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Mallee farmers count cost of devastating hailstorm
FARMERS across the Victorian Mallee are assessing the damage after a significant hailstorm swept through the region, leaving thousands of acres of crops damaged just before
14 November, 2026
General News
Big season on the cards
A potentially record-breaking harvest is on the horizon for Mallee farmer Sam Martin, who has started bringing in...
13 November, 2026
Local News
McLean re-elected as mayor
Councillor Andrew McLean will continue as Yarriambiack Shire Council...
Local News
Scarecrows stand tall despite the rain
Regardless of the recent rainfall, scarecrows entered in this year’s...
Local News
From regional roots to international fame
From international basketball courts to the world's biggest concert...
Council
Community feedback invited on retirement units
Residents are encouraged to provide input on the future of the Woomelang Retirement Units.
6 August, 2026
Local News
Yarriambiack shifts tourism strategy
THE Yarriambiack Shire Council has voted to dissolve its Tourism...
Local News
Students’ ideas could help shape Warracknabeal’s future
IDEAS from Warracknabeal Secondary College students could help shape...
Local News
Hindmarsh rating rises, road concerns persist
THE Hindmarsh Shire Council has recorded one of its strongest community...
Rural
Sheep welfare sparks search interest
Lamb marking is a familiar part of sheep farming across the Wimmera Mallee, but what can Google search data provide...
5 November, 2026
Farmer fined $15,000 for sheep neglect
Untreated flystrike, poor body condition and inadequate feed were among...
Local News
Award-Winning Technology for Smoother Paddocks
Every season, wheel tracks leave their mark. Whether it's from broadacre...
Local News
Avoid the dread of viewing seeding misses at harvest
Seeding system blockages hurt at seeding time, causing unnecessary...