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335 new fire trucks promised by Vic Coalition
THE Liberal-Nationals Coalition has promised to address the issue of ageing fire trucks with a substantial promise ahead of this month’s election. The Coalition says it will
2 November, 2026
General News
The plan before the fire
BUSHFIRE preparedness was front and centre in Halls Gap on Monday, as residents gathered under blue skies for the...
24 October, 2026
Local News
Touchdown
MORE than 60 CFA members from across the region gained valuable insight...
All aboard the election express
PASSENGER rail services could return to Stawell under a $51.2 million...
More arrests following Stawell assault
Northern Grampians Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a...
Council & Politics
Hyslop to step down as mayor
IT ALL began over lunch with a few girlfriends, when Karen Hyslop casually mentioned she was thinking about running...
30 October, 2026
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News
Another week passes…. but no Donna
ONE Nation’s Candidate for Ripon remains a bit of a mystery and is yet...
$8m pledge towards pool redevelopment
THE long-awaited redevelopment of Stawell’s indoor swimming pool has...
Trains return under Coalition promise
THE Liberal National Coalition will later today unveil a plan to return...
Rural & Agriculture
Spring rains a godsend
LOCAL farmers are delighted after more than two inches of gentle rain fell across the district in recent weeks.
19 October, 2026
Local News
Farmers adding AI to their toolkits
FARMERS are training AI to help them make business decisions while...
Good times return to sheep country
THERE is a renewed sense of optimism among sheep producers. The paddocks...
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
Bird flu edges closer to the Grampians
POULTRY farms and people with backyard chickens are being urged to...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Step back in time at two gothic mansions
HISTORY lovers will have a rare opportunity to explore two of the region’s remarkable gothic mansions over the...
31 October, 2026
Stawell Show set for today
THE wait is almost over, with the Stawell Agricultural Show returning to...
A beast of a production
TAKING on a tale almost everyone already knows has brought Stawell...
Heritage rail stopover at Seppelt
GREAT Western put on a picture-perfect welcome for a trainload of...
Our People
Final act of generosity from the Y-Zetts
THE Stawell Y-Zetts have donated $10,000 to the Stawell Hospital Foundation, marking the conclusion of more than 50...
25 October, 2026
Race to the top for Stawell CFA
SEVEN members of the Stawell Fire Brigade recently took on the gruelling...
Race to the top for Stawell CFA
SEVEN members of the Stawell Fire Brigade recently took on the gruelling...
Old mates weave plans for reunion
A SIMPLE idea to bring a few former workmates together for a photograph...
Sport
Wildcats under-14s finish runners-up
The Stawell Wildcats under-14 boys' representative basketball team finished runners-up at the Warrnambool Seaside...
29 October, 2026
Wildcats Under-12 boys light up Warrnambool
The Stawell Wildcats under-12 boys representative team lit up the...
Wildcats Under-14 girls show promise
The Stawell Wildcats under-14 girls showed positive signs at the...
Wildcats under-16 girls gain experience
The Stawell Wildcats under-16 girls have gained valuable experience at...
Business
Seppelt revival starts with wine
GETTING Great Western’s historic winery ready for the 2027 harvest will be the first major priority for Seppelt’s...
5 October, 2026
Back in the market
BRUCE McIlvride had been out of real estate for more than two years, but...
Cheers! It’s a deal for Seppelt
ONE of Great Western’s most important institutions is changing hands,...
Opinion & Perspectives
Opinion - Preparing for summer starts with us
Preparing for summer starts with usWith elections and major projects...
Local News
OPINION - GAYLE TIERNEY MP
As we move into spring and look to the challenges and opportunities that...
Local News
Editorial
It has been interesting speaking to different people about the impending...