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Rats fall short against Thunder
Ararat has gone down by six points to Southern Mallee Thunder at Beulah Memorial Park in round six of the Wimmera Football Netball League.
27 May, 2026
General News
Hospital upgrade underway
WORK has commenced on a $2.3 million refurbishment of Beaufort Hospital funded by the State and Federal Governments.
26 May, 2026
Demand rising for food relief
WITH the cost of living pressures impacting on more and more families,...
Local News
Wet wipes block pipes
GWMWATER is urging customers to keep wipes out of toilets saying they...
Community ideas shaping a fresh look for Ararat’s eastern entrance
ARARAT Rural City Council say it has received a strong response to its...
Council & Politics
Kick Start grant sweetens the deal
ARARAT Rural City Council has congratulated Ange Leithhead and the team at The Lolly Shop In Ararat after they were...
20 May, 2026
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Council CEO resigns
Pyrenees Shire Council CEO Jim Nolan has announced his resignation from...
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One Nation eyes Lowan and Ripon
Emboldened by securing its first lower-house election victory in Farrer,...
Nationals unveil their candidate for Ripon
THE Nationals have selected former Ararat Mayor Jo Armstrong as their...
Rural & Agriculture
Increased local crushing capacity key to scaling up canola production
EXPANDING domestic crushing capabilities will be key to scaling up Australian canola production in the future,...
26 May, 2026
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Fox bounty extended as $84 million flows to agriculture
LAST week’s state budget will deliver $84 million to support...
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Australia to have another 'crack' at Indian trade deal
AUSTRALIA will go back to the drawing board with India on expanding its...
Local News
The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest
By Duncan Murray/AAP. EXPOSURE to pesticides and other environmental...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Ararat Live Host the Deserters
THE Deserters will return to Ararat Live this week comprising of the duo, Brooke Taylor and Delsinki, who last...
18 May, 2026
City Band concert to support Red Shield Appeal
THE Ararat City Band will fill the Salvation Army Hall with music this...
Fresh new exhibition comes to Art Trax
A fresh and vibrant exhibition is lighting up Beaufort this May, with...
Historic stables reimagined at Mount William Station
MOUNT William Station at Willaura has enjoyed a stellar year, capping...
Our People
Biggest Morning Tea raises funds for cancer support
ARARAT Neighbourhood House hosted its Biggest Morning Tea on Wednesday, raising $383.10 for cancer support services.
25 May, 2026
Chics With Attitude rising from the ashes in Avoca
AFTER Avoca’s Country Women’s Association branch folded last October,...
An accidental leader; Rob Armstrong’s story airs on Australian Story
ARARAT Rural City Councillor Rob Armstrong was thrust into the public...
Cheers to 90 years
WHEN it came time to celebrate his 90th birthday, Ron Davies could not...
Sport
Mininera District Football League: Round Six Review
In round six of the Mininera District Football League, the Hawks bounced back with a win over SMW Rovers, while...
26 May, 2026
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Central Highlands Football League - Round Seven Review
In round seven of the Central Highlands Football League, Carngham Linton...
Pumas showing improvement
Moyston Willaura’s A-Grade netballers continue to show tremendous...
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MCDFNL Round Seven Netball Review
In round seven of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball...