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$10K gift rolls into Stawell Hospital
PATIENTS at Grampians Health’s Stawell campus can be transported around the hospital in extra comfort after the purchase of two Stryker wheelchairs. A $10,000 donation from Stawell
17 March, 2026
General News
Raised pedestrian crossing to improve safety on Barkly Street
WORK will commence tomorrow on an upgrade to the pedestrian crossing on Barkly Street. Ararat Rural City Council has...
16 March, 2026
Peaks trail back in business
ONE of the region’s most iconic overnight hiking trails has reopened to...
Long awaited refresh for Landsborough Primary School
THE State Government has announced new funding to help maintain and...
From steam to today: Stawell Railway Station celebrates 150 years
AN important milestone for Stawell is set to be celebrated in May to...
Council & Politics
Council to lobby for key projects
PYRENEES Shire Council says it intends lobbying all candidates in the lead-up to this year’s state election to ensure...
7 March, 2026
Urban roads to be sealed
A number of local streets in Ararat township will be upgraded to a...
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New rules aim to ease rate pressure
VICTORIANS doing it tough financially are set to receive clearer and...
Buangor Ben-Nevis bridge works reach construction milestone
PILING works on the new Buangor Ben-Nevis Road bridge are now complete,...
Rural & Agriculture
Agricultural production on track to exceed 2030 industry target
AUSTRALIA’S farm gate production value is forecast to exceed $100 billion this financial year – four years ahead of...
9 March, 2026
More water for local farmers
CONTSRUCTION has commenced on the Mininera Rural Pipeline Project,...
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Virtual fencing gets the green light
VICTORIAN cattle producers can now harness cutting-edge technology to...
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Start of harvest brings fire warning
THE harvesting season has begun and is prompting warnings from CFA to...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Three centuries of music in one night
MUSIC lovers will have the chance to experience a program spanning more than 300 years when the Melbourne Chamber...
15 March, 2026
Many cultures, one celebration
A colourful celebration of culture, food and community connection will...
Barkly Street set to shine
CHROME is gleaming and the engines are rumbling in Barkly Street this...
Main Street sing-along to bring Easter message to Stawell
CITY Heart Church will bring live worship music to Stawell’s Main Street...
Our People
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Gold Reef Ladies Probus welcomes new president
THE Stawell Gold Reef Ladies Probus Club has welcomed a new president following the handover at its March monthly...
16 March, 2026
Ararat celebrates women’s leadership on International Women’s Day
WOMEN from across the Ararat community gathered last week for an...
From junior firefighter to captain
RAGLAN CFA Captain Adin Gillingham is one of those locals who lives and...
Students set for 40th presentation ball
STAWELL Secondary College students will take to the dance floor in white...
Sport
Bulldogs gain strength on hunt for four-peat
The Avoca Bulldogs A-Grade netballers have strengthened their team in 2026 as they hunt for a fourth consecutive...
13 March, 2026
Pumas focus on growth in 2026
After a challenging 2025 season without a win, Moyston Willaura’s...
Bulldogs seek better luck in 2026
After being decimated by injury in 2025, the Avoca Bulldogs senior...
Magpies begin rebuild with new coach and strong recruits
Wickliffe Lake Bolac’s senior footballers are embarking on a rebuild in...