almost impossible to resist: slow-cooked barbecue,...
Our People
Steve closes the garden gate
For 96 years, the Hughan family have been providing plants, seeds and gardening advice to Ararat gardeners, but the...
29 August, 2026
Maroona Hotel backs men’s health
MAROONA Hotel has joined with hundreds of other pubs across the state to...
More than a meal: Celebrating Meals on Wheels
VOLUNTEERS in the East Grampians Health Service Meals on Wheels Program...
In memory of Lyn
ARARAT RSL has taken steps to enshrine the memory of a former board...
Sport
Bretherton and Cameron crowned Grange champions
Grange Golf Club has crowned its 2026 Men’s and Ladies Club Champions following the third round of the club...
27 August, 2026
Rats ready for Warriors showdown
Ararat and Stawell Warriors A-Grade netballers will renew their rivalry...
Warriors ready for Rats showdown
Stawell Warriors and Ararat A-Grade netballers will renew their rivalry...
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Mininera District Football League - Week 1 Finals Wrap
Woorndoo Mortlake has booked a semi-final showdown with Lismore...