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Bulk billing has been welcomed at the Ararat Medical Centre. Pictured are Dr Prasad Fonseka, Dr Faraz Ahmad, Emma Stuchbery, Vicki Brewster, Michelle Pitcher, Member for Ripon Martha Haylett and Dr Chee Sheng Wong.

Bulk Bill Bonus

ARARAT patients are set to benefit from a Federal Government initiative which will see all appointments at the Ararat Medical Centre bulk-billed. The Albanese Government introduced

13 December, 2025

People took to the streets of Stawell on Wednesday in a strong demonstration against family violence. The Walk Against Family Violence is part of the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, a campaign that runs from November 25 to December 10, encouraging communities to take action to end violence against women and children. Photos by Henry Dalkin.

Stawell News

Pyrenees residents stand against violence

Daniel Buckingham along with Warrak kids, Riley, Finn, Lily and Georgia hope to have a playground return to the Recreation Reserve.

Local News

New venture to rebuild Warrak playground

Neil Supple and his daughter Sheree with their ‘Flying Truck” which aims to raise funds for cancer research.

Local News

‘Flying Truck’ draws attention and supports cancer research

Ararat Police members Constable Emily Heyward (left) and Constable Corey Wilmott share their colleague, Sergeant Shane Allgood's concerns around e-scooter safety.

Ararat News

E-scooters aren’t Allgood in Barkly Street

Apex Beaufort are working on a new retreat at Beaufort Lake for those going though cancer.

Beaufort News

Bush retreat to support families facing cancer

Central Park's netball court redevelopment commenced last week.

Stawell News

Redevelopment commences at Central Park

East Grampians Health Service CEO Nick Bush, Oncology Unit Associate Nurse Unit Manager Leesa McInnes, RSL representatives Jenni Jacobi, Will Cairnes and Margaret Kelly, Manager Inpatient Unit and Oncology Kate Pitcher and Director of Clinical Services Bec Peters at the recent cheque handover at Ararat Hospital. Photo by Craig Wilson.

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Bulk Bill Bonus

Stawell stands against domestic violence

Sasha leads the class

Ararat apprentice named finalist in state training awards

Reverse Advent Calendar supports local families

Parking shortage sparks council frustration