Orchid house to be removed in June

Demand rising for food relief

WITH the cost of living pressures impacting on more and more families, local emergency relief volunteers reporting...

26 May, 2026

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Wet wipes block pipes

GWMWATER is urging customers to keep wipes out of toilets saying they...

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

ARARAT Rural City Council say it has received a strong response to its...

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Neale Daniher dies after courageous fight against MND

Neale Daniher, the former AFL player and coach who became an inspiration...

Kick Start grant sweetens the deal

ARARAT Rural City Council has congratulated Ange Leithhead and the team at The Lolly Shop In Ararat after they were...

20 May, 2026

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One Nation eyes Lowan and Ripon

Emboldened by securing its first lower-house election victory in Farrer,...

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Nationals unveil their candidate for Ripon

THE Nationals have selected former Ararat Mayor Jo Armstrong as their...

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Council to finalise election “wishlist”

WITH a state election just eight months away, Ararat Rural City Council...

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...

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The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest

By Duncan Murray/AAP. EXPOSURE to pesticides and other environmental...

Ararat Live Host the Deserters

THE Deserters will return to Ararat Live this week comprising of the duo, Brooke Taylor and Delsinki, who last...

18 May, 2026

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City Band concert to support Red Shield Appeal

THE Ararat City Band will fill the Salvation Army Hall with music this...

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Historic stables reimagined at Mount William Station

MOUNT William Station at Willaura has enjoyed a stellar year, capping...

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Grape Escape delivers boost to regional economy

GRAMPIANS Grape Escape has wrapped a massive three days in Halls Gap,...

Biggest Morning Tea raises funds for cancer support

ARARAT Neighbourhood House hosted its Biggest Morning Tea on Wednesday, raising $383.10 for cancer support services.

25 May, 2026

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An accidental leader; Rob Armstrong’s story airs on Australian Story

ARARAT Rural City Councillor Rob Armstrong was thrust into the public...

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As I Remember - Joy Wheeler

FEW people can say they’ve seen the Queen in person—let alone four...

Elmhurst News

As I Remember - Geoff Penna

Geoff’s enthusiasm and warm welcome begin the moment we sit down for the...

Grampians United juniors display determination

Grampians United Soccer Club hosted a full day of junior action at Gordon Street Oval last Sunday, May 24, with the...

27 May, 2026

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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...

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Pumas showing improvement

Moyston Willaura’s A-Grade netballers continue to show tremendous...