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Why saying hello still matters in a small town
IN an increasingly connected world, loneliness remains a growing concern, particularly in regional communities. A World Health Organisation study released in 2025 examined social
19 February, 2026
General News
Maroona to Portland rail upgrade on track
A major milestone has been reached to support the delivery of the Maroona to Portland Re-sleepering project with the...
18 February, 2026
Bins, wildlife and short-stay rentals put pressure on Halls Gap’s image
THE sight of wheelie bins tipped over on kerbsides, rubbish scattered by...
Pesto from Muster Dogs to headline 2026 Moyston Sheep Dog Trials
DOG lovers, farming families, and visitors from near and far to mark...
More starving/diseased animals seized from local property
RSPCA Victoria Inspectors have seized a total of 13 horses and 24 cats...
Council & Politics
Buangor Ben-Nevis bridge works reach construction milestone
PILING works on the new Buangor Ben-Nevis Road bridge are now complete, with construction of the bridge abutments...
16 February, 2026
Tehan resigns from front bench, runs for deputy
THE Member for Wannon Dan Tehan is one on many Liberals who resigned...
Businesses benefit from Facade Grant support
ARARAT Rural City Council has supported local business We're Knot Crazy...
Ararat News, Beaufort News, Avoca News
Staley seeks Liberal comeback
ARARAT resident and former MP Louise Staley is attempting a political...
Rural & Agriculture
More water for local farmers
CONTSRUCTION has commenced on the Mininera Rural Pipeline Project, delivering a secure water supply to 199 district...
6 February, 2026
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
Virtual fencing gets the green light
VICTORIAN cattle producers can now harness cutting-edge technology to...
Ararat News, Avoca News, Beaufort News, Stawell News
Start of harvest brings fire warning
THE harvesting season has begun and is prompting warnings from CFA to...
Lyons amazing world record
MARNOO is the place where an impressive world record was met by a female...
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Anh Do brings The Happiest Refugee to Stawell
ANH Do is coming to Stawell, and if his schedule is anything to go by, he is doing so at the height of a career that...
16 February, 2026
Big splash at Avoca Pool tomorrow
BELGRAVIA Leisure is inviting the Avoca and surrounding community to...
Musicians strike a chord
THE Ararat Senior Citizens Club was alive with music last Sunday,...
Laneway art brings local landscapes to life
ANNE-Marie Randall’s landscape paintings have transformed the...
Our People
A love letter in colour: Lesley Hunter’s ‘Wild Birds’ at Art Trax
On a warm Sunday afternoon in Beaufort’s old railway station, visitors drifted through Art Trax with the easy pace of...
18 February, 2026
Young leaders recognised at Stawell Secondary College assembly
STUDENTS at Stawell Secondary College were recognised for stepping into...
Holding Halls Gap together after the fires
NICKI Van Veen was overseas when Northern Grampians Shire’s Australia...
Murph marks 38 years of service
38 years with the same employer is a long time. But Beaufort’s Shayne...
Sport
Local clubs recognised at Sports Star of the Year awards
Last Friday, the Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly celebrated the 40th anniversary of its Sports Star of the Year...
18 February, 2026
Dunmore signs with Seahawks
Ararat basketballer Zac Dunmore has signed for the North Gold Coast...
Clean sweep for Beaufort Cricket Club
Beaufort Cricket Club enjoyed a dominant weekend, with all three teams...
Local News
St Arnaud swimmers shine in Ararat
Last Saturday, Ararat hosted a round of the Wimmera District 12...