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Rats' Riley Taylor kicks the ball inside fifty. PHOTO: CHRIS GRAETZ

Rats stumble on Good Friday

Ararat Rats’ senior footballers' 2026 campaign didn’t get off to a great start, losing to Stawell Warriors by five points at North Park on Good Friday.

7 April, 2026

Laney McLoughlan's hard work over pre-season has paid off, shooting a game-high 32 goals in the Rats 55-29 win over Stawell Warriors. PHOTO: CHRIS GRAETZ

Rats claim emphatic victory

Netballers set to battle in fierce contest - feature photo

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Netballers set to battle in fierce contest

Good Friday showdown set to ignite season opener - feature photo

Good Friday showdown set to ignite season opener

Demi Bligh and Faith Biddle will form a formidable defensive combination this season.

Rats aim for renewed success under Faith Biddle

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Rats eye historic fourth consecutive premiership - feature photo

Rats eye historic fourth consecutive premiership

Lions' Inika Shalders looks strong and ready to step up to the A-Grade team in 2026. PHOTO: CRAIG WILSON

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Consistency drives Lions’ finals push

Tatyoon's Josh Lee, having kicked 63 goals in 2025 has had a strong pre-season. Photo Craig Wilson.

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Hawks aiming high on back of strong recruiting

Tom Randone (pictured) will coach the senior football team in 2026 alongside Adam Bonner. PHOTO: CRAIG WILSON

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Fresh-look Lions poised for 2026

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Hawks' Grace Astbury will again be a focal point in attack having scored 683 goals in 2025.

Hawks eye flag following grand final heartbreak

Ararat's Beau Blight sprays the target after a team event.

Juniors show strength at State Firefighter Championships

Tim Shaw (left) and Trevor Keilar celebrate with the cup.

Locals claim Trans-Tasman Pétanque Cup

Rovers coach Lauren Williams highlighted Emma Gowans (pictured) as one of the players to watch in 2026.

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SMW Rovers eye rise in 2026

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