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Reject shop takes on a new look
AFTER a month long closure, customers flocked back to Ararat’s Reject Shop on Wednesday to find a new look shop with extra stock. The shop closed in early May while contractors
7 June, 2026
General News
160 Years of family winemaking
BEST’S Wines at Great Western celebrated a remarkable milestone over the weekend, marking 160 years of winemaking...
5 June, 2026
Fro Yo Fun scoops up fans in Halls Gap
A NEW dessert destination in Halls Gap is quickly building a loyal...
Local doctor shortlisted for top award
ARARAT Medical Centre GP Dr Pieter Pretorius has been named a finalist...
Breaking bread, Ararat Emergency Relief receives funding to help feed the community
ARARAT Emergency Relief Committee has received a boost to its community...
Council & Politics
CEO resigns
Ararat Rural City Council Chief Executive Officer Dr Tim Harrison has resigned half way through his five year...
2 June, 2026
Local News
Coalition guarantees a fair share
THE Liberal-Nationals coalition has promised 25 per cent of all...
Kick Start grant sweetens the deal
ARARAT Rural City Council has congratulated Ange Leithhead and the team...
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One Nation eyes Lowan and Ripon
Emboldened by securing its first lower-house election victory in Farrer,...
Rural & Agriculture
Increased local crushing capacity key to scaling up canola production
EXPANDING domestic crushing capabilities will be key to scaling up Australian canola production in the future,...
26 May, 2026
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Fox bounty extended as $84 million flows to agriculture
LAST week’s state budget will deliver $84 million to support...
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Australia to have another 'crack' at Indian trade deal
AUSTRALIA will go back to the drawing board with India on expanding its...
Local News
The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest
By Duncan Murray/AAP. EXPOSURE to pesticides and other environmental...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Beaufort ready for big art weekend
BEAUFORT will become a lively creative destination this King’s Birthday long weekend as visitors converge on the town...
5 June, 2026
Grease tickets now on sale
DON’T be a beauty school dropout, be liked greased lightning and book...
Ararat Live Host the Deserters
THE Deserters will return to Ararat Live this week comprising of the...
City Band concert to support Red Shield Appeal
THE Ararat City Band will fill the Salvation Army Hall with music this...
Our People
Ararat artist takes flight in Paper Bird Illustration awards
Ararat artist Janette Lucas has been recognised after being shortlisted for the 2026 Paper Bird Illustration...
4 June, 2026
As I Remember - Una Allender
LAKE Bolac and its surrounds have been home to Una for almost her entire...
Cuppa and cake at the Décor room
ARARAT’S Decor Room hosted its Biggest Morning Tea recently, welcoming...
Biggest Morning Tea raises funds for cancer support
ARARAT Neighbourhood House hosted its Biggest Morning Tea on Wednesday,...
Sport
Mounties win hard-fought contest
Last Sunday, in round seven of the ADJFA at Richardson Oval, Mounties, not for the first time this year, overpowered...
28 May, 2026
Grampians United juniors display determination
Grampians United Soccer Club hosted a full day of junior action at...
Rats fall short against Thunder
Ararat has gone down by six points to Southern Mallee Thunder at Beulah...
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Mininera District Football League: Round Six Review
In round six of the Mininera District Football League, the Hawks bounced...