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Teen to tackle 100km challenge for a water project in Nepal
ARARAT’S Bronson Potter is preparing to push himself to the limit, taking on a 100-kilometre run in 10 hours to raise money for clean water projects in remote Nepal. At just 17
4 August, 2026
General News
Council responds to calls to restore Ararat landmark
ARARAT Rural City Council has been quick to respond to calls for the restoration of an historic fountain, with Mayor...
2 August, 2026
Stonier, Fallen Giants linked to Seppelt sale
PARTIES associated with Stonier Wines and Fallen Giants are understood...
Fire destroys Ararat home
A High Street resident has been left homeless after an early morning...
Carers group reconnects families across the district
CARERS are among the community’s quiet achievers, providing support...
Council & Politics
Marnoo to host Hanson
AS the Ripon electorate heads towards a closely watched state election, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is set to...
2 August, 2026
Push to honour Chinese pioneer
THE naming of a lane running between Banfield Street and George Road is...
Local News
'Goodbye': premier bows out of Labor leadership contest
Ben Carroll is set to become Victoria's 50th premier as Jacinta Allan...
Local News
Ben Carroll crowned Labor leader after caucus stoush
Ben Carroll will be sworn in as Victoria's 50th premier after Jacinta...
Rural & Agriculture
One life lost on farms every six days
ONE person died on an Australian farm roughly every six days last year, according to new figures released as part of...
24 July, 2026
Local News
Help to build a stronger wine industry
THE Federal Government has introduced new legislation to boost...
Local News
Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill
A team of scientists has built Australia's first highly detailed...
Local News
Precautions urged as sixth bird flu case confirmed
AUSTRALIA’S sixth bird flu case has been confirmed as the nation's top...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Local singer embraces country roots with latest release
TRAWALLA local and independent singer-songwriter Stephanie Skidmore, better known by her stage name Steffii, is...
26 July, 2026
ARTS presents awards for Grease
FOLLOWING the successful staging of Grease at the Ararat Town Hall in...
The battle for the Golden Mug is back
THE search is on for the region’s best brew. The Greater Ararat Business...
Model railway exhibition return to Stawell
ONE of the regions largest annual community events has returned to...
Our People
Ararat Lion receives organisation's highest honour
LONG-serving Ararat Lions Club member Jo Richie has been recognised for her outstanding dedication to community...
1 August, 2026
As I Remember - Brad Hunt
BRAD Hunt has had an extraordinary life journey. From attending Stawell...
Colin is officially a BBQ legend
ARARAT District Junior Football Association volunteer Colin Prior has...
Local News
From Around the World to Regional Victoria: How Country Therapy is Creating Connections
Relocating to a new country is a major life change. Along with starting...
Sport
Richardson Medal wide open
This year's Richardson Medal and Jack Antonio Memorial Award vote count and presentation night for the ADJFA will be...
31 July, 2026
Blizzard embracing fresh start ahead of World Cup campaign
Australian bobsleigh Olympian Sarah Blizzard is leaving no stone...
Warriors advance to preliminary final
Last Sunday, in perfect sunny weather for football with little or no...
Demons overcome determined Rats
Ararat produced a spirited performance against Horsham at Horsham City...