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Work is underway on the refurbishment of Beaufort Hospital.

Hospital upgrade underway

WORK has commenced on a $2.3 million refurbishment of Beaufort Hospital funded by the State and Federal Governments.

26 May, 2026

Noelle Forth and Rick Thomas at Ararat Emergency Relief have seen a rise in demand in recent months.

Demand rising for food relief

Wipes tangled on a sewer pump are a clear reminder – wipes block pipes.

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Wet wipes block pipes

Mayor Bob Sanders is delighted with the response to council’s plan to rejuvenate the eastern entrance sign to Ararat. Photo by Craig Wilson.

Community ideas shaping a fresh look for Ararat’s eastern entrance

Neale Daniher, whose courage made him the symbol of the fight against MND, has died aged 65.

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Neale Daniher dies after courageous fight against MND

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Stawell mums Karissa, Jenna and Jess are pushing for CCTV in Main Street and other frequented areas around Stawell.

Stawell mums lead CCTV push

Member for Ripon Martha Haylett (second from right) with Pyrenees Shire Councillor Tanya Kehoe, Deputy Mayor Rebecca Wardlaw and Ararat Mayor Bob Sanders at the intersection recently.

Ararat News, Beaufort News, Buangor News, Streatham News

Roundabout push for Stoneleigh intersection

Students from Marian College join Principal Catherine Howison, MP Martha Haylett and Kildare Ministries Rosemary Copeland to officially open the Oak Learning Centre.

Oak Learning Centre officially opens

Volunteers Daryl Mair, Don Sturt, Cr Jenny Greenberger and Tania Blair were hard at work during the week getting the station in shape for today's celebration.

Rail celebration today

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Mayor Karen Hyslop delivered a message of thanks and cake to the volunteers at Stawell SES to mark Wear Orange Wednesday.

Mayor brings thanks and cake to Stawell SES volunteers

Kerry, Gaylene, and Mercy volunteer their time at Ararat Neighbourhood house so Manager Teli Kaur (second from right) can support those in need.

Funding concerns for Ararat Neighbourhood House

Some of the local recipients of the grants program run by the local Community Bank.

Amphitheatre News, Avoca News

Community grants boost local projects

Hundreds of runners and walkers are expected to descend on Halls Gap this weekend for the annual Run The Gap event.

Hundreds expected for Run The Gap return

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