Council will host family-friendly events on 26 January, giving our community the chance to enjoy Australia Day through a variety of free activities and entertainment. Check out what's on this Australia Day in Ararat Rural City here: ararat.vic.gov.au/australia-day-…

Deputy Mayor Cr Bob Sanders and Australia Day Ambassador Doug Christie presented four residents with an Australia Day Award in acknowledgment of their exceptional contribution to our community. Read more here: ararat.vic.gov.au/news/ararat-ru…

📢 Job alert! Help showcase Ararat Rural City's arts, culture and tourism industries as a Visitor Experience Officer. To apply, visit the 'Careers' page on Council’s website: ararat.vic.gov.au/employment

Have a say on trees! Council has partnered with the Ararat Landcare Group to deliver a free Urban Tree Seminar on Tuesday, 1 March to discuss the benefits of trees, both in backyards and in our streets. Register for the event here: ararattownhall.com.au/event/urban-tr…

⚠️ A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING has been issued for HEAVY RAINFALL that may lead to FLASH FLOODING for storms over northern and central parts of Victoria. #VicWeather See the latest warning details at: ow.ly/6beh50I6tYc

Calling all employers! We're hosting a workforce attraction forum at Alexandra Oval Community Centre this Friday, 18 March. It's a great opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to hear up-to-date advice on pathways to new attract workers.

Calling all parents and carers in Ararat Rural City! We want to hear about your experiences with childcare services in the municipality. Please take a few moments to share your feedback with Council via engage.ararat.vic.gov.au/childcare-serv…

Last chance to have your say! Submissions on the proposed Neighbourhood Amenity Local Law 2022 close tomorrow (20 April 2022) at 5pm. Share your feedback via the Engage Ararat Platform 👉🏻 engage.ararat.vic.gov.au/local-law-2022

Anzac Day events will be held across Ararat Rural City on Monday, 25 April, giving residents the opportunity to come together to honour and remember the fallen. More details can be found on our website: ararat.vic.gov.au/news/ararat-ru…

Next week, Council will be running a series of face-to-face and online Community Information Sessions on the draft Budget 2022-23. We encourage everyone to have their say and attend one of our sessions. Find out more on engage.ararat.vic.gov.au/draft-budget-2…

This week Council officially welcomed 16 new Australian citizens to Ararat Rural City!

⚠️A Severe Weather Warning has been issued for damaging winds covering parts of central and western Victoria. Winds are expected to strengthen from the west during Tuesday afternoon and evening, potentially reaching up to 100 km/h over elevated areas. bom.gov.au/vic/warnings/

The 2022 Ararat Wind Farm Sustainable Grants Program has opened for applications! For more information visit our website via ararat.vic.gov.au/services/grant…

Victoria has over 400 Fire Danger Rating signs. From today, we're introducing a new system which encourages people to act according to the bushfire risk. The new system is more accurate, less complicated and condenses the ratings to just four levels: emergency.vic.gov.au/prepare/?fbcli…

🔴Weather Impacted Roads – Pyrenees Highway 🔴 The Pyrenees Highway in Eversley currently has high levels of stormwater - please take caution when crossing any stormwater on roadways. Victoria Police are on site now and managing traffic.

With heavy rainfall and flooding impacting parts of the state today, it's important that you know your flood risk. Find your local flood guide: ses.vic.gov.au/plan-and-stay-…

Council is hosting a series of Flood Recovery Community meetings on Friday 18th November, to gain valuable insights into impacted farmers across the region. Come along to an informal meeting to ask questions and seek support from agencies like Ag Victoria and Emergency Recovery.

Before you fire up the barbecue, make sure you know what you can and can't do during the Fire Danger Period. Visit cfa.vic.gov.au/warnings-restr…

Have you registered for our Digital Farm Tech Field Days? ararat.vic.gov.au/events/digital…

Businesses affected by Victorian floods can access immediate support, information, and 1:1 business relief advice to help with recovery. Register online: business.vic.gov.au/reliefservice