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Look up! Swooping season is here again
AS the weather gets warmer and the days longer, we also start to see the occasional swooping bird.
11 September, 2025
General News
Improved access to Stella Young statue
VISITORS to the Stella Young statue in Stawell’s Cato Park will enjoy an improved experience following the completion...
11 September, 2025
Uncertain future for RSL
THE dedicated Stawell RSL team has put out a call for new for...
New gear could save lives
GENEROUS donations from two local Freemasons groups have helped the...
Sporting facilities to remain lit up
SPORTING facilities in Stawell and St Arnaud will remain lit up...
Council & Politics
Groups to flourish thanks to community grants
NINE groups and not-for-profit organisations have received a share of almost $37,000 in funding through Northern...
13 August, 2025
Big bucks to upgrade road
A significant freight corridor at the top end of Northern Grampians...
Ararat News, Stawell News, Buangor News
Temporary steps taken to improve highway safety
THE horror run of crashes and deaths on the Western Highway has prompted...
Sharing local tips with tourists
NORTHERN Grampians Shire Council has put the call out for locals with a...
Rural & Agriculture
New VNI powerline map unveiled
Controversial new power line plans to be tested at community meetings over the next week.
12 October, 2023
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Sip and support the Grampians
ONE of Australia’s longest-running food and wine festivals, Grampians Grape Escape returns to Halls Gap from May 2–4,...
24 March, 2025
Local News
Flood, fire and flying insects: Essential property protection for Stawell homes
Be prepared for floods, fires, flying insects and more.
Local News
11 tips for making the most of fine dining
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Local News
Why legal representation is necessary in workplace accidents
Safeguard your rights when it comes to workplace accidents.
Our People
Roadshow educates new residents
THE Victorian Law Foundation held a legal information roadshow at Stawell Library on Wednesday for new residents to...
11 September, 2025
Warriors can’t get enough of Muriel’s cakes
A beloved member of the Stawell community was the talk of the town last...
Forging a new path in the male-dominated world of welding
STAWELL Gold Mine employee Bonnie Steer isn’t intimidated by the fact...
Taking beanies to the next level
SEVERAL intricate and fun award-winning works of art by creative local...
Sport
Debutant claims a fairytale win
A new face was thrust into the racing spotlight at Warracknabeal’s Sheep Hills Cup on Saturday after Stawell’s Jade...
10 September, 2025
Grasshoppers produce stunning victory to keep premiership hopes alive
Navarre has rocked the MCDFNL finals bracket by upsetting the...
Double overtime ends Warriors' season
It took double overtime for the Warriors senior footballers to be...
Netballers conclude positive 2025
Despite two grades losing in the semi-finals last weekend, the Navarre...