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Gorse is prevalent across the region and can be easily spread.

Snake Valley unites against gorse

THE distinctive yellow flowers of gorse are appearing across the region to the dismay of local farmers. Gorse is a difficult weed with seeds that can survive 30 years.

6 June, 2026

Rebecca Lowery, Alana Burges, Cr Bec Wardlaw and Holly Beavis have all cast their vote for Avoca in the Tiny Tourism Towns Awards.

Vote of confidence

President of the Pyrenees Arts Council Heather Featherston was busy arranging the displays this week.

Free to Read

Beaufort ready for big art weekend

Opposition Leader Jess Wilson and Nationals Leader Danny O’Brien say infrastructure spending in regional Victoria will increase to 25 per cent if they can form government in November. Photo AAP.

Coalition guarantees a fair share

General News

Café 56 was closed on Tuesday after a break in overnight.

Late night burglary by hungry thief

CAFE 56 in Beaufort was forced to close on Tuesday following an overnight break-in that left staff shaken and a...

30 May, 2026

Beaufort News

Hospital upgrade underway

WORK has commenced on a $2.3 million refurbishment of Beaufort Hospital...

Local News

Neale Daniher dies after courageous fight against MND

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

Ararat News, Beaufort News, Buangor News, Streatham News

Roundabout push for Stoneleigh intersection

PYRENEES Shire Council will continue to advocate for a roundabout at...

Sport

Hawk Jarrod Stephens launches for mark. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

MCDFNL Round Seven Football Review

In round seven of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League, Talbot's defence impressed against...

26 May, 2026

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Central Highlands Football League - Round Seven Review

In round seven of the Central Highlands Football League, Carngham Linton...

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MCDFNL Round Seven Netball Review

In round seven of the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball...

Beaufort News, Snake Valley News, Waubra News, Skipton News

Central Highlands Netball League - Round Seven Review

In round seven of the Central Highlands Netball League, Skipton,...