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Winner for tonight's dinner
PYRENEES Premium Cuts are celebrating another round of success, adding to an already impressive list of accolades for their award-winning produce.
10 September, 2025
General News
Riverside Market bids goodbye to two founders
Tony Wood and Gary Daly are saying goodbye to Avoca and their beloved project, the Avoca Riverside Market, which they...
4 September, 2025
Aradale History found in a forgotten suitcase
J Ward’s Research Centre has received an extraordinary donation, with a...
Moyston’s General Store to close
MOYSTON will soon farewell its much-loved general store, with...
New gear could save lives
GENEROUS donations from two local Freemasons groups have helped the...
Council & Politics
Have your say on waste collection
THE 2025 Waste and Recycling Survey is seeking residents’ feedback on Pyrenees Shire Council's waste collection service.
3 September, 2025
Work to commence on Buangor-Ben Nevis Road bridge
ARARAT Rural City Council has signed an agreement for the construction...
Council to commence talks around managing old school site
PYRENEES Shire Council has agreed to start talks with the...
Local News
Farmer’s windfarm warning
ROKEWOOD woolgrower Russell Coad spoke out at a National Party community...
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
Local News
New VNI powerline map unveiled
Controversial new power line plans to be tested at community meetings...
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
Sip and support the Grampians
ONE of Australia’s longest-running food and wine festivals, Grampians...
Local News
Flood, fire and flying insects: Essential property protection for Stawell homes
Be prepared for floods, fires, flying insects and more.
Local News
Managing deceased estate clean-ups in inner city suburbs
This guide will help you manage a deceased estate clean-up.
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
Farewell Tim, welcome Declan
TIM Hill is a well known face around farms across the Pyrenees Shire.
New face joins the team
ARARAT’S paramedics have welcomed a new member to their ranks as...
Warriors can’t get enough of Muriel’s cakes
A beloved member of the Stawell community was the talk of the town last...
Sport
MCDFNL Football Preliminary Finals Preview
Navarre will look to follow their enthralling semi-final upset over Talbot when they take on one of the premiership...
5 September, 2025
Local News
Holt kicks six as Swans keep premiership defence alive
Natte Bealiba are now halfway through their finals gauntlet to remain...
Grasshoppers produce stunning victory to keep premiership hopes alive
Navarre has rocked the MCDFNL finals bracket by upsetting the...
Double overtime ends Warriors' season
It took double overtime for the Warriors senior footballers to be...