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Still no plans for Elmhurst school
THE former Elmhurst Primary School building remains in limbo with the Education department yet to decide its future. The school closed at the end of 2020 after it became clear no
13 July, 2026
General News
Lane named after community volunteer
ARARAT Rural City Council has endorsed the official naming of the laneway between Elizabeth and McGibbony Streets in...
11 July, 2026
Council seeks feedback on proposed laneway name
ARARAT Rural City Council is inviting the community to provide their...
The road home leads through football
Former Ararat resident Damian Carmichael thought he was writing a book...
Council upgrades Ararat’s bike paths
COUNCIL has ticked off another major project aimed at upgrading local...
Council & Politics
Hotel changes approved after split vote
NORTHERN Grampians Shire councillors have approved amended plans for a proposed residential hotel development in...
12 July, 2026
Campaign office opens as Armstrong eyes Ripon
THE Nationals' candidate for Ripon, Jo Armstrong, has become the first...
Local News
No Coalition with One Nation says Tehan
Member for Wannon Dan Tehan said the opposition was not entertaining the...
Libs finally make their pick
AFTER months of delays, the Liberal party has finally selected a...
Rural & Agriculture
Planting more trees on farms
LANDHOLDERS across Victoria are being supported to integrate more trees into their farming systems, following an...
6 July, 2026
Local News
Backing livestock farmers with better data
MORE livestock farmers will have access to tools that will help grow...
Bioenergy project targets 2028 gas production
MORE than a year after its last major public update, Ararat’s $400...
Local News
Increased local crushing capacity key to scaling up canola production
EXPANDING domestic crushing capabilities will be key to scaling up...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Model railway exhibition return to Stawell
ONE of the regions largest annual community events has returned to Stawell this weekend with the 26th Annual Model...
11 July, 2026
Top volunteers recognised at annual tourism awards
GRAMPIANS Wimmera Mallee Tourism (GWMT) has celebrated the region’s...
GLOW festival countdown begins
HALLS Gap is preparing to shine again, with GLOW — Bringing Light to...
Beaufort ready for big art weekend
BEAUFORT will become a lively creative destination this King’s Birthday...
Our People
Pumpkin Rivalry at Men’s Shed
MEMBERS of the Pomonal Men's Shed last week celebrated their victory from the Moyston Easter Market earlier this...
7 June, 2026
Shannon's push for mental health awareness
ON average, nine people die by suicide every day in Australia — seven...
Black and Ginger Wines chasing young gun honours
LOCAL winemaker Hadyn Black of Black and Ginger Wines is once again...
Ararat artist takes flight in Paper Bird Illustration awards
Ararat artist Janette Lucas has been recognised after being shortlisted...
Sport
MDFL – The Run Home
The Mininera District Football League resumes this weekend with Round 11, beginning the six-week run to the finals.
10 July, 2026
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MDNL – The Run Home
The Mininera District Netball League resumes this weekend with Round 11,...
Zander McDougall set to celebrate remarkable milestone
Tatyoon stalwart Zander McDougall will run out for his 400th game on...
Perfect weather conditions greet footballers
Round 11 of the Ararat District Junior competition was played in...