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Unforgettable surgeon left lasting mark on Ararat
Garry James Thomas Lewis — known by some simply as “GJT” or "Mr Lewis" — was not a man easily forgotten. For decades he was the district’s only surgeon, a formidable presence in
4 March, 2026
General News
Earthquake rattles the region
Did you feel it? Geoscience Australia reports there was a small earthquake centred between Avoca, Ararat and Stawell...
3 March, 2026
World Day of Prayer to unite Stawell churches
STAWELL churches will come together this week for the annual World Day...
Same treats, new address
AN Avoca favourite is preparing for a fresh start, with Coopers Bakery...
Locally-led home dialysis service comes to Stawell
GRAMPIANS Health has commenced home dialysis service across the Stawell...
Council & Politics
Urban roads to be sealed
A number of local streets in Ararat township will be upgraded to a sealed standard this financial year as part of...
2 March, 2026
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
New rules aim to ease rate pressure
VICTORIANS doing it tough financially are set to receive clearer and...
Buangor Ben-Nevis bridge works reach construction milestone
PILING works on the new Buangor Ben-Nevis Road bridge are now complete,...
Tehan resigns from front bench, runs for deputy
THE Member for Wannon Dan Tehan is one on many Liberals who resigned...
Rural & Agriculture
More water for local farmers
CONTSRUCTION has commenced on the Mininera Rural Pipeline Project, delivering a secure water supply to 199 district...
6 February, 2026
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
Virtual fencing gets the green light
VICTORIAN cattle producers can now harness cutting-edge technology to...
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
Start of harvest brings fire warning
THE harvesting season has begun and is prompting warnings from CFA to...
Lyons amazing world record
MARNOO is the place where an impressive world record was met by a female...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
A taste of elegance at Stawell’s historic station
LAST Sunday, February 22, the Stawell Railway Station Gallery held its monthly high tea, with ladies coming from as...
28 February, 2026
Market cancelled
Due to wet conditions and further reports of rain, tomorrow's Willaura...
A town tradition rolls on as Jailhouse Rock returns
THE iconic Jailhouse Rock Festival returns to Ararat in March. The...
Miniature railways roll into Stawell this weekend
THE Grampian Model Railroaders are inviting the community to step into a...
Our People
Volunteers planning Harmony Day feast
VOLUNTEERS are preparing to cook up a feast for Harmony Day celebrations in March and are busy planning their menus...
3 March, 2026
Ararat Scouts building skills for life
ARARAT Scout Group is continuing to bring young people together each...
Community healing through art
A community led art project that rose from the devastating Bayindeen...
Wally calls time after 55 years of healing and helping
For as long as most people can remember, if something in Stawell was out...
Sport
Ararat ready for Cup night showcase
The Ararat Harness Racing Club hosts its biggest meeting of the year tonight, headlined by the Ararat Pre Mix King...
27 February, 2026
Amphitheatre News, Landsborough News
The Boroughs Set for Grand Final Showdown
The stage is set for a thrilling Ararat & District Tennis Association...
Bywater dominates at local event
Stawell’s Travis Bywater won his Grappling cage fight dominantly at the...
Stawell Golf through to grand final
Stawell Golf will fight Chalambar Golf for the Grampians Playing Area...