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Sleepers arriving by train ahead of the upgrade of the Maroona to Portland line.

First concrete sleepers arrive for rail upgrade

THE first concrete sleepers have arrived along the Maroona–Portland rail line, marking a major milestone in the $166 million upgrade of the key freight route.

5 October, 2026

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After completing a two-day training session, Willaura CFA Brigade Lieutenants Adam Gellert, Matias Fuentes, Josh Price and Drew Macrae are now qualified to use breathing apparatus equipment as part of their fire fighting efforts.

CFA members train to save lives

Legacy volunteers Jenny Hurnall and Christine Doak were busy selling Legacy merchandise yesterday outside Woolworths.

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Legacy Week supporting local families of veterans

Tatyoon's Archie Conboy launches a bomb inside fifty. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Mininera District Football League - Week 2 Finals Wrap

Tatyoon's Jesse Ward lays a strong tackle. PHOTO: Jodie Welsh / WD News

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Mininera District Football League - Week 1 Finals Wrap

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The team behind the five star ratings awarded to EGHS aged care facilities. Pictured are EGHS Director of Clinical Services Rebecca Peters, Garden View Court Manager Natalie Wohlers, Willaura Health Service Manager Liz Atkinson and 70 Lowe Street Manager Chris Jordan.

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Gold standard

Tatyoon's Alice Astbury has been one of the standout players in the competition in 2026.

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Hawks march into finals unbeaten

Reserves: Wickliffe Lake Bolac Magpie Logan King clears the ball from defence. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Magpies swoop on Ararat

Chevy Elliott goes long for the Ararat Eagles as they push forward against the Pumas at Alexandra Oval. PHOTO BY HENRY DALKIN

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Eagles surge clear to tame Pumas

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Eagle Ruby Evans passes to Jamielee Bennett. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Eagles too powerful for young Pumas

Lion Monique Dowling sends a pass down the court. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Lions roar past Bulldogs

Tatyoon Hawks' Lachie McGrath takes a spectacular one handed mark in the first quarter during their Mininera District Netball League round 13 match against Moyston Willaura at Tatyoon Recreation Reserve last Saturday. He then slotted the first of his two goals for the match. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Hawks soar over Pumas

Puma Maevie Price catches a strong pass under heavy pressure from Amelia Rundle. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

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Hawks remain unbeaten as finals race heats up

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