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Police step up road safety focus
Road users across the Wimmera would have noticed a highly visible and increased police presence, with several solo bike units now actively on patrol.
19 May, 2026
General News
Water birds
BARRY'S CORNER: There have been some observations about the lack of water birds around our waterways lately and...
15 May, 2026
Local News
Eagles down Ararat in tight win
The win couldn't have been any closer for Warrack on Saturday in A Grade...
Local News
Eagles challenge defending premiers
Ararat were on the road to play Warrack on Saturday, and left with the...
St Mary’s students grow garden vision
St Mary’s pupils are keen to roll up their sleeves and help shape their...
Council
Rural concerns grow: Yarriambiack Shire Council wary of federal budget impact
THERE was plenty in Tuesday’s Federal Budget to get the attention of Yarriambiack Shire Council, with multiple...
14 May, 2026
Local News
'We did go early' says council
Discussed at last month's Yarriambiack Shire Council meeting was the...
Local News
Council welcomes boost
The Yarriambiack Shire Council has welcomed the Victorian State Budget’s...
Local News
Council raises alarm over Sunshine rail changes
Proposed changes to the rail hub at Sunshine and the potential impact on...
Rural
Farmer weighs crop changes amid input shortages
Wimmera farmer Chris Colbert says he has enough fuel to begin sowing his next crop, but only after paying $3000 more...
9 April, 2026
Local News
Fire-hit farmer faces fresh fuel uncertainty
Michael Sudholz is speaking from experience when he says the current...
Local News
Milgate elected VFF president
Minyip cropping farmer Ryan Milgate has been named the next president of...
Local News
Firewood collection safety reminders
With energy costs continuing to rise, the recent opening of the autumn...