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Baggies finish season on a winning note
Swifts senior footballers finished their frustrating season on a high, defeating Pimpinio by 24 points at North Park in round 18 of the Horsham District Football Netball League.
20 August, 2025
General News
Marnoo Pool demolished
GENERATIONS of local families would have plenty of memories of their time at the Marnoo Swimming Pool.
19 August, 2025
Honouring the Thomsons at Great Western
GREAT Western Recreation Reserve has had a plaque at the main gate since...
Pomonal News, Stawell News, Ararat News
Jim Leithhead to open Lincoln car collection for FightMND
JIM and Karen Leithhead from Pomonal are opening the doors to their...
Saddling up for a 38th year
GENERATIONS of young people in the Stawell region with disabilities have...
Council & Politics
Groups to flourish thanks to community grants
NINE groups and not-for-profit organisations have received a share of almost $37,000 in funding through Northern...
13 August, 2025
Big bucks to upgrade road
A significant freight corridor at the top end of Northern Grampians...
Ararat News, Stawell News, Buangor News
Temporary steps taken to improve highway safety
THE horror run of crashes and deaths on the Western Highway has prompted...
Sharing local tips with tourists
NORTHERN Grampians Shire Council has put the call out for locals with a...
Rural & Agriculture
New VNI powerline map unveiled
Controversial new power line plans to be tested at community meetings over the next week.
12 October, 2023
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
11 tips for making the most of fine dining
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Local News
Why legal representation is necessary in workplace accidents
Safeguard your rights when it comes to workplace accidents.
Our People
Taking beanies to the next level
SEVERAL intricate and fun award-winning works of art by creative local Cherrelle Nicholson are currently on display...
18 August, 2025
Matt represents the SES in annual stair climb
Ararat’s State Emergency Service (SES) will be represented in this...
Pleasant Creek, remembering the past
STAWELL’S Pleasant Creek Colony is once again stirring curiosity,...
New Youth Chorus to launch in Stawell
YOUNG people in Stawell will soon have a new outlet for creativity and...
Sport
Roos too strong for Warriors
Stawell suffered their first loss since round 12, losing to Dimboola by 42 points at Central Park in round 16 of the...
13 August, 2025
Summers and Williams shine in Warriors win
Sam Williams has increased his Toohey Medal chances, and Paul Summers...
Stevens kicks four in United’s massive win
Grampians United’s Dominic Stevens kicked four goals in the mixed...
Warriors put up brave fight
The Stawell Warriors A-Grade netballers put up a brave fight despite...