Latest News
Surge in entries at sheep dog trials
ORGANISERS of the recent Moyston Sheep Dog Trials say it was one of the best events yet with an increase in participants and spectators.
25 March, 2026
General News
Workshop supports early childhood educators
EARLY childhood educators across the region recently came together for the Ararat Best Start Workshop Series, a...
24 March, 2026
Parking changes proposed in Barkly Street
MEMBERS of the community are invited to have a say on proposed changes...
Rail line works to commence
AS part of the Portland to Maroona re-sleepering project, work will...
Halls Gap school set for major bushfire safety upgrades
HALLS Gap Primary School is set to receive significant bushfire safety...
Council & Politics
Council to finalise election “wishlist”
WITH a state election just eight months away, Ararat Rural City Council is gearing up for an intensive advocacy...
22 March, 2026
Liberals rush to finalise Ripon candidate
THE Liberal Party is hoping to have a candidate on the ground soon for...
Urban roads to be sealed
A number of local streets in Ararat township will be upgraded to a...
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...
Rural & Agriculture
AFL’s Rodey Eade has a yarn at Nutrien Ag Solutions
NUTRIEN Ag Solutions welcomed clients and their families last week for a client appreciation night, bringing the...
23 March, 2026
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,...
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
Virtual fencing gets the green light
VICTORIAN cattle producers can now harness cutting-edge technology to...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Easter Egg Hunt fun in Alexandra Gardens
THE East Grampians Health Service Ark Toy and Activity Library’s annual Easter Egg Hunt is on again in the Alexandra...
23 March, 2026
Dance floors erupt at Jailhouse Rock
Dancers packed Ararat Town Hall last weekend as Jailhouse Rock capped...
Barkly Street set to shine
CHROME is gleaming and the engines are rumbling in Barkly Street this...
Barkly Street set to shine
CHROME will gleam, engines will rumble and Barkly Street will become...
Our People
Can anyone beat this?
IT seems to have been a good season for potatoes across the region, but can anyone top the efforts of Elmhurst’s John...
18 March, 2026
Murray to Moyne team raising funds for mammography unit
EAST Grampians Health Service’s Murray to Moyne Cycle Relay team is this...
Interfaith Iftar brings Ararat together during Ramadan
MEMBERS of Ararat’s Islamic community hosted a well attended interfaith...
Ararat celebrates women’s leadership on International Women’s Day
WOMEN from across the Ararat community gathered last week for an...
Sport
SMW Rovers eye rise in 2026
After securing five wins in 2025, the SMW Rovers A-Grade netball side is focused on building consistency and...
20 March, 2026
Ararat News, Great Western News
Netballers impress at State Titles
Four local netballers, Violet Day, Ruby Thomas, Stella Fratin and Bridie...
Local News
SMW Rovers target breakthrough finals berth in 2026
After finishing the 2025 Mininera District Football League season in...
Redbacks U18 girls claim impressive third
The Ararat Redbacks Under-18 girls basketball team, coached by Casanda...