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Flashback: July 10 1986
Visitors travelled more than 100 miles to join a crowd of 150 people to dance the night away at the Hopetoun Memorial Hall’s Old Time Dance on Friday, July 4, 1986.
20 July, 2026
General News
'Just be patient': Local leagues back road safety round
The Wimmera Football Netball League, Horsham District Football Netball League, Wimmera Mallee Umpires and local...
20 July, 2026
Local News
Man in the Corner: Make bins great again
The Man in the Corner has always been fascinated by the things our...
Local News
A Mum's World: Boy oh boy, technology tests patience
Is technology really making life easier, asks Yolande, or are we moving...
Local News
Survey extension aims to boost farmer input
FARMERS across the Wimmera are being encouraged to have their voices...
Council
Roads drain rural budget
DISCUSSIONS about recreational spending, roads, comparisons to other councils and maintenance for council buildings...
17 July, 2026
Local News
Mayoral Matters: Budget pressures sharpen council funding call
June has been an exciting month for Cr Ron Ismay.
Local News
Two-week lane closure for O’Callaghans parade
THE northbound lane of O’Callaghans Parade will close for two weeks from...
Local News
Council satisfaction improves
THE Hindmarsh Shire Council has recorded one of its strongest community...
Rural
El Niño sowing the seeds of doubt
Grain farmers remain optimistic about a successful 2026 season, with above-average rainfall recorded during the first...
9 July, 2026
Local News
See the Show Steers in action at Longerenong College Open Day
If you’ve ever wondered what students really get up to beyond the...
Local News
Farmer's relief over paraquat ruling
The potential links between Parkinson’s disease and the herbicide...
Local News
Wet June gives way to drier outlook
The region has experienced a wetter-than-average June, with the El Niño...