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State Government Announces Support for Small Businesses Following Western Victoria Bushfires

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Long shot of a newly-sealed rural road on a bright sunny day with blue sky

Young Street in Ararat Gets New Road Seal

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Sparrows and School Uniforms: How Artist Fernando do Campo Investigates Colonial History and Family

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Register Now for Small Business Workshop in Ararat

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New Gravel Surface Improves Jacksons Creek Road

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Register for March Moyston Water Workshops Now

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Jailhouse Rock Festival Kicks off March 14

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Ararat Shire Hall on a sunny day

Council Seeks Community Feedback on Draft Governance Rules 2025 - 2027

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Popular Life Drawing Classes Return to Ararat Gallery TAMA

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Save the Date for Rural Harmony Day 2025

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Mini Makers Art Club Returns, Invites New Families

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Boost Your Tech Skills: Council’s Digital Literacy Program

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A bright, sunlit street with a woman wearing white pants riding a bicycle riding. She is smiling and looking into the camera

Funding Secured for Major Upgrade of Ararat’s Bike Paths

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New Disability Drop-Off Zone for Ararat’s Barkly Street Precinct

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Maude Street Footpath Upgrade Project Complete

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