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Easter Extravaganza just around the corner
PLANNING is underway at Stawell Biz for the 2025 Easter Saturday Main Street Extravaganza, and organisers are keen to make it a roaring success.
25 March, 2025
General News
Police urge residents to secure property after thefts
AVOCA Police are urging residents to lock their vehicles and secure their property following a two-week crime spree...
24 March, 2025
Winner, winner
A Stawell couple who skipped their honeymoon more than two decades ago...
Mental health promise
The Federal Coalition has committed $3 million towards the establishment...
Passing the baton
AFTER seven years with the Ararat City Band, Bruno Andrade has...
Council & Politics
March council meeting; lease change accepted to satisfy liquor laws
COUNCIL has approved a change to the leasing agreement with The Beer Idea Pty Ltd, which trades as Paper Scissors...
13 March, 2025
Alex Dyson’s Ararat campaign kicks off
In a sign the election is just around the corner, independent candidate...
Local News
Council secures funding to repair Buangor's historic Cobb & Co stables
The Ararat Rural City Council has secured $60,000 in funding to restore...
Local News
Mayoral message: wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and safe New Year
Northern Grampians Shire Council mayor Karen Hyslop's reflection.
Rural & Agriculture
Ararat hay convoys to SA deliver 2000 bales to drought-stricken farmers
Nearly 60 trucks are delivering more than 2000 bales.
7 November, 2024
Local News
Tender awarded: East Grampians Rural Pipeline stage two to begin late 2024
Mitchell Water Wins Tender for East Grampians Pipeline Stage Two
Local News
New VNI powerline map unveiled
Controversial new power line plans to be tested at community meetings...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Flood, fire and flying insects: Essential property protection for Stawell homes
Be prepared for floods, fires, flying insects and more.
21 February, 2025
Local News
Managing deceased estate clean-ups in inner city suburbs
This guide will help you manage a deceased estate clean-up.
Local News
11 tips for making the most of fine dining
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Local News
Why legal representation is necessary in workplace accidents
Safeguard your rights when it comes to workplace accidents.
Our People
A lifetime of giving back
FOR Avoca’s Bill Drummond, sport is more than just a game, it’s a community lifeline.
23 March, 2025
Local News
‘Give and take’ the key for Stawell couple celebrating 60 years of marriage
A case of mistaken identity provided the scene for a Stawell couple who...
Ken and Helene celebrate 70 years married
Ken and Helene Greenberger were the guests of honour at a small...
Local News
Oncology Unit celebrates 20 year anniversary
Oncology unit celebrates 20th anniversary serving cancer patients
Sport
Three-peat the goal for raring to go Rats
THE Ararat Rats are still a few weeks away from the first bounce of their 2025 Wimmera Football and Netball League.
23 March, 2025
Local News
Swifts hoping to put late season struggle behind them
THE Stawell Swifts had a strong year in the 2024 Horsham and District...
Local News
What a result!
An intense and exciting match prevailed when Beaufort took on the ladder...
Local News
‘She’s on’ Warriors getting serious about 2025 season
Pre season is over for the Stawell Warriors senior football team. With...