This page was last updated Thursday, 9 December 2021.
East Grampians Health Service is working in partnership with Ararat Rural City Council to offer care for individuals and families who are affected by the current COVID-19 situation in Ararat.
Any individual or family who needs access to food packages or further logistical support, or is unsure where to turn to, is urged to call 5355 0980 and Ararat Rural City Council staff will assist.
If you require financial assistance, there may be help available. For further information and how to apply, please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au
You can also keep up to date with the latest COVID-19 information via www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au or call the Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398. The Victorian State Government Coronavirus website also provides translated information for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, health professionals and industry.
Contact East Grampians Health Service on 5352 9363 to arrange an appointment.
Ararat Community Relief Centre
Ararat Rural City Council has established the Ararat Community Relief Centre to help residents if they have questions, concerns or needs during COVID-19 restrictions. The Centre is not a physical location to visit, but a telephone number you can call for help and advice - 5355 0980.
COVID-19 Financial Hardship Guidelines and Application Form
To download a copy of Ararat Rural City Council's COVID-19 financial hardship guidelines and application form, see the bottom of the page
Any businesses who have concerns about how they will reopen are welcome to contact the business support staff at the Ararat Rural City Council, who can help with a range of concerns, such as:
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Facilitating business to business relationships
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Business advice on how to reopen safely
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Assist with lodging applications for permits, such as outdoor dining and liquor licencing
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Costs of permits and liquor licencing will be waivered during this time, and we are working to help this transition be as smooth as possible for all local businesses.
Ararat Rural City Council would like to thank all businesses in the region for their resilience and we want to extend our help as far as we can. Further details on how Council can help are available through the COVID-19 Business Support Page
Businesses who would like assistance are welcome to contact our staff:
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Phillippa Cairns on 5355 0241 or [email protected]
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Tim McDougall on 5355 0264 or [email protected]
Ararat Rural City Council thanks the community for its support in adhering to safety measures as we continue to navigate through these uncertain times. There are no Council services currently impacted by restrictions at this time.
Council services operate in line with the Victorian Government's CovidSafe guidelines, this includes being double vaccinated and checking-in via the QR code on the Service Victoria app.
An exception to this rule is the Customer Service desk at the Municipal Offices, which can be accessed by any person during opening hours in line with the Open Premises Directions.