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Taking learning to the people
A development program led by South West TAFE has spread to aged-care facilities across Australia, including in the Wimmera.
21 February, 2025
General News
Wimmera masterpieces heading home
Twenty-one Wimmera artworks held by the National Gallery of Australia, ranging from paintings to furniture, will...
20 February, 2025
Local News
Potholes for all Seasons unveiled
Usually calendars feature happy photos or memories, perhaps your...
Local News
Worker accomodation build on track
Rural Northwest Health's (RNH) workers accomodation at Hopetoun is...
Local News
Local farmer airlifted
A Rainbow farmer in his 80s was airlifted to Royal Melbourne Hospital on...
Council
Local News
Council term now done and dusted
Hindmarsh Shire Council ended the four year council term on Wednesday...
Local News
Clark, Aitken new councillors
Tony Clark and Roger Aitken will represent the residents of the North...
Local News
Candidates names in the frame
Veteran councillor Ron Ismay at the last minute decided to again...
Rural
Tyre fires off-limits
Farmers in the Wimmera Mallee are being warned afresh to be careful of what they burn as the weather dries out.
25 September, 2024
Local News
CFA warns of harvest fire risk
Following 45 header fires during harvest season in the far north-west,...
Local News
Check sensors, weather stations for 3G reliance
Farmers are being urged to check their devices ahead of the imminent 3G...
Local News
Crop GHG study comes to Wimmera
Horsham will host part of a new $8 million national study of greenhouse...
Sport
Urgent call for volunteers
The Horsham Little Athletics Club has put out a call of arms wanting volunteers to keep the club running. This season...
27 March, 2024
Local News
Kart club reopening a success
The official reopening of the Southern Mallee Kart Club's track at...
Local News
Netballers shine at state titles
On Saturday March 9 to Monday March 11, The Wimmera Mallee Netball...
Local News
Rainbow ready to rally
Round 1 of the ARB Australia Off Road Championship is set to take off in...