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
Upcoming Event: International Women’s Day Jeparit Riverbank Fiesta Published on 19 February 2026 Following the success of the 2025 International Women’s Day Jeparit Riverbank Fiesta, Hindmarsh Shire Council is pleased to announce that it will be reprising this event for 2026!This event will be held at the Jeparit Riverbank Precinct, on Saturday 7 March 2026, from 5:00pm until 10:30pm. With something for the whole family, this event is a fantastic chance to acknowledge... Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
Hindmarsh Shire Celebrates International Day of People with Disability Published on 19 February 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council celebrated International Day of People with a Disability with a wonderful community event held at the Dimboola Bowling Club on Wednesday 11 February 2026. Around 60 participants attended the celebration, with the event providing a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone to connect, have fun and enjoy each other’s company.Attendees enjoyed music, a delicious BBQ... Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
Join the Hindmarsh Pride Committee Published on 19 February 2026 Council is welcoming expressions of interest from members of the community to join the Hindmarsh Pride Committee.What is the purpose of the Hindmarsh Pride Committee?The Hindmarsh Pride Committee was established by Hindmarsh Shire Council to strengthen the voices of the LGBTIQ+ community.The committee provides advice to Council to ensure that its broader policy issues, Council Plan and... Tagged as: , Media Releases
Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum – A New Chapter of Curation Published on 16 February 2026 Visitors to the Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum in Jeparit will experience fresh displays as curators and volunteers have reimagined the Werrap Hall and Albacutya Homestead exhibit spaces.Curators, History@Work, were engaged by Hindmarsh Shire Council to undertake initial curation works at the Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum. This work is an outcome of the Museum’s Master Plan and sees the first... Tagged as: , Announcements, Improvement Works, Project Updates
2026 Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council Officially Welcomed Published on 16 February 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council officially welcomed the 2026 Youth Councillors with a certificate presentation on Friday 06 February 2026 at the Dimboola Library and Customer Service Centre, followed by a retreat over the weekend. The 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council is made up of five returning members and seven new members. The Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council for 2026 is... Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration
Rabbit Management in Hindmarsh Shire Published on 16 February 2026 The late Spring rains in the Wimmera have created ideal conditions for rabbits to breed with rabbit numbers increasing dramatically across the region. Warrens have been enlarged and rabbit kittens can be seen during the day sitting near burrows or scampering for cover. Rabbits are spreading across farmland, areas of native vegetation, and even encroaching into urban gardens. Tagged as: , Environment