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Show entries open ahead of October deadline
Entries for this year’s Warracknabeal Show are now open, with competitors encouraged to submit their entries before the deadline.
1 October, 2026
General News
Hindmarsh crime low overall – but rising
THERE’S good and bad news for Hindmarsh Shire residents concerning crime following the recent release of statewide...
1 October, 2026
Local News
FLASHBACK: September 26 1996
A large group of enthusiastic stargazers gathered at Hopetoun Air Strip...
Local News
Dridan acquitted over fatal Stawell crash
A jury has found Wendouree man Bryce Dridan not guilty of two charges...
Local News
Margin pressure meets sustainability reality
More than 300 growers and industry representatives gathered at Boolah’s...
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...