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Lesley Robinson retires after 38 years of service
After nearly four decades of service, Lesley Robinson of Rainbow has retired from her role as a credentialed diabetes educator at West Wimmera Health Service.
12 April, 2025
General News
Rainbow local's tiara dream come true
Rainbow's Allira Roberts has become well-known in the community for her advocacy work for those with disabilities and...
10 April, 2025
Local News
Investigation continues into death in Kiata
Victoria Police detectives recently interviewed a truck driver in...
Local News
History in the making
The roar of vehicles at the enduro was drowned out by another sound –...
Local News
All-star musician headlines steampunk fest
Australia's unique and dynamic First Nations performer Mitch Tambo is...
Council
Local News
Council term now done and dusted
Hindmarsh Shire Council ended the four year council term on Wednesday...
Local News
Clark, Aitken new councillors
Tony Clark and Roger Aitken will represent the residents of the North...
Local News
Candidates names in the frame
Veteran councillor Ron Ismay at the last minute decided to again...
Rural
Tyre fires off-limits
Farmers in the Wimmera Mallee are being warned afresh to be careful of what they burn as the weather dries out.
25 September, 2024
Local News
CFA warns of harvest fire risk
Following 45 header fires during harvest season in the far north-west,...
Local News
Check sensors, weather stations for 3G reliance
Farmers are being urged to check their devices ahead of the imminent 3G...
Local News
Crop GHG study comes to Wimmera
Horsham will host part of a new $8 million national study of greenhouse...