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01/08/2024

Halls Gap Police carried out a routine enforced speed check at the Pomonal Primary School on Friday, July 26, and filed the following report on what they described as a disappointing result.

Three drivers experience the arm of the law in school zone

31/07/2024

The cafe in Minyip, named after the fictional town of Coopers Crossing, has opened its doors again after a brief closure, welcoming locals and tourists to the tiny town made famous by the television series based on the Royal Flying Doctor service.

Previous owners reopen Coopers Crossing Cafe in Minyip

31/07/2024

Reeling from a shock loss in round 15 of the HDFNL, the challenges keep rolling for Stawell's Swifts as the side gets set to take on Harrow Balmoral in Stawell on Saturday, August 3.

The Swifts host Harrow Balmoral at Stawell's North Park.

31/07/2024

Horsham senior coach Jordyn Burke wants his side to continue to move the football directly when the Demons visit Central Park for round 15 of the WFNL on Saturday, August 3.

The Demons gave Stawell its first loss in its round six meeting.

31/07/2024

Horsham Demons' utility Van Ika has claimed back-to-back Western Victoria Female Football League senior best and fairest's.

The club also hosted its presentation night on Friday, July 26.

Van Ika polled 18 votes in 10 rounds, six ahead of the runner-up.

31/07/2024

The Leadership Course run in Horsham by the Victorian Local Government Association was completed by eight participants who were awarded their certificates at a special ceremony on Wednesday, July 24 by HRCC mayor, Robyn Gulline

Leadership course equips participants with skills for new roles

30/07/2024

The incidents have occurred in and around Wattle, Lilac, Gardenia and Iris streets.

Police investigate vehicle, home damage from slingshot attacks.

30/07/2024

Chief executive Monica Revell highlighted the importance of the survey results in guiding the council's future efforts. "Although the results show improvements from 2023, we understand from the feedback that our community would like us to provide more activities for seniors and younger people."

Hindmarsh council's community satisfaction exceeds state average.

30/07/2024

The Laharum FNC is inviting potential players, coaches and support staff to a community meeting at the club's Cameron Oval clubrooms on Wednesday, August 14.

A community meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 14.

30/07/2024

Leading Senior Constable Alan Perry recently celebrated a 50-year milestone of policing in Victoria after joining the Police Force in 1974 at the age of 16.

Originally from Casterton, Leading Senior Constable Perry spent 26 years at Horsham Highway Patrol before becoming the sole officer at Harrow Police Station in 2017.

Five decades of service is a feat not many achieve

30/07/2024

Rebecca McIntyre is hopeful the inaugural Gary Bird Shield on Sunday, July 28, was "just the start" for Access All Abilities basketball in the region.

Horsham was joined by Bendigo and Bacchus Marsh on Sunday, July 28.

30/07/2024

A chance conversation has led to a world-class piece of equipment donated to Longerenong College.

Longerenong College boosted by state-of-the-art donation.

30/07/2024

The project is scheduled for completion midway through the 2025 Wimmera Football and Netball League season.

Locks Constructions to build City Oval's new netball pavilion.

30/07/2024

Retirement loomed but Dimboola woman saw it as an opportunity to launch a new business gaining international interest

From Dimboola to the Irish Derby, Royal Ascot and beyond

30/07/2024

Volleyball Horsham is gearing up for another record season, with 47 teams entering the winter competition on Wednesday, July 31, surpassing the 44 teams from last season.

Over 300 players will begin the season on Wednesday, July 31.

29/07/2024

The regulations also set out a suite of other shake ups in the shooting and control of game birds and deer across Victoria with a focus on illegal spotlighting in the West Wimmera Shire.

The use of lead bullets would no longer be permitted in Victoria.

29/07/2024

Overall, $3.03 billion was wagered at Victoria pokie venues, more than $8.3 million every day.

Wimmera pokies losses pass $11.6M amid new gambling safeguards.

29/07/2024

On a day that presented splashes of sunshine mixed with showers, hail, and cold winds, some entertaining hockey was played at Yanac on Saturday, with some predictable results amongst some surprises that have kept the interest in the make-up of the finals alive as the competition moves towards the finals.

Tigers edge out Hoops, Jets and Thunderbirds push for finals.

29/07/2024

The Wimmera's golden girl will hit the water tonight, looking to add more gold medals to an extraordinary start by Australia's Olympians after three gold medals were won the opening day of competition.

The Nhill Olympian will hit the water for the women's eights.

29/07/2024

On his second visit, George Allitt recalls his historic first visit to the Dimboola Hospital site 67 years ago.

Patient recalls his first memories of hospital visit

29/07/2024

While she had a day of forget shooting-wise, Warracknabeal's Chloe Bibby commanded the boards, recording a game high 16 rebounds in the Miners' win.

Ballarat Miners women book preliminary final spot with 77-73 win.

29/07/2024

Since the opening weeks of the NCFL season, the grand final almost seemed set in stone between Birchip-Watchem and Sea Lake-Nandaly, but the Royals proved they're more than capable of taking it up to the league's two runaway clubs.

Donald proved its premiership credentials against the Tigers

29/07/2024

As temperatures dipped below -1.5°C in some parts of the region, those hardy enough to brave the conditions were greeted with a winter wonderland atop of Mount William.

