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Council to begin fire inspections - feature photo

Council to begin fire inspections

The annual Fire Hazard Identification Program, conducted by the Yarriambiack Shire Council, is set to begin in October.

17 September, 2025

Landowners and TCV workers clash near Marnoo, Voctpriam Police called.

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Survey crews escorted by police amid VNI West tensions

Rainbow CFA brigade members Bob Bastin (55 years), Mark Bastin (five years), life member David Klemm (50 years), Rob Koning (35 years), Matt Keller (20 years), Andrew Cross (with Raymond Cross' 55 years service award) and brigade captain Andrew Newnham pictured at the Rainbow CFA awards night on Friday, September 5.

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Rainbow CFA members awarded

At 92, Hopetoun's Wilf Webster stands proudly with the windmill he created from scratch. Inspired by a picture of it, which he found online, Mr Webster spent a few weeks building the decorative piece in his own shed, proving age is no barrier to creativity and craftsmanship.

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Wilf's still building at 92

Repairs works are currently on at the Eureka Hotel, following the strong winds that significantly damaged part of the hotel's roof.

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Strong winds rip roof off Eureka Hotel

Works are well underway for the cemetery's west extension. This photo was taken in August 2025.

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Happenings at Warracknabeal Cemetery

Christian Emergency Food Centre client assessment manager Bev Miatke with some of the fresh food delivered for distribution to people needing food assistance in the Wimmera Mallee. Photo: SHERYL LOWE

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Emergency funding for Wimmera slashed

Nathan Smith (right) joined CFA as a teenager. Now, three decades later, he’s proud to see his kids Heidi (left) and Flynn carrying on the tradition.

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Father, daughter fight fires side by side

In good faith - feature photo

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In good faith

Dianne Marchment (right) has returned from Papua New Guinea where she completed the Kokoda Trail. She is pictured at the finish line with her son Lindsay (left).

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Kokoda trek complete

Horace Frederick Critchley.

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VETERANS' VOICES: Horace Frederick Critchley

Students put on a lively demonstration of the game, Gaga Ball, for special guests. Photos: CAITLIN MENADUE

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St Mary’s opens first inclusive Gaga pit

BARRY'S CORNER: Bats are biodiversity - feature photo

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BARRY'S CORNER: Bats are biodiversity

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