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Pictured (back, from left): Mark Dyer (committee), Jill Richardson (race-day coordinator), Bruce McDougall (committee) and Damien Brady (committee). Front: Jade Kennedy (track manager), Penny Penfold (club manager), Richard de Fegely (committee) and Lachlan Rix (committee).

Ararat Gold Cup to showcase club upgrades

The Ararat Turf Club is looking forward to welcoming the community to the Bet365 Ararat Gold Cup today, with racegoers set to enjoy a day of racing, entertainment and the

8 November, 2026

Donna Buxton signs her cardboard double on editor Craig Wilson’s desk after finally visiting The Ararat Advocate for an interview. Unfortunately for Craig, who had spent weeks trying to track her down, he was out of town.

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Ararat Gold Cup to showcase club upgrades

Donna’s here. Has anyone seen Craig?

Construction to commence next week on highway duplication

Another week passes…. but no Donna

Koalas make history with convincing victory

Trains return under Coalition promise

Is Donna coming?

New national parks officially open

The speech pathologist unable to speak

Remembering Zanaiya “Zee” Bergen

Legacy Week supporting local families of veterans

Ella Hooper brings the songs of Linda Ronstadt to Ararat

Bird flu edges closer to the Grampians

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