Community Comes Together for ‘Shared Table: Regional Heroes’ Screening Published on 24 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council hosted a free community screening of Shared Table: Regional Heroes, a documentary produced by CALD Community Voices, at the Nhill Memorial Community Centre on Friday 20 March 2026.The documentary explores themes of food, belonging and cultural connection, sharing stories from regional communities including Nhill and Dimboola. Through personal narratives and shared... Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
Hindmarsh’s April 2026 School Holiday Program Published on 19 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council is excited to announce a fun-filled and diverse program for the upcoming April 2026 school holidays, offering a wide range of engaging activities for young people and families across the Shire.Young people can get creative with ‘Create and Relate’ sessions delivered by headspace, enjoy active pickleball sessions with Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly, and explore... Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Hindmarsh Regional Community Events Grants Awarded Published on 13 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council is pleased to announce the successful recipients of Round Two of the 2025/2026 Regional Community Events Grant Program, supporting initiatives that strengthen community connection and boost the local visitor economy.Council has allocated $30,000 to the annual program, with applicants eligible for grants of up to $7,500, comprising both cash contributions and in kind... Tagged as: , Grants
Funding Received for The Patch in Nhill Published on 13 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council, in partnership with the Nhill Neighbourhood House and Learning Centre, is pleased to announce it has secured funding through the Multicultural Business Precinct Revitalisation Program. This funding will enable significant improvements at The Patch in Nhill, transforming it into a dynamic Multicultural Precinct Community Hub.Nhill is home to a rich mix of multicultural... Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Media Releases
International Women’s Day Celebrated at Jeparit Riverbank Fiesta Published on 12 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council, in partnership with the Jeparit Township Advisory Committee, was pleased to host the second International Women’s Day Jeparit Riverbank Fiesta on Saturday 7 March 2026. Held once again in the picturesque setting of the Jeparit Riverbank Precinct, attendees arrived in time to browse market stalls and grab a bite to eat from the food vendors, before settling onto blankets Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
FREE Community Screening of ‘Shared Table: Regional Heroes’ Published on 10 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council is hosting a free community screening of the documentary by CALD Community Voices - Shared Table: Regional Heroes at the Nhill Memorial Community Centre on Friday 20 March 2026.Doors will open at 6:15pm. The evening will commence at 6:30pm with a presentation by guest speaker and Director Nandita Chakraborty, followed by the screening at 7:00pm. Luv-a-Duck are kindly... Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Harmony Day 2026 – Market and Performances Published on 06 March 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council and the Hindmarsh Pride Committee will be hosting the Harmony Day – Market and Performances event on Saturday 28 March 2026 at Jaypex Park in Nhill from 10am to 1pm. The day will feature live performances, stalls, crafts, games and popcorn, offering something for all ages to enjoy. Community members are warmly invited to come along, connect with others and celebrate... Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
Mayoral Matters - February 2026 Published on 02 March 2026 This month's Mayoral report will be a shorter account than what I normally contribute. I have been away for almost half of the month of February having a break from both of my jobs. Fortunately, neither my hardware store nor Hindmarsh Shire plunged into bankruptcy in my absence. Both organisations, very well staffed, surely didn’t even notice I was missing. I was an apology for the February... Tagged as: , Mayoral Columns
Community Action Grants Program - Round Two Opening Published on 26 February 2026 Round Two of the Hindmarsh Shire Council Community Action Grants Program will be open from Friday 27 February 2026 until 5:00pm Friday 10 April 2026.Since its establishment in 2013, the Community Action Grants Program has assisted community groups and non-profit organisations with funding to host community events, purchase necessary equipment, and to carry out minor upgrades to facilities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Grants
The Future of Rail Freight Is Under Threat Published on 24 February 2026 Mayors from across Rural, Regional and Metropolitan Municipalities have called on Premier Allan to support the future of Rail Freight in Victoria. The Mayors are members of the Rail Freight Alliance; a local government advocacy body whose mission is to grow Victoria’s freight task to rail.As part of the redevelopment of the Sunshine Station precinct, the rail crossovers are in danger of... Tagged as: , Media Releases