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  • Mood for change says Greens candidate

    THE Greens Candidate for Wannon says there is a mood for change across the electorate, with people tired of the Morrison Government and lack of progress on important issues.

    Hilary McAllister has been travelling the length and breadth of the 33,595 square kilometre electorate, talking to residents about the issues important to them.

    Speaking in Ararat on Wednesday, Ms McAllister was realistic about her chances of winning the seat, but said she’s determined to lift the primary vote of the Greens after a swing in 2019.

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  • Road sealing shapes up

    ENHANCEMENT works on Darlignton-Nerrin Road from a single lane to double lane road are now complete, giving motorist a smoother and safer journey.

    This is of the many capital works upgrades being delivered by Council, with $738,243 provided from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

    Ararat Rural City Council, Tim Harrison, said having a solid road network is paramount to the movement of critical product from the region.

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  • Have a say on trees

    ARARAT residents are being urged to have a say on the benefits of street trees through an upcoming seminar and online survey.

    Ararat Landcare Group is inviting members of the public to a free seminar on Tuesday March 1st to hear about and discuss the benefits and future of trees, both in backyards and in local streets.

    The seminar will feature two prominent speakers – former TV weatherman Rob Gell and horticulturalist and educator Doctor Greg Moore.

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  • One Red Tree puts mental health in the spotlight

    A desperate need for mental health support in Ararat and Stawell is behind an inspiring new initiative to help vulnerable people in the community.

    The One Red Tree Resource Centre is a not-for-profit initiative that aims to provide high quality mental health services and training, based in Ararat.

    The One Red Tree Resource Centre is the brainchild of local clinical psychologist Carly McKinnis and education leader Tammie Meehan, and will initially place a trained psychologist in five local schools for two days a week.

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  • Heifer sale benefits Willaura Health Care

    THE Willaura Health Care Auxiliary is a regular caterer at the annual Mount William Charolais cattle sale but this year also benefited through the generous donation of the sale of a heifer.

    Principal of Mount William Charolais Rob Abbott and family donated $3750 to the Auxiliary through the sale of the heifer, continuing the long term support by the Abbott family of East Grampians Health Service and Willaura Health Care.

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  • Neighbourhood House helping locals apply for power saving bonus

    ARARAT Neighbourhood House is currently aiding residents to complete their power saving bonus applications.
    The $250 Power Saving Bonus is a one-off payment that helps alleviate some of the stress that vulnerable Victorian households may experience when paying their power bill. The Victorian Government has partnered with a range of organisations, including Ararat Neighbourhood House.
    Initially slated to end on January 31, 2022, the program has now been extended it until the end of June.

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  • Carnival returns to Ararat

    FOLLOWING last year’s success, Ararat families will again be able to enjoy a family carnival later this month. The carnival will be at a new venue – Kokoda Public Reserve – and will offer a fun, safe event for people of all ages. Running from the 18th to the 20th of February, the carnival will […]

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  • Iconic rock band to shake Ararat

    ARARAT seniors will be able to enjoy an afternoon of rock-n-roll next month, as one of Australia’s most iconic ’70s rock bands Spectrum will visit Ararat Town Hall on March 9th. As part of the Victorian Seniors Festival, singer-songwriter Mike Rudd and lead guitarist Brenden Mason of Madder Lake will join for a long-overdue tour […]

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