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Upcoming Events

Rainbow Crochet Corner

17 April 2026

Grab those knitting needles or crochet hooks and pop down to the Rainbow Library for a yarn with yarners!

Goat

17 April 2026

Join us for a screening of 'Goat' at the Nhill Cinema during the April school holiday program.

Join us at Supported Playgroup with Hindmarsh Shire Council's Supported Playgroup Facilitators.

Held weekly during school terms at the Nhill Library, Dimboola Library, Rainbow Library and Jeparit Kindergarten.

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Latest News

Join the Yurunga Homestead or Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum Committees

Published on 16 April 2026

Do you want to help preserve and celebrate local and regional history? We are seeking expressions of interest from the community to join the following Community Asset Committees for a 2-year term from July 2026 – June 2028:

• Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum Community Asset Committee
• Yurunga Homestead Community Asset Committee

Hindmarsh Shire Council Presents Feasibility Study for Jeparit Weir

Published on 10 April 2026

Hindmarsh Shire Council has released the findings of a detailed feasibility study into the future of the Jeparit Weir, confirming that the existing structure is in very poor condition and should be fully replaced to protect communities and reduce flood risks.

The study, funded by the Wimmera Catchment Management Authority, assessed the condition, safety, flood behaviour and long‑term options...

Mayoral Matters - March 2026

Published on 10 April 2026

"A butterfly flaps its wings, and a storm forms half a world away", a quote from Edward Lorenz in the 1960s had more to do with weather, but it could certainly be applied to the current situation in the Middle East. Fuel prices are affecting everyone, including our Shire – every item we purchase must be freighted here, and I know are farmers are currently impacted with cost and supply...

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Adverts & Tenders

Request for Quotation - Construction of Stone Feature Walls at Rainbow

On display until 07 May 2026

Hindmarsh Shire Council invites suitably qualified and experienced persons / organisations to respond to its Tender for:

CONSTRUCTION OF STONE FEATURE WALLS AT RAINBOW HOLIDAY PARK (RFQ 2025-2026-34)

The specific requirements are detailed in the tender documents, which can be downloaded via Council’s website at www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/tenders.

Join Our Team - Local Laws Officer & Building Maintenance Officer

On display until 29 April 2026

Join the Hindmarsh team and contribute to our beautiful Shire. We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:

- Local Laws Officer
- Building Maintenance Officer

Notice of Temporary Closure - Four Mile Beach Camping Reserve

On display until 05 June 2026

Hindmarsh Shire Council hereby gives formal notice that the Four Mile Beach Camping Reserve will be closed to the public from 1 May 2026 to enable Council to undertake routine maintenance and repairs, including electrical and plumbing works.

The campground will remain closed for a period of four (4) weeks, or until works are completed and the site has been assessed as safe for public use.

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Have Your Say

Procurement Policy (March 2026 Review)

Submissions closing on 22 April 2026, 11:59 PM

The purpose of the Procurement Policy is to guide Council’s procurement activities in a manner that promotes open and fair competition, ensures Value for Money, and upholds the principles of transparency, probity, and accountability. It supports ethical, efficient, and effective procurement practices that deliver value to the community and align with Council’s strategic obje...

Intention to Enter into Lease at Rainbow Recreation Reserve (Rainbow Ambulance Station)

Submissions closing on 17 April 2026, 05:00 PM

As per the Local Government Act 2020 and Council’s own Community Engagement Policy, Council is required to undertake a community engagement process before entering into new leases with a term of 10 or more years. The new lease Council intends to enter into is with Ambulance Victoria for the Rainbow Ambulance Station, located within the Rainbow Recreation Reserve. Ambulance...

Fraud Prevention and Control Policy