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Events

Cuppa Connections at Jeparit Library

13 November 2024

Join us at your local Hindmarsh Shire Library for a free morning or afternoon tea and chat. It's a comfortable, safe place to meet new people.

Jeparit Playgroup

13 November 2024

Parents with pre-school aged children are welcome to attend our Jeparit Supported Playgroup sessions.

Benefits include fun activities for you and your kids, information about local services and supports, tips on child development, self-care strategies and a chance to meet other local families.

Cuppa Connections at Rainbow Library

13 November 2024

Join us at your local Hindmarsh Shire Library for a free morning or afternoon tea and chat. It's a comfortable, safe place to meet new people.
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News

Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council Luna Ball

Published on 06 November 2024

Following a year of achievements and activities, the Hindmarsh Shire Youth Councillors are excited to announce that they have saved the best to the end of the year with their Luna Ball celebration to be held at the Nhill Memorial Community Centre on Friday 29 November 2024 from 6:30pm – 9:30pm.

‘Luna’ means ‘moon’ in Latin, and Youth Councillors encourage attendees to dress up in their finest

Hindmarsh & Yarriambiack Shires advocate for end to childcare deserts

Published on 01 November 2024

On Tuesday 29 October Yarriambiack and Hindmarsh Shires welcomed Dr Anne Webster, Shadow Assistant Minister for Regional Health (and Member for Mallee) and Angie Bell, Shadow Minister for Early Childhood Education, to the region to discuss the lack of childcare and the impact it has on our communities, from a social health, wellbeing, economic and financial perspective.
CEOs from both Shires were

Statement - In Memory of Darren Griffin

Published on 01 November 2024

Hindmarsh Shire Council wish to express condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Darren Griffin.

Council recognises Darren’s significant contribution in our community, particularly in his work with Barengi Gadjin Land Council and advocating for the Wotjobaluk, Jadawadjali, Wergaia, and Jupagulk Peoples of the Wotjobaluk Nations.

Darren worked very closely with Hindmarsh Shire Counci
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Annual Report 2023-2024

On display until 31 January 2025

At the Council meeting held on Wednesday 23 October 2024, Hindmarsh Shire Council endorsed its Annual Report for the period ending 30 June 2024, pursuant to Section 100 of the Local Government Act 2020. The Annual Report outlines Council’s performance, achievements, and challenges in the 2023/2024 financial year.

Opportunity This Way - Plant Operator Labourer and Asset Inspector

On display until 20 November 2024

Join the Hindmarsh team and contribute to our beautiful Shire.

New Vacancies!
- Plant Operator Labourer, Jeparit and Nhill
- Asset Inspector

Applications close Wednesday 20 November 2024 at 12noon.

Declaration of Boating Activity Exemption - Dimboola Regatta

On display until 10 November 2024

Hindmarsh Shire Council as the declared waterway manager for Wimmera River (within the Shire of Hindmarsh), makes the following declaration under section 203(3) of the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic).

For the purposes of boating activity conducted by the Dimboola Rowing Club, persons and vessels involved in the Dimboola Annual Rowing Regatta & “Head of the Wimmera” Rowing Regatta on 9 and 10 Novembe
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Have Your Say

General Feedback

Ongoing consultation

Hindmarsh Shire Council wants to know what you think. To fulfil the needs and aspirations of the community, we welcome your input into many issues. By sharing your views and ideas, you'll help us make important decisions for your community.

Nhill Townscape and Lake Concept Plan Implementation

Ongoing consultation

About this project: In mid-2021, Hindmarsh Shire Council in conjunction with Wimmera Mallee Tourism and funding support from the Australian Government commissioned the development of a Nhill Townscape and Lake Concept Plan for Nhill. The vision for the project was to ‘Enhance pedestrian and visual connections between the town centre (Goldsworthy Park), Jaypex Park and Nhil...

Libraries Activity Survey

Ongoing consultation

Hindmarsh Shire Libraries want to hear from you! We would appreciate it if you could kindly take a moment to answer this short survey about future classes & activities you would like to see at Hindmarsh Shire Libraries.
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Council Elections

The next Victorian local council election will be held in October 2024.

Whether you are running for Council, or are a voter in the upcoming election, please click below for Council election information and resources.

2024 COUNCIL ELECTIONS

Swimming Pool Season 2024/2025

Swimming Pools open from 16 November 2024 and will be FREE this season. Click here for more info!

Australia Day Awards Nominations Now Open

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Australia Day Awards. Click here to make a nomination.

Apply for Youth Council

Applications are open for 2025 Youth Council. Click here for more information or to apply!

Glass Bin Information

Click here for information about the new glass bin collection service.
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