Mayoral Matters August 2024 Published on 30 August 2024 We were honoured to host the Governor of Victoria, Her Excellency Professor Margaret Gardner AC in our Shire recently. The Governor was taken to a wide variety of businesses and locations (all of her prior choosing) which included Luv-A-Duck, Aherns Silos, GrainCorp Dimboola, Dimboola Memorial Secondary College and finishing with a round table discussion with a group of local farmers... Tagged as: , Mayoral Columns
Free Green Waste Disposal 2024 Published on 23 August 2024 Hindmarsh Shire Council is pleased to announce that residents will be able to dispose of their green waste free of charge at all Transfer Stations throughout the month of October. This initiative runs from Tuesday 1 October through to Thursday 31 October 2024, providing a valuable opportunity for the community to prepare their properties in anticipation of the upcoming fire season... Tagged as: , Media Releases, Public Notices, Council News
Nhill's Davis Park Redevelopment to Commence Published on 23 August 2024 The first stage of a proposed multi-stage redevelopment of Nhill’s Davis Park is set to commence in coming months following the appointment of a contractor to undertake stage one construction works. Stage one includes the construction of two AFL compliant change rooms including medical rooms, administration office and storage space as well as an undercover tiered seating grandstand at the front... Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hindmarsh Participates in Dental Health Week Published on 22 August 2024 Supported Playgroups across Hindmarsh Shire have recently participated in activities to celebrate Dental Health Week. Dental Health Week is the Australian Dental Association’s (ADA) major annual oral health campaign and was held nationally from 5 to 11 August 2024, with Hindmarsh Shire Council participating between Monday 5 to Wednesday 7 August. The campaign focuses on the importance of... Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hindmarsh Public Holiday Arrangements in Lieu of Melbourne Cup 2024 Published on 22 August 2024 The Hon. Natalie Suleyman MP, Minister for Small Business has granted Hindmarsh Shire Council’s request to substitute days for the 2024 Melbourne Cup Day public holiday in Nhill and Rainbow. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Notices
Hindmarsh Shire Waste Management Collection and Costs Explained Published on 09 August 2024 As the amount that we consume, and therefore the waste that we generate, grows, Council is dedicated to delivering a cost-effective and sustainable waste management service to ensure the health and wellbeing of our community and environment. As well as operating transfer stations and delivering kerbside collection, we deliver waste-education programs, collect litter and investigate illegal rubbish Tagged as: , Media Releases, Council News
Statement from Hindmarsh Shire Council Published on 09 August 2024 Hindmarsh Shire Council is saddened to hear of the passing of Councillor Bob Redden of Horsham Rural City Council.Hindmarsh Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Brett Ireland provides the following statement:“Council extends our condolences to Bob’s family and friends, the Councillors and staff of Horsham Rural City Council, and the Horsham community as they navigate this loss. Tagged as: , Council Statement
Opportunities for Businesses in Hindmarsh Shire Published on 09 August 2024 Does your business want to grow by supporting the Visitor Economy and economic development projects around Hindmarsh Shire?Hindmarsh Shire Council is pleased to host the next instalment of our Hindmarsh Business Networking sessions on Wednesday 21 August 2024 from 6:30pm – 9pm at the Dimboola Rowing Club. Light refreshments will be available. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Media Releases
Hindmarsh Shire Youth Council Let It Glow Disco Published on 31 July 2024 Hindmarsh Shire Youth Councillors are excited to announce that their next disco will be held at the Rainbow Recreation Reserve on Friday 16 August 2024 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm with the theme being “Let it Glow.” Youth Councillors encourage attendees to wear white or glow in the dark inspired outfits to get the full effect of the lighting. Food and refreshments will be available... Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Community Satisfaction Survey Results Released Published on 30 July 2024 The 2024 Community Satisfaction Survey for Hindmarsh Shire Council saw residents participate in quarterly surveying between June 2023 and March 2024. Results from the survey shows the three areas where Council’s performance is higher than or on par with other small Victorian rural councils are appearance of public areas, waste management and recreational activities. The three lowest performing... Tagged as: , Media Releases, Council News