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Dutch hurdlers enjoy Stawell Gift experience
Dutch hurdlers Liam van der Schaaf and Job Geerds enjoyed their time in Stawell, with both athletes experiencing grass racing for the first time. Van der Schaaf progressed to the
7 April, 2026
General News
New Warrak bridge now open
ARARAT Rural City Council has finished building a new bridge on Buangor-Ben Nevis Road as part of a $10.6 million...
7 April, 2026
Great Western News, Stawell News, Ararat News
Voices for refugees rise on Palm Sunday rally
THE plight of refugees was high on the agenda during a recent Palm...
From old walls to new vibes: Town Hall Hotel reimagined
ONE of Stawell’s most recognisable buildings has taken on a new life....
Massive boost to Stawell Allied Health
THE Allied Health team at Grampians Health’s Stawell campus has...
Council & Politics
Council moves to fix failing solar lights
PYRENEES Shire Council will upgrade solar lighting at a number of town entrance signs after much of the current...
25 March, 2026
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Council to finalise election “wishlist”
WITH a state election just eight months away, Ararat Rural City Council...
Liberals rush to finalise Ripon candidate
THE Liberal Party is hoping to have a candidate on the ground soon for...
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Council to lobby for key projects
PYRENEES Shire Council says it intends lobbying all candidates in the...
Rural & Agriculture
The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest
By Duncan Murray/AAP. EXPOSURE to pesticides and other environmental factors could be behind far higher rates of...
5 April, 2026
AFL’s Rodey Eade has a yarn at Nutrien Ag Solutions
NUTRIEN Ag Solutions welcomed clients and their families last week for a...
Local News
Agricultural production on track to exceed 2030 industry target
AUSTRALIA’S farm gate production value is forecast to exceed $100...
More water for local farmers
CONTSRUCTION has commenced on the Mininera Rural Pipeline Project,...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Humour and print making at Avoca’s Gallery 127
COLIN Clark will open his first solo exhibition this weekend, bringing a mix of humour, experimentation and...
7 April, 2026
Successful Wine and Savouries night boosts hospital funds
STAWELL Hospital Auxiliary’s biggest fundraiser of the year didn’t...
Beaufort car and truck show roars success
BEAUFORT’S Car and Truck Show brought in a strong attendance last...
Moyston Market on today
ONE of the most popular markets of the year kicks off this morning at...
Our People
Celebrating many cultures
HUNDREDS of local residents came together recently at the Stawell Town Hall for a celebration of our multicultural...
31 March, 2026
Four decades behind the scenes
BOB Hawke was the Prime Minister of Australia the day Sharon McHoul...
As I remember - Keith Little
By Nicole Potter IF a life could be measured by the places it has...
Giving hope one suitcase at a time
BEAUFORT CWA is calling on the community to support its ongoing work...
Sport
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...
7 April, 2026
Warriors secure thrilling win over Ararat
The Stawell Warriors have claimed a hard-fought five-point victory over...
Rats claim emphatic victory
The Ararat Rats’ A-Grade netballers have opened their season in emphatic...
Recharged Saints ready to rise again in 2026
Carngham Linton’s senior footballers will look for better luck on the...