Whipcracking entertainment at Kaniva
The sharp crack of a stockwhip echoed across Kaniva Recreation Reserve on Wednesday night as crowds gathered for world-record whipcracker Nathan "Whippy" Griggs. The free event, hosted by West Wimmera Shire Council, included a fast-paced show featuring precision tricks, comedy and demonstrations of different types of whips.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 11 February 2026
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Business spotlight – Nhill Post Office
Nhill's Licensed Post Office is welcoming customers under new ownership, offering a broad range of postal, travel and retail services for the local community. Along with everyday post office services, the Nhill Licensed Post Office provides passport lodgements and photos, foreign exchange, travel cards, travel insurance and complete travel solutions, as well as TattsLotto services.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 4 February 2026
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Hindmarsh Shire Australia Day awards 2026
Australia Day started early in Hindmarsh Shire on Monday 26 January 2026, commencing with a BBQ breakfast in Rainbow at 7:30am, followed by ceremonies in Jeparit, Dimboola, and Nhill ... Congratulations to the recipients of the Hindmarsh Shire Council Australia Day Awards held at the Nhill Memorial Community Centre on Monday due to the extreme weather conditions.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 28 January 2026
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Alexander brothers smashing records
An unforgettable day for West Wimmera Warriors cricket and brothers Nathan and Bradley Alexander in Saturday's one day match. The day score final scores as Warriors 3/395 to St Mary's 10/151. In incredible scenes it saw Nathan Alexander - score 230 runs from 126 balls, including 17 4s and 14 6s.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 21 January 2026
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State of disaster declared
On Friday 20 buildings were lost in the fire that tore through Grass Flat including Natimuk and Quantong, in the afternoon. Local crews including the FCV Broughton T1 and Propodollah T1, manned by members from across the Lowan Group, attended the Grass Flat/Natimuk fires for two days, including Friday faced with extreme heat and winds.
Magnificent sky!
Magnificent sky on Friday. Photo by Kathy Koop.