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2026 Australia Day Ceremony: Council invites you to join us to celebrate and honour local achievements at our annual Australia Day ceremony at Alexandra Oval Community Centre on Monday 26 January. Community BBQ starts at 9am, followed by a 10am award presentation.

Community Organisations Directory
Filipino Australian Community of Ararat Inc (FACoA,Inc)

Great social atmosphere and excellent community support.

Email[email protected]

Click here to view the Filipino Australian Community's Facebook page. 

Friends of J Ward

J Ward is 2.5 hours from Melbourne, close to the Grampians and open daily for tours by passionate Friends of J Ward volunteers. More than 10,000 people visit each year.

Tours run at 10am and 1pm each day with extra tours at 11am and 2pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Victorian public and school holidays (except Christmas Day).

Address: 1 Girdlestone Street, Ararat
Contact: Sandra Ferguson - Secretary
Phone: 0400 977 575
Email: [email protected]

Click here to view the Friends of J Ward website

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