First Constable Isabel Cook, of Ararat, said three of the batteries - which weigh 60kgs each - had been reported stolen in the last few months.

"If people have seen any suspicious behaviour, or seen the batteries themselves, contact the Ararat police station," she said.

The batteries are grey with ARTC branding on them.

Ararat police can be contacted on 5355 1500.

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