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Preston seizes his opportunity
Breaking into a reigning three-time premiership side is no easy feat, especially straight out of the under-17 ranks, but Sam Preston rose to the challenge, making his senior debut
8 April, 2026
General News
EmpowerEd: Free Online Support for Regional Teachers
Country Therapy is excited to announce EmpowerEd, a free online program supporting teachers across Western rural and...
8 April, 2026
New Warrak bridge now open
ARARAT Rural City Council has finished building a new bridge on...
Great Western News, Stawell News, Ararat News
Voices for refugees rise on Palm Sunday rally
THE plight of refugees was high on the agenda during a recent Palm...
From old walls to new vibes: Town Hall Hotel reimagined
ONE of Stawell’s most recognisable buildings has taken on a new life....
Council & Politics
Council moves to fix failing solar lights
PYRENEES Shire Council will upgrade solar lighting at a number of town entrance signs after much of the current...
25 March, 2026
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Council to finalise election “wishlist”
WITH a state election just eight months away, Ararat Rural City Council...
Liberals rush to finalise Ripon candidate
THE Liberal Party is hoping to have a candidate on the ground soon for...
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Council to lobby for key projects
PYRENEES Shire Council says it intends lobbying all candidates in the...
Rural & Agriculture
The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest
By Duncan Murray/AAP. EXPOSURE to pesticides and other environmental factors could be behind far higher rates of...
5 April, 2026
AFL’s Rodey Eade has a yarn at Nutrien Ag Solutions
NUTRIEN Ag Solutions welcomed clients and their families last week for a...
Local News
Agricultural production on track to exceed 2030 industry target
AUSTRALIA’S farm gate production value is forecast to exceed $100...
More water for local farmers
CONTSRUCTION has commenced on the Mininera Rural Pipeline Project,...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Humour and print making at Avoca’s Gallery 127
COLIN Clark will open his first solo exhibition this weekend, bringing a mix of humour, experimentation and...
7 April, 2026
Successful Wine and Savouries night boosts hospital funds
STAWELL Hospital Auxiliary’s biggest fundraiser of the year didn’t...
Beaufort car and truck show roars success
BEAUFORT’S Car and Truck Show brought in a strong attendance last...
Moyston Market on today
ONE of the most popular markets of the year kicks off this morning at...
Our People
Celebrating many cultures
HUNDREDS of local residents came together recently at the Stawell Town Hall for a celebration of our multicultural...
31 March, 2026
Four decades behind the scenes
BOB Hawke was the Prime Minister of Australia the day Sharon McHoul...
As I remember - Keith Little
By Nicole Potter IF a life could be measured by the places it has...
Giving hope one suitcase at a time
BEAUFORT CWA is calling on the community to support its ongoing work...
Sport
Dutch hurdlers enjoy Stawell Gift experience
Dutch hurdlers Liam van der Schaaf and Job Geerds enjoyed their time in Stawell, with both athletes experiencing...
7 April, 2026
Dempsey dedicates win to the Skurrie's
Leroy Dempsey made the 18-hour drive from Toowoomba to compete at the...
Richardson and Komolafe claim Stawell Gift titles
American World Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Sha’Carri Richardson...
Warriors focus on growth after loss
The Stawell Warriors’ A-Grade netball side has taken valuable lessons...