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Navarre netball buzzing in 2025
After winning four games in 2024, new Navarre coach Sidney Dyer has brought enthusiasm and positivity to the club and it’s paying dividends, as the vibe around the club has changed
13 June, 2025
General News
VicGrid reaches out
VICGRID has launched a series of community drop-in sessions in Stawell as part of its consultation process for the...
12 June, 2025
Vale Percy Walsh - Paying tribute to a local legend
EVERY now and then, over the course of a lifetime, we’re lucky enough to...
Fountain maintenance
AN historic drinking fountain in central Ararat is to get a clean and...
One step at a time
SEVEN members of the Stawell Fire Brigade are gearing up to take on the...
Council & Politics
Extra drought support for Ararat
FARMERS in Ararat Rural City will have access to additional drought funding announced by the Victorian Government.
11 June, 2025
Local News
Council calls for feedback on 2025-26 Draft Budget
NORTHERN Grampians Shire residents have until June 12 to...
Local News
The Nationals go it alone
MEMBER for Mallee Dr Anne Webster said this week’s decision to end the...
Local News
Mayor appointed to advisory panel
Northern Grampians Shire Mayor Karen Hyslop has been appointed a...
Rural & Agriculture
Ararat hay convoys to SA deliver 2000 bales to drought-stricken farmers
Nearly 60 trucks are delivering more than 2000 bales.
7 November, 2024
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
Sip and support the Grampians
ONE of Australia’s longest-running food and wine festivals, Grampians Grape Escape returns to Halls Gap from May 2–4,...
24 March, 2025
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.
Local News
11 tips for making the most of fine dining
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Our People
Ararat comes together to celebrate Harmony Day
Ararat’s Harmony Day celebration exceeded all expectations last Saturday with over 200 people attending the event.
31 March, 2025
Women play leading role at local brigade
THE recent celebration of International Women’s Day was a perfect time...
A lifetime of giving back
FOR Avoca’s Bill Drummond, sport is more than just a game, it’s a...
Local News
‘Give and take’ the key for Stawell couple celebrating 60 years of marriage
A case of mistaken identity provided the scene for a Stawell couple who...
Sport
Boag steps up her game
Swifts netballer Kathryn Boag has improved in leaps and bounds over the last 24 months. For someone that was...
13 June, 2025
Astbury relishing the change
After joining Ararat from Tatyoon, Maggie Astbury made the goal ring her...
Local News
Young grasshoppers thriving under Hendy
Navarre senior coach Kyle Hendy is no stranger to the club having...
Lions' netballers finals aspirations within reach
In her third year as coach and second year at Great Western, Tessa...