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Council & Politics

One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson with successful candidate David Farley last night. Photo by AAP.

One Nation eyes Lowan and Ripon

Emboldened by securing its first lower-house election victory in Farrer, One Nation figureheads have signalled more seats could fall. One Nation has warned it is coming for more

10 May, 2026

Former Ripon MP Louise Staley hopes to be selected for the number two spot on the Liberals ticket for Western Victoria.

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Liberals rush to finalise Ripon candidate

Victorian Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos said newly-introduced council rate reforms were designed to ensure people were treated with dignity when circumstances changed.

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New rules aim to ease rate pressure

Upper house MP Joe McCracken will not contest his seat at this year's election.

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MP calls it quits

Andrew Kilmartin suddenly withdrew as the Liberal candidate for Ripon days before Christmas.

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Libs in limbo

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Liberal candidate Andrew Kilmartin.

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Liberals select Ripon candidate

Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster hopes the Coalition's decision to back away from netz zero emission targets is a step towards achieving tangible results for local residents.

Avoca News, Stawell News

Mallee MP pleased with net zero decision

Northern Grampians Shire Mayor, Karen Hyslop is encouraging all local residents to get behind Walks Against Family Violence, which will be held in Stawell and St Arnaud.

Stawell News

Campaigning for an end to family violence

Ballarat Councillor Samantha McIntosh is seen as the frontrunner for Liberal preselection.

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Liberals in six-way fight for Ripon

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Northern Grampians Shire Councillors meet on Monday night to decide who will lead council for the next 12 months.

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Hyslop likely to continue as Mayor

Northern Grampians Shire Council has welcomed extra financial assistance to crack down on and clean up illegal dumping of rubbish.

Stawell News

Illegal dumping funds welcomed by council

Tiger was located wandering in Stawell on September 23, and isn't microchipped so her owners can't be contacted. If Tiger belongs to you, call the Northern Grampians Shire Council Community Safety Team on 5358 9096.

Stawell News

Wandering dogs remain a concern

Ligar Street in the spotlight - feature photo

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Ligar Street in the spotlight

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