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Russell Smith belts out a number during Sunday’s Stawell RSL Open Mic, which returned from its winter break to a packed house of enthusiastic music lovers.

Open mic returns with a bang

THE Stawell RSL was rocking recently as musicians from across the region took to the stage for the much-anticipated return of the popular Stawell RSL Open Mic.

4 November, 2026

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Combine's Emmanuel Kuriayan Joseph prepares to release his bowl.

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Combine remains unbeaten after three rounds

Stawell's Kim Preston begins an end for her rink against Aradale.

Stawell Clubs dominate round four

Billy King bowls during his spell for Tatyoon Gold, claiming 2/10 (2).

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Junior cricketers shine in round two

Members of the Stawell Sunflowers ukulele group, from left, Eleanor Reid, Delwyn Johnston, Jenny McKay and Pauline Cowan, who meet every Wednesday afternoon at the Stawell Senior Citizens Centre and are keen to welcome new members.

Little instruments make a mighty sound

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ACTA Junior Team members L to R: Jack Monument, Nate Palubiski, Finn McBurnie.

Monument hits the target with Australian selection

Jillian Gough at work in her Stawell sewing room, surrounded by the colourful threads, intricate embroideries and creative inspiration behind her award-winning needle paintings. With several major competition successes already to her name, Jillian is now turning her attention to her next creation.

Painting with a needle

Smiles were everywhere as excited youngsters took to the skies on the flying swings at Saturday’s Stawell Agricultural Show. Despite gloomy weather forecasts, the worst of the conditions stayed away, allowing families to enjoy a fun-filled day of carnival rides, entertainment and traditional country show attractions at Laidlaw Park.

Stawell Show delivers a day of family fun

Melissa Milosevic and three spooky companions are getting ready to welcome hundreds of trick-or-treaters tonight.

A spooktacular tradition

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Northern Grampians Shire mayor Karen Hyslop is preparing to step down from the top job on November 10 after two years at the helm. Cr Hyslop will continue representing Central Ward.

Hyslop to step down as mayor

Wildcats under-14s finish runners-up - feature photo

Wildcats under-14s finish runners-up

Wildcats Under-12 boys light up Warrnambool - feature photo

Wildcats Under-12 boys light up Warrnambool

Keeya Williams lights up the boards. PHOTO BY CHRIS GRAETZ

Wildcats Under-14 girls show promise

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