Council announces withdrawal from aged care services
West Wimmera Shire Council is withdrawing from the delivery of aged care services across the shire. Most Victorian local councils have already withdrawn from aged care services ahead of the imminent commencement of the Federal Government's new Support at Home Program.
The life and career of Lesley Robinson: A dedicated advocate for diabetes education and rural healthcare
Lesley Robinson is a name that resonates with those seeking guidance, support, and expertise in managing diabetes, particularly in rural areas. A passionate and dedicated professional, Lesley has spent almost four decades in the healthcare field, becoming a leading figure in diabetes education.
WWHS Community Gardens: A success story
In 2010, a group of Karen refugees embarked on a life-changing journey, transitioning from their refugee camp in Werribee to the small rural town of Nhill ... Integral to this integration effort was community leader Kaw Doh, who became a central figure in guiding the Karen people through this period of change.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 16 April 2025
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Lawloit annual bush concert
Last Sunday saw the sleepy hollow of Lawloit come alive to the sounds of music and laughter at the annual bush concert. Jason alias Chipper Gordon was MC for the afternoon setting the scene for a lot of fun.
Rent-a-rack
Kaniva's retail scene is really going ahead, with yet another new business opening its doors! This marks the fourth new business in Kaniva in the last six months – how amazing is that? Congratulations Leah on today's launch of What goes around comes around...
Celebrating in style
Nhill College's annual Presentation Ball was held on the evening of Friday, 4 April, at the Nhill Memorial Community Centre. Eighteen Nhill College students were formally presented to their families and the guests of honour ...
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 9 April 2025
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104 year old May Craig guest speaker at Legacy in Horsham
Even today, at 104 years of age, 16 years later, May Craig still stands straight with her sense of humour still firmly in place and her national pride still unquestioned ... "When war was declared in 1939, our population was just over 6 million ..."
Mandatory state government charge to be collected by councils
"... the 3 per cent rates increase to Hindmarsh is approximately $250,000 (which will cover our insurance premium increases and not a lot more), while the ESVF will generate for the state government between $2m to $3m additional from Hindmarsh alone. Multiply these figures by 38 rural councils across the state and the sum becomes $76-118 million!!!": Hindmarsh Shire Council Mayor, Cr Ron Ismay.