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Taryn Kelly’s remarkable journey
Ararat Eagles A-Grade netball defender Taryn Kelly took home the Mininera District Netball League best and fairest by one vote on Tuesday night, capping off a remarkable journey,
5 September, 2025
General News
Open for business
THE long-awaited refurbishment of 118–120 Barkly Street has entered the final stages of its first phase, with the...
4 September, 2025
Blue Ribbon Foundation funds purchase of anaesthetic machine
THE Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ararat Branch presented...
Arrival of the awesome foursome
PATIENTS visiting Ararat Medical Centre will see some new faces walking...
Bottles of opportunity
NOT many people would choose the pungent smell of fermenting vinegar...
Council & Politics
Work to commence on Buangor-Ben Nevis Road bridge
ARARAT Rural City Council has signed an agreement for the construction of a new, two-lane bridge on Buangor Ben-Nevis...
3 September, 2025
Government funds worker housing
ARARAT’s worker housing shortage is about to get some welcome relief...
Free pads and tampons have arrived in Pyrenees Shire
PYRENEES Shire women are set to benefit from the rollout of free pad and...
Green light for road upgrade
SUBSTANTIAL funding has been secured by Ararat Rural City Council to...
Rural & Agriculture
Are You Frog Friendly?
A free presentation entitled “Frogs of the Region” was recently hosted by the Beyond Bolac Catchment Action Group at...
23 July, 2025
Local News
Ararat hay convoys to SA deliver 2000 bales to drought-stricken farmers
Nearly 60 trucks are delivering more than 2000 bales.
Local News
Tender awarded: East Grampians Rural Pipeline stage two to begin late 2024
Mitchell Water Wins Tender for East Grampians Pipeline Stage Two
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Artisan showcase
LOVERS of local arts and crafts are being called to mark their calendars for a weekend of creativity.
23 July, 2025
Local News
Managing deceased estate clean-ups in inner city suburbs
This guide will help you manage a deceased estate clean-up.
Local News
Castile soap and its many uses
Optional uses for castile soap are endless.
Our People
Twelve new Australians welcomed
ARARAT Rural City Council welcomed twelve new Australian citizens at an official ceremony held on Wednesday at the...
4 September, 2025
New face joins the team
ARARAT’S paramedics have welcomed a new member to their ranks as...
After 50 years, Stuart plans to call it a day
STUART Kerr is about to wind up his remarkable tenure at East Grampians...
Athol chalks up a ton
BELOVED Ararat resident Athol Graham joined an exclusive club last week,...
Sport
Belcher rewarded for consistent season
Rats’ under-14 footballer Ryder Belcher has finished runner-up in the Wimmera Football Netball League’s best and...
2 September, 2025
Eagles battle for grand final berth
The Ararat Eagles face Lismore Derrinallum at Willaura tomorrow for a...
Williamson re-signs to coach Ararat in 2026
Tom Williamson has signed on to coach his third season at Ararat in...
Eagles and Hawks Swoop into Week Two
Last weekend, the Ararat Eagles and Tatyoon Hawks progressed to round...