The Pyrenees Advocate

11/01/2026

RESIDENTS living in Old Shirley Road in Beaufort have welcomed the commencement of work on the level crossing.Last year, the Federal and State Governments unveiled plans to upgrade two level crossings in Pyrenees Shire to improve the safety of motorists and passengers.The upgrades are part of a $54 million package at 32 high-priority crossings.

RESIDENTS living in Old Shirley Road in Beaufort have welcomed the commencement of work on the level crossing. Last year, the Federal and State Governments unveiled plans to upgrade two level crossings in Pyrenees Shire to improve the safety of motorists and passengers. The upgrades are part of a...

10/01/2026

AMPHITHEATRE Primary School has been listed amongst one of the most in need of maintenance in Western Victoria.

09/01/2026

Government declares a state of disaster in Pyrenees Shire

Premier Jacinta Allan has declared a State of Disaster for 18 Local Government Areas and one Alpine Resort following advice from the Minister for Emergency Services and the Emergency Management Commissioner.
The Premier is satisfied there is an emergency that constitutes, or is likely to constitute, a significant and widespread danger to life or property in the following part of Victoria:
Alpine Shire
Ararat Rural City
Colac Otway Shire
Corangamite Shire
East Gippsland Shire
Golden Plains Shire
Greater Bendigo City
Horsham Rural City
Lake Mountain Alpine Resort (Unincorporated)
Mansfield Shire
Mildura Rural City
Mitchell Shire
Moira Shire
Mount Alexander Shire
Murrindindi Shire
Pyrenees Shire
Strathbogie Shire
Towong Shire
Wellington Shire
A State of Disaster:
May be declared to exist in the whole, or parts, of Victoria
Exists immediately upon the making of the declaration and remains in force for seven days (unless another declaration is made)
Can be revoked or varied by the Premier at any time.
The declaration gives the Government, through the Minister for Emergency Services, the powers and resources it needs to keep Victorians safe. Examples of the Minister’s broad power to direct and allocate government resources include:
Directing any government agency to do, or refrain from doing, any function, power, duty, or responsibility
Declaring that the operation of an Act or subordinate instrument is suspended, if compliance by a government agency with that legislation would inhibit response to or recovery from the disaster
Take possession and make use of any person’s property to respond to the disaster
Controlling movement in and out of the disaster area and
Compelling the evacuation of persons from the disaster area or any part of it.

09/01/2026

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09/01/2026

Beaufort Bulls have finals in their sight and eye victory against bottom-of-the-table Clunes when the Maryborough and District Cricket Association’s two-day format begins tomorrow.

09/01/2026

Emergency Warning - Fire - Evacuate ImmediatelyIssued For:Carranballac, Skipton, Streatham, Vite Vite NorthIncident Location:Yalla-Y-Poora Rd, StreathamThis Emergency Warning to Evacuate Immediately is being issued for Carranballac, Skipton, Streatham, Vite Vite North. It is strongly recommended that you evacuate immediately. There is a grassfire at Yalla-Y-Poora Rd, Streatham that is not yet under control. The grassfire is travelling from Carranballac Recreation Reserve in an easterly direction towards Skipton. The fire is expected to impact Skipton at 4:30pm.This Emergency Warning replaces the Emergency Warning issued at 2:40 pm. If you are located in Carranballac, Skipton or Vite Vite North, it is strongly recommended you evacuate immediately and move to a safer location away from the fire.What you should do: Evacuate immediately: When you leave remember to take your pets, medications, mobile phone and charger. If you are away from home, do not return. If you choose to stay, emergency services may not be able to help you. Travel to a safer location. Options include: The home of family or friends away from the warning area. If you are located in Carranballac, Vite Vite North & Skipton, you should leave using the Glenelg Hwy towards Skipton, then north to Beaufort via Skipton Rd. In the car: If you are travelling, do not enter the area. Make a u-turn and travel to safety. Slow down and turn on your headlights. Smoke will make it difficult to see. If you are unable to leave shelter indoors: Close all exterior doors, windows and vents. Turn off cooling systems. Shelter in a room that has two exits, such as a door or a window, including one directly to the outside. It is critical to keep an eye on what is happening with the fire.The following roads are closed: Glenelg Hwy between Streatham & SkiptonBeaufort-Carranballac RdEurambeen-Streatham Rd. .

Emergency Warning - Fire - Evacuate Immediately Issued For: Carranballac, Skipton, Streatham, Vite Vite North Incident Location: Yalla-Y-Poora Rd, Streatham This Emergency Warning to Evacuate Immediately is being issued for Carranballac, Skipton, Streatham, Vite Vite North. It is strongly...

09/01/2026

THERE are calls for big improvements to the way local residents are informed about issues at Langi Kal Kal prison after an escaped prisoner attacked and threatened to kill a farm worker last Friday.Locals in the areas around the prison near Beaufort say they were not alerted that two prisoners had escaped on Friday night.Information surrounding the escape trickled through the community via CFA members who were the only ones alerted.The farm worker, who was driving a header, was left shaken after one of the escapees climbed on his tractor and threatened to kill him.

THERE are calls for big improvements to the way local residents are informed about issues at Langi Kal Kal prison after an escaped prisoner attacked and threatened to kill a farm worker last Friday. Locals in the areas around the prison near Beaufort say they were not alerted that two prisoners...

08/01/2026

FREE TO READ: FIRE brigades from across the district are bracing themselves with today’s weather conditions predicted to have all the ingredients for one of the most dangerous fire days in recent memory.With predictions of soaring heat, strong winds and bone-dry vegetation, volunteers will be on standby in case fires break out.Fire authorities have declared today a Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating for the Wimmera, Northern Country and North Central districts — including all of Ararat Rural City, Northern Grampians Shire and Pyrenees Shire.They warn that if a fire starts and takes hold, lives and homes are at risk.

FIRE brigades from across the district are bracing themselves with today’s weather conditions predicted to have all the ingredients for one of the most dangerous fire days in recent memory. With predictions of soaring heat, strong winds and bone-dry vegetation, volunteers will be on standby in...

08/01/2026

Avoca will look to remain unbeaten in the Maryborough and District Cricket Association A-Reserve season tomorrow, hosting Carisbrook at Avoca Recreation Reserve.

08/01/2026

Avoca’s Glen Cosgriff is having a standout season with the ball, picking up 16 wickets with a stellar average of 7.13, which includes two four-wicket hauls, including best career figures of 4/11.

07/01/2026

After beginning his cricketing journey at Beaufort and spending a decade with Mt Clear, Brandon Walsh’s return to the Bulls this season has been nothing short of influential.

07/01/2026

A fire threatening communities around Redbank, Natte Yallock and Moyreisk is under control.The CFA advises people located within Moyreisk, Natte Yallock, Redbank are now able to resume normal activities.A number of local roads remain closed including;Sunraysia Highway between Maryborough and St Arnaud Road and Dunnolly Road. Maryborough-St Arnaud Road between Moonambel-Natte Yallock Road and the Sunraysia HighwayEmergency services will remain in the area.Smoke may be visible from nearby communities and roads.

A fire threatening communities around Redbank, Natte Yallock and Moyreisk is under control. The CFA advises people located within Moyreisk, Natte Yallock, Redbank are now able to resume normal activities. A number of local roads remain closed including; Sunraysia Highway between Maryborough and...