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Crime divide widens across the Wimmera
New data show significant differences across the Wimmera, with Horsham and Northern Grampians municipalities recording higher offence rates than neighbouring shires.
2 October, 2026
General News
A ‘tree of life’ takes root at community garden
RECYCLED farm materials have been transformed into a striking “tree of life” at Warracknabeal’s community garden,...
2 October, 2026
Local News
Lighting the fire
The Rainbow community is well known for its creativity, with its own art...
Local News
Flashback: September 26, 1996
A large group of enthusiastic stargazers gathered at Hopetoun Air Strip...
Local News
Berry carries Wimmera values to AFL glory
You can take the boy out of the country, but you can't take the country...
Council
Council seeks help with planning impasse
THE Horsham Rural City Council’s work to update the municipal planning scheme continues. At the August 24 meeting,...
28 August, 2026
Local News
No active data centre applications, mayor confirms
Could a data centre be coming to Horsham? The council says there are...
Local News
Community feedback invited on retirement units
Residents are encouraged to provide input on the future of the Woomelang...
Local News
HRCC backs sports funding bid for Natimuk, Laharum and Horsham
THE Horsham Rural City Council has endorsed two significant funding...
Rural
Wimmera Mallee News shines at awards
THE Wimmera Mail-Times was among the commended entries at the 60th Rural Press Club of Victoria’s annual awards last...
8 September, 2026
Local News
Farm margins take centre stage as Wilkur Trial Farm opens its gates
Boolah’s newest Trial Farm will open its gates for the first time on...
Local News
Reports of lambing season success
Dadswells Bridge stud farmer Ellie McDonald reports an outstanding...
Farmer fined $15,000 for sheep neglect
Untreated flystrike, poor body condition and inadequate feed were among...