Major kerb and channel works on Willaura’s Walkerville and Wileman Streets are complete, with the final spray seal applied to road surfaces late last week.The project now moves into its post-construction, site monitoring stage.The 600 metres of new kerb and channel addresses issues of poor drainage impacting abutting properties, particularly along Wileman Street. Council collaborated closely with GWM water during the project to facilitate the renewal of aged water mains throughout the works area, ensuring the ongoing reliability of water supply to residents along both streets.The works are complemented by new footpaths, which were constructed in late 2024 within the same sections of the roads.“We’re very focused on maintaining the municipality’s drainage network through kerb and channel works,” says Ararat Rural City Council Mayor, Cr Jo Armstrong.

Ararat Rural City's outdoor pools are proving to be a popular attraction this summer, drawing crowds from all corners of the municipality.With consecutive sunny days and warm temperatures, residen…

Local five-month-old Border Collie cross Kelpie pup, Hunny, has graduated from Ararat training facility Annie’s Dogs, bringing another four paws into the community’s therapy dog force.While Hunny’s br…

Ararat Rural City Council, Grampians Wimmera Mallee (GWM) Water, Phil the Bucket and residents of Elmhurst celebrated the official connection of drinking water to the community’s taps on Wednesday.At …

Ararat Rural City Council has continued to build on its commitment to improving the municipality’s infrastructure, with the completion of another key infrastructure project.Works to the footpaths alon…

Ararat Rural City celebrated Australia Day last Sunday, with multiple events held across the municipality. The 2025 Australia Day Awards, an annual event which recognising the achievements of outstand…

Ararat Rural City Council would like to advise the community that an upcoming initiative aimed at engaging residents in comprehensive feedback will soon commence. The Community Satisfaction Survey is …