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Swans and Tigers to renew rivalry in semi-final
Natte Bealiba and Lexton will renew their rivalry for a place in the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League preliminary finals when they face off at Carisbrook on
29 August, 2025
General News
Great morning for a ride
SUPERB weather conditions last Wednesday made for a perfect morning at Stawell Pony Club for the team from Stawell’s...
27 August, 2025
Local News
Winds swirl at Tatyoon meeting
RESIDENTS of Tatyoon and Ballyrogan gathered again last week to continue...
Community comes together in Beaufort
WITH the adversity of drought, levies and so much in recent times, the...
Stawell residents are off to the pictures
GRAMPIANS Health Care Community residents at Stawell are making regular...
Council & Politics
Council to commence talks around managing old school site
PYRENEES Shire Council has agreed to start talks with the Victorian Government on taking over the Old Beaufort...
25 August, 2025
Local News
Farmer’s windfarm warning
ROKEWOOD woolgrower Russell Coad spoke out at a National Party community...
New cabins bring visitation to Beaufort
THE first stage of the redevelopment of Beaufort Lake Caravan Park...
Government funds worker housing
ARARAT’s worker housing shortage is about to get some welcome relief...
Rural & Agriculture
Are You Frog Friendly?
A free presentation entitled “Frogs of the Region” was recently hosted by the Beyond Bolac Catchment Action Group at...
23 July, 2025
Local News
Ararat hay convoys to SA deliver 2000 bales to drought-stricken farmers
Nearly 60 trucks are delivering more than 2000 bales.
Local News
Tender awarded: East Grampians Rural Pipeline stage two to begin late 2024
Mitchell Water Wins Tender for East Grampians Pipeline Stage Two
Local News
New VNI powerline map unveiled
Controversial new power line plans to be tested at community meetings...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Artisan showcase
LOVERS of local arts and crafts are being called to mark their calendars for a weekend of creativity.
23 July, 2025
Sip and support the Grampians
ONE of Australia’s longest-running food and wine festivals, Grampians...
Local News
Flood, fire and flying insects: Essential property protection for Stawell homes
Be prepared for floods, fires, flying insects and more.
Local News
Managing deceased estate clean-ups in inner city suburbs
This guide will help you manage a deceased estate clean-up.
Our People
Warriors can’t get enough of Muriel’s cakes
A beloved member of the Stawell community was the talk of the town last week after her famous sponge cakes sparked a...
26 August, 2025
After 50 years, Stuart plans to call it a day
STUART Kerr is about to wind up his remarkable tenure at East Grampians...
Final Chapter
AFTER 35 years behind the counter, long-time Beaufort...
Forging a new path in the male-dominated world of welding
STAWELL Gold Mine employee Bonnie Steer isn’t intimidated by the fact...
Sport
Williamson re-signs to coach Ararat in 2026
Tom Williamson has signed on to coach his third season at Ararat in 2026, but this time, he will be taking the reins...
28 August, 2025
Local News
Grasshoppers dominate Eagles
After missing out on finals in 2024, Navarre made a successful return to...
Eagles too strong for Warriors
The Warrack Eagles A-Grade netballers defeated the Stawell Warriors by...
Eagles and Hawks Swoop into Week Two
Last weekend, the Ararat Eagles and Tatyoon Hawks progressed to round...