Business, Community and Events Grants – Open for Applications Published on 06 July 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council recently reviewed and renewed its grant programs and is excited to announce that they are now open for applications.The renewed grant programs that Council now offer are:• Business Boost Grants• Connected Communities Grants• Regional Events Sponsorship Framework Tagged as: , Grants
Mayoral Matters – June 2026 Published on 06 July 2026 June has been an exciting month, for me at least. There has been copious quantities of rain and our farming community has had one of the best starts to their cropping in a very long time. The weather has been very kind so far and the 22nd of June (shortest day of the year) has rolled over, and like I said last month the days will start to get longer and warmer. Some folks like the winter... Tagged as: , Mayoral Columns
Community Notice – Illegal Use of Glue Traps Published on 02 July 2026 Council has received notification from the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) regarding reports of the use of an illegal substance to control pest birds within the Hindmarsh Shire municipality.Glue traps are any trap that uses glue, adhesive material, or a similar sticky substance to trap an animal or insect. In Victoria, the sale and use of glue traps for trapping... Tagged as: , Public Notices
Council Advocates for Rural Roads Funding and Jeparit Weir Funding Published on 02 July 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council plays a strong role in advocating for change, support, and additional funding for its priority projects within the Shire. With a small rate base and significant assets, funding road maintenance and replacement of significant assets requires additional funding from State or Federal Governments. Council has recently been strongly advocating for funding to replace the... Tagged as: , Media Releases, Council News
Hindmarsh Shire Council joins Western Victorian Careers Expo Published on 30 June 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council joined dozens of exhibitors on Tuesday 23 June 2026 at the Western Victorian Careers Expo. Students from across the region converged at the Wimmera Events Centre to explore a huge range of future pathways, including universities, TAFEs, employment and volunteering opportunities.Local government may not always be the first career pathway young people consider, which made Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Council News
Hindmarsh Receives Community Satisfaction Survey Results Published on 25 June 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council has received results from the 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey, and thanks all members of our community who took the time to share their feedback. Hindmarsh Shire Council Mayor, Cr Ron Ismay, said “the Community Satisfaction Survey forms part of the picture of how we identify areas for improvement and track progress over time. We also look at other input like... Tagged as: , Media Releases, Council News
Hindmarsh Shire Council Updates Policies & Invites Community Feedback Published on 25 June 2026 At the Council Meeting held on Wednesday 24 June 2026, Hindmarsh Shire Council adopted three policies and endorsed one policy for a period of public consultation.Policies that were adopted are as follows:• Council Grants Administration Policy• Hardship and Financial Hardship Policy• Native Vegetation on Rateable Land Policy Tagged as: , Media Releases, Council News
Hindmarsh Shire Annual Budget 2026/2027 Adopted Published on 25 June 2026 At the meeting held on Wednesday 24 June 2026, Hindmarsh Shire Council adopted its Annual Budget, incorporating the Revenue and Rating Plan, for the 2026/2027 financial year.The 2026/2027 budget has been developed to balance the retention of existing community service levels, maintenance and renewal of assets, and new initiatives to improve amenity and make Hindmarsh a better place to live. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Council News
HAVE YOUR SAY – Hindmarsh Shire Libraries Services Published on 22 June 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council owns and manages four libraries across the Shire - Nhill, Dimboola, Rainbow and Jeparit. Libraries support creativity, knowledge and learning, social connection and access to physical and online resources. Council is currently completing a review of library services to ensure that current services, programs and resources align with community needs, as well as to identify Tagged as: , Library Updates, Public Consultations
Hindmarsh’s June/July 2026 School Holiday Program Published on 11 June 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council is delighted to announce a fun-filled and diverse program for the upcoming June/July 2026 school holidays, with a fantastic range of activities for young people and families across the Shire.This FREE school holiday program features something for everyone, including creative workshops like Make Your Own Shrinky Dink, Cookie Decorating with Tegan, and Get Creative with... Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Media Releases