Grampians' Mount William sees first snowfall of winter.

28/07/2024

The Swifts' Michaela Armer leaps with an arm out stretched to reel in the ball against Noradjuha Quantong in round 15 of the HDFNL.

28/07/2024

Over halfway into his second season with the Nhill Tigers, Papua New Guinea national Glen Saniong is well and truly settled into the club and community.

The electric small forward has kicked 11 goals from nine games and has been named in the best on five occasions.

"Even though I'm away from home, everyone is looking out for me."

28/07/2024

Ryan Kemp drives his kick into Horsham's forward half during the round 14 WFNL match against Nhill.

28/07/2024

The Noradjuha Quantong Bombers have claimed victory in round 15 of the HDFNL against Stawell's Swifts, 53-32.

The Bombers beat the Swifts 53-32 at Quantong Recreation Reserve.

28/07/2024

Horsham has continued its winning run with a 55-37 win against Nhill in round 14 of the WFNL on Saturday, July 27.

In other matches, there were wins for Horsham Saints, Dimboola and Minyip Murtoa.

"It was tough; they were good and made us work for everything."

27/07/2024

The Bombers may have been outmatched on paper, but a dogged performance from the boys in the red sash forced the black, white and teal to make the return trip empty handed in round 15 of the HDFNL.

Noradjuha Quantong beat the Swifts 12.9 (81) - 7.11 (53).

27/07/2024

A seven-goal final term saw Horsham solidify fourth spot on the ladder with a 16.9 (105) - 11.5 (71) win against Nhill in round 14 of the WFNL on Saturday, July 27.

Elsewhere, there were wins for Southern Mallee, Ararat and Warrack.

The Demons kicked seven of the last eight goals at City Oval.

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WFNL round 14

A fourth-quarter surge from Horsham has led to a 34-point win over Nhill in round 14 of the WFNL on Saturday, July 27. Check back later for the match report and picture gallery.

The Noradjuha Quantong Bombers were loud and proud as the side celebrated victory against the Swifts in round 15 of the HDFNL.

WVFFL grand final

The Horsham Demons have won the WVFFL senior women’s grand final by five points at Mortlake Recreation Reserve on Sunday, July 21. Check back later tonight for the photo gallery and match report.

Emergency services were called at 9.45pm tonight to a two car collision, Dooen rd is currently closed to traffic.

WFNL round 13

Two last quarter goals against the breeze has seen Nhill take a two-goal win against Stawell in round 13 of the WFNL at Davis Park. Check back later for the full match report and photo gallery.

Senior football debutant Riley Downer led off the Rupanyup Panthers’ team song in celebration of the side’s round 14 victory against Kalkee.

Horsham Demons senior women prepare for 2024 WVFFL grand final

Horsham Demons senior women's captain Dani Pike explains how the squad is feeling ahead of the WVFFL grand final on Sunday, July 21.

WVFFL semi-final

The Horsham Demons’ senior women are through to the Western Victoria Female Football League grand final after a 19-point win over reigning premiers Hamilton.

WFNL round 12

The Ararat Rats celebrate a 16.6 (102) - 8.7 (55) win over Southern Mallee in round 12 of the WFNL on Saturday, July 13. Come back shortly for the match report and picture gallery.

After a back-and-forth contest and a thrilling finish the Laharum Demons have claimed victory in round 13 of the HDFNL, beating Pimpinio 8.9 (57) - 7-9 (51).

Round 11 WFNL

The Horsham Demons’ senior footballers celebrate a seven-goal win over the Horsham Saints in round 11 of the WFNL on Sunday, July 7. Check back shortly for the match report and picture gallery.

WFNL round 11

Nhill celebrate its 19.15 (129) - 4.3 (27) win over Dimboola in round 11 of the WFNL. Check back later for the full match report.

The Noradjuha Quantong Bombers celebrate in victory after beating Edenhope Apsley 24.16 (160) - 2.7 (19).

The Horsham Demons celebrate a two point win over Ararat at City Oval in round 10 of the WFNL.

The Horsham Demons celebrate a two-point win over Ararat at City Oval in round 10 of the WFNL. Check back later for the full report after a controversial end to the match.

Kalkee got the best of a muddy surface to came away from Natimuk with the win in round 11 of the HDFNL.

The Horsham Saints celebrate a three-point win over Minyip Murtoa in round seven of the WFNL on Saturday, June 1. Check back later for the full match report.

The Horsham Saints celebrate a three-point win over Minyip Murtoa in round seven of the WFNL. Check back later for the full match report.

Big win by the Horsham Demons in the football, defeating the Stawell Warriors by 29 points. Stayed tuned for the full report later tonight.

There was an impromptu intermission at tonight’s showing of Shrek the Musical. Patrons, cast and crew were forced to evacuate after a smoke alarm was set off. Fortunately, the show must go on and everyone has returned inside. More details to come.

Catch up with what life-long friends and football foes Jordyn Burke and Ben Knott are thinking before going head-to-head as opposing coaches in the WFNL's Anzac Day clash.

Stawell Gift officials have said the next track assessment will take place at 3.30pm. If the track is not fit, the next assessment is at 4.30pm and then 5:30pm.