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Break-in rocks sports clubs
A troubling trend of criminal activity continues to plague Avoca with several sporting clubs the latest target for thieves.
3 June, 2025
General News
Railway history remembered in new signage
A railway history project transpiring three municipalities was officially launched last weekend.
3 June, 2025
One million hours behind the wheel
The L2P Program has officially hit a major milestone, clocking up one...
Shifting expectations in a changing workforce
With the unemployment rate holding steady at 4.1 per cent, a figure...
Storms, rescues and volunteers
WITH Wear Orange Wednesday on May 21st this year, The Advocate sat down...
Council & Politics
The Nationals go it alone
MEMBER for Mallee Dr Anne Webster said this week’s decision to end the coalition agreement between the Nationals and...
28 May, 2025
Local News
Mayor appointed to advisory panel
Northern Grampians Shire Mayor Karen Hyslop has been appointed a...
Local News
Is this the toughest gig in politics?
Labor candidate Greg Olsen was in Stawell this week handing out how to...
Local News
Early voting begins
Early voting is underway in ARARAT as voters decide who’ll represent us...
Rural & Agriculture
Ararat hay convoys to SA deliver 2000 bales to drought-stricken farmers
Nearly 60 trucks are delivering more than 2000 bales.
7 November, 2024
Local News
Tender awarded: East Grampians Rural Pipeline stage two to begin late 2024
Mitchell Water Wins Tender for East Grampians Pipeline Stage Two
Local News
New VNI powerline map unveiled
Controversial new power line plans to be tested at community meetings...
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
Managing deceased estate clean-ups in inner city suburbs
This guide will help you manage a deceased estate clean-up.
Local News
11 tips for making the most of fine dining
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Our People
Ararat comes together to celebrate Harmony Day
Ararat’s Harmony Day celebration exceeded all expectations last Saturday with over 200 people attending the event.
31 March, 2025
Women play leading role at local brigade
THE recent celebration of International Women’s Day was a perfect time...
A lifetime of giving back
FOR Avoca’s Bill Drummond, sport is more than just a game, it’s a...
Local News
‘Give and take’ the key for Stawell couple celebrating 60 years of marriage
A case of mistaken identity provided the scene for a Stawell couple who...
Sport
Warriors take positives from loss
The Stawell Warriors A-grade netballers took positives from their 10-goal loss to the Nhill Tigers at Davis Park in...
23 May, 2025
Rats netballers buzzing with excitement
Netball is buzzing at Alexandra Oval with the Rats A-graders winning...
Tigers overpower Warriors
The Stawell Warriors senior football team suffered a 27-point loss to...
Baggies lose thriller to Southern Roos
A two-goal to zero final quarter saw Harrow Balmoral win their 41st...