Introduction of Food Organics and Garden Organics Bins in Hindmarsh Published on 05 February 2026 At the Council Meeting held on Wednesday 4 February 2026, a report was presented to Council on introducing a Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) kerbside collection service for urban properties in Hindmarsh Shire.The State Government has mandated that all Councils implement the four-bin system by 1 July 2027 under the Circular Economy (Waste Reduction and Recycling) Act 2021. Tagged as: , Announcements, Environment, Media Releases, Council News
Return to Regular Transfer Station Operating Hours Published on 04 February 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Council would like to inform residents that from Sunday 01 March 2026, the Nhill, Dimboola, Jeparit, and Rainbow Transfer Stations will return to their regular operating hours.Please be advised that transfer stations will operate from 9am – 12pm on Total Fire Ban Days and all transfer stations will close on Catastrophic Fire Danger Days. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Council News
Summer Pool Parties at Hindmarsh’s Outdoor Pools Published on 11 December 2025 Visit Hindmarsh Shire’s Outdoor Pools in Rainbow, Nhill, Dimboola and Jeparit for a splash of fun at the 2026 Pool Parties! These are FREE events with a FREE BBQ available after 6pm. Entertainment will feature DJ Bunga, so make your way down to your local pool for a fantastic time! Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Media Releases
ESVF Freeze for Primary Producers Published on 10 December 2025 Victoria's 2025 budget update, tabled in parliament on Friday 05 December 2025, identified that primary producers would receive a further two-year freeze on Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) variable rates. The cap for CFA volunteers claiming an ESVF rebate for their farms will also increase from $5 million to $10 million on capital improved value, increasing the maximum rebate... Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hindmarsh Shire Council Annual Statutory Meeting 2025 Published on 14 November 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council’s Annual Statutory Meeting was held on Wednesday 12 November 2025 from 6:00pm at the Council Chambers in Nhill. During the meeting, Council noted Cr Ron Ismay’s Mayoral Report for 2024/2025, reflecting on what Council has achieved for the first year of the 2024-2028 term. Cr Ron Ismay was elected Mayor for the coming 12 months with Cr Rosie Barker being elected as Deput Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
New Hindmarsh Outdoor Pools Opening Date: 22 November 2025 Published on 12 November 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council staff have been busy recruiting lifeguards, refreshing facilities, filling the pools and getting everything in order for the start of the pool season. With the cooler weather in early November and low temperatures forecast for the coming week, the opening date for all pools has been moved to Saturday 22 November 2025 (weather dependent). Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
2026 Hindmarsh Australia Day Awards Nominations Now Open Published on 01 October 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council is calling for nominations for the 2026 Hindmarsh Australia Day Awards and is encouraging members of the community to nominate persons who have made a noteworthy contribution during the current year and/or over several years, as well as outstanding events that were run within Hindmarsh Shire in 2025. Each year on Australia Day, Hindmarsh Shire Council presents awards at.. Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases, Council News
2025/2026 Rate Cap Calculation Published on 18 September 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council has reported a minor non-compliance with the 2025/2026 rate cap, with initial calculations suggesting an additional $3,949 will be collected in total across the entire rate base. This means that, on average, the impact will be less than $1 per property over the financial year. The rate cap limits the maximum amount a council can increase general rates and municipal charge Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Notices, Council News
Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council 2026 Nominations Open Published on 15 September 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Council is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council.If you’re a young person between the ages of 12 and 18 who lives, works or attends school in Hindmarsh Shire, this is an excellent opportunity to support your friends and community, develop your leadership and teamwork skills and make a positive change. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Nhill Town Committee Welcomes Community Groups Published on 08 September 2025 On Tuesday 2 September 2025, Nhill Town Committee warmly welcomed representatives from Nhill and District Sporting Club, Yanac Hockey Club, Nhill Lions and Leos, SES, CFA, Nhill Historical Society, Nhill Visitor Information Centre, WSAA and Rotary – to name a few – to talk about the future of Nhill. Facilitated by Cr Rosie Barker and chaired by Alison Dahlenburg, the group brainstormed projects Tagged as: , Media Releases