HAVE YOUR SAY on the Draft Sport and Recreation Strategy 2025-2035 Published on 30 October 2025 Following a period of community and stakeholder engagement, Council has prepared a draft Sport and Recreation Strategy for 2025-2035 which is now available for additional feedback before it is formally adopted for implementation. The Hindmarsh Shire Council Draft Sport and Recreation Strategy 2025-2035 aims to provide a clear long-term plan to develop and promote sport and recreation within... Tagged as: , Public Consultations
16 Days of Activism Colour Runs and Barbeque Published on 30 October 2025 The United Nation’s international campaign, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, takes place each year from 25 November until 10 December. The campaign aims to unite the community and call for the elimination of gendered violence.Hindmarsh Shire Council has received funding from Respect Victoria’s 16 Days of Activism Grassroots Initiative and will be hosting a colour run and... Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Quarterly Council Plan Actions Update – Q1 2025/2026 Published on 30 October 2025 At the Council Meeting held on Wednesday 29 October 2025, an update was provided on the progress of action items contained in the Council Plan Actions for 2025/2026. The Hindmarsh Shire Council Plan 2025-2029 is a four-year document that guides Council’s operations and makes sure projects and services that matter most to the community are prioritised. Tagged as: , Council News, Project Updates
Hindmarsh Shire Council Business Assistance Grants Awarded 2025 Published on 30 October 2025 At the Hindmarsh Shire Council meeting held on Wednesday 29 October 2025, eight businesses were awarded Business Assistance Grants as part of round one of the 2025/2026 grants program.The Business Assistance Grant Program was established in 2016 to generate new employment opportunities, support existing business growth and to attract new business to Hindmarsh Shire. Tagged as: , Grants
Hindmarsh Shire Council Community Action Grants Awarded Published on 30 October 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council has awarded $10,144.88 in grant funding to 11 local community organisations through Round One of the 2025/2026 Community Action Grants Program.The purpose of the Community Action Grants program is to support the operation of invaluable volunteer groups in the Shire and enable them to deliver projects that support the wider community. Tagged as: , Grants
HAVE YOUR SAY on the Draft Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029 Published on 30 October 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council has prepared a draft Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) for 2026-2029. Before it is formally adopted for implementation, Council is seeking feedback from the community. The DAMP will provide the framework for dog and cat management within Hindmarsh Shire. The framework aims to create an environment that encourages responsible pet ownership where people and pets Tagged as: , Public Consultations
HAVE YOUR SAY on the Draft Youth Strategy 2025-2029 Published on 30 October 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council has prepared a draft Youth Strategy for 2025-2029. Before it is formally adopted for implementation, Council is seeking feedback from the community. The Strategy will guide Council in providing the best outcomes for young people across the Shire over the next four years.The draft Youth Strategy reflects the needs and values of young people aged 12-24 who are living... Tagged as: , Public Consultations
Save the Date – Nhill Christmas Carols Evening Published on 23 October 2025 Start warming your vocal cords because the Nhill Town Committee will be hosting its annual Nhill Christmas Carols evening again this year. This festive family-friendly event will be held on Saturday 13 December 2025 at Jaypex Park in Nhill. Please mark this in your calendars!More details are to come! We will provide updates on Council’s Facebook page, in Council’s newsletters, and in local... Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Christmas Giving Tree Appeal 2025 Published on 23 October 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Libraries are excited to once again be able to support a local Christmas Giving Tree Appeal in 2025.Local Dimboola resident and Youth Councillor Chelsea – a member of the Dimboola Library – has again sought the support of our Library service for the Christmas Giving Tree Appeal, which is fast becoming an annual staple in the Libraries calendar.Giving Trees will be set up in... Tagged as: , Library Updates
Hindmarsh Shire Council September/October School Holiday Program Published on 14 October 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council’s School Holiday Program that was held over September and October was a fantastic success, attracting approximately 410 participants across all events. For outdoor and fishing enthusiasts, the fishing workshops held in Jeparit, Nhill, and Rainbow were the perfect day out, with a few attendees catching a fish or two! Council would like to thank the volunteers from the... Tagged as: , Events & Activities