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Warriors' Mason Thomas launches a kick inside fifty. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

Perfect weather conditions greet footballers

Round 11 of the Ararat District Junior competition was played in excellent weather conditions with great skills on display.

1 July, 2026

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Laney McLoughlan was outstanding in the Rats one-goal victory over the Warriors. PHOTO BY HENRY DALKIN

McLoughlan's late heroics lift Rats

Zac Armer, pictured here against the SMW Rovers, was one of the Lions best in their win against Ararat.

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Lions pounce on second win

Lion Ruby Thomas, pictured here in the 17-and-under against Ararat last Saturday, starred again in the ring for the A-Grade side, scoring 44 goals. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Lions roar to statement win over Eagles

Mayor Bob Sanders presided over last year’s celebration at Ararat Gallery TAMA.

Ararat prepares to celebrate NADOC Week

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Steps have been taken to improve safety around the burnt out shops in Ingor Street however there are no plans to rebuild at this stage.

No movement on town eyesore

Missing eight players from their best lineup, the Rats coaching staff and players celebrate a win for the ages: They reversed a two goal deficit in the final ten minutes to secure a five-point victory over arch rival Stawell. PHOTO BY HENRY DALKIN

Taylor’s last-gasp goal delivers Ararat a famous win

Regional Australia for Refugees members gather with refugees who have found their home in Ararat.

Refugee Week celebrates a million stories

With a small team of staff and reduced opening days, Ararat's ANZ bank may be the first domino to fall.

Is regional banking on its last legs?

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Eliza and Emmett hold the ribbon as ARCC Deputy CEO Phuong Au, Mayor Bob Sanders, MP Martha Haylett and Y Kinder’s Kara Bartlett officially open Jack and Jill Kindergarten after its upgrade.

Major upgrade opens at Jack and Jill Kindergarten

Member for Ripon Martha Haylett is urging the Victorian Electoral Commission to consider a more accessible location for this year’s pre-poll with no stairs.

MP urges bureaucrats to find a better venue

There was strong interest at last weekend’s police recruitment drive in Ararat. Photo by Craig Wilson.

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Regional recruitment drive attracts aspiring police

Chris Young won 10 bowling single championships at Chalambar.

Chris Young remembered for extraordinary legacy

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