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Old Ariels arrive in Ararat
THE Australian Ariel Register holds an annual rally in a different locality each year, and this time it was Ararat’s chance to host the event. Held over four days, the rally
31 May, 2026
General News
Orchid house to be removed in June
ARARAT Rural City Council has confirmed the Rotary Orchid House will be removed from Alexandra Gardens in June.
30 May, 2026
Bust on illegal activity
VICTORIA Police executed two separate search warrants across Ararat last...
Fire rips through Ararat units
A late-night fire in Ararat destroyed one residential unit and damaged a...
Demand rising for food relief
WITH the cost of living pressures impacting on more and more families,...
Council & Politics
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,...
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...
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
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
City Band concert to support Red Shield Appeal
THE Ararat City Band will fill the Salvation Army Hall with music this...
Historic stables reimagined at Mount William Station
MOUNT William Station at Willaura has enjoyed a stellar year, capping...
Grape Escape delivers boost to regional economy
GRAMPIANS Grape Escape has wrapped a massive three days in Halls Gap,...
Our People
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
An accidental leader; Rob Armstrong’s story airs on Australian Story
ARARAT Rural City Councillor Rob Armstrong was thrust into the public...
As I Remember - Joy Wheeler
FEW people can say they’ve seen the Queen in person—let alone four...
As I Remember - Geoff Penna
Geoff’s enthusiasm and warm welcome begin the moment we sit down for the...
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...