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Firefighters leapt into action to contain a fire in a hedge near a Queen Street home late on Friday night, as crowds who had just left Ararat’s Carols by Candlelight watched on.

Fire cause remains unclear following fireworks

A small but highly visible fire that broke out just minutes after Ararat’s Carols by Candlelight fireworks display has been officially deemed “underdetermined”, leaving locals none

19 December, 2025

Nadya Miller (left) and Kristy Miller (right) with Rebecca Hardy, the inaugural winner of the Jill Miller award.

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New era for Bakers Delight

The 100km/h speed signs were still in place on Wednesday just outside Moyston.

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Speed change angers motorists

Bulk billing has been welcomed at the Ararat Medical Centre. Pictured are Dr Prasad Fonseka, Dr Faraz Ahmad, Emma Stuchbery, Vicki Brewster, Michelle Pitcher, Member for Ripon Martha Haylett and Dr Chee Sheng Wong.

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Imy Pinniger and Sarah Holland at the awards night.

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Ararat apprentice named finalist in state training awards

Sarah Hamilton at Zest Living is encouraging the gift of giving this festive season.

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General News

Fire cause remains unclear following fireworks

New award honours founding CEO

Community Bank support a ‘game changer’ for Lake Bolac Golf

Local businesses on alert for counterfeit cash

Doors open at Maroona Hotel

Grant to help deliver food relief across Ararat district

Service to mark Bondi tragedy

Finding His Place: How Country Therapy Helped Joshua Turn Support Into a Career

New era for Bakers Delight

Speed change angers motorists

Bulk Bill Bonus

Ararat apprentice named finalist in state training awards

Reverse Advent Calendar supports local families

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