Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 18 September 2024
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Nhill’s “Inspector Of Nuisances”
The delightfully named inspector was responsible for keeping Nhill clean, which was a thankless and almost impossible task over four decades from the town’s establishment in 1880 ... It was not a job for the faint hearted so the obvious choice for the first Inspector of Nuisances in Nhill was the local policeman and for him it was handy pocket money as a part time job.
Young women in ag evening
Pizza, positivity and passion were the order of the night at Little Guys Pizza ... Thirteen young women involved in Agriculture in a variety of roles spoke to a packed audience about their agricultural careers thus far. The night started off with guest speaker Kate Maddern, who has a long list of accolades...
What’s happening at the gallery?
What is happening at the gallery, well I will tell you. Our Paint a Skateboard Exhibition has opened. This exhibition has an absolute wow about it, so many different ways to make a deck look fantastic.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 11 September 2024
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Rob Gersch to stand down
Hindmarsh Shire Councillor and OAM recipient Rob Gersch has announced that he will not be standing for re-election in October, marking the end of an almost 40-year tenure representing the Hindmarsh Shire ... “While local government was not a priority when I was first asked to stand, it turned out to be one of the best decisions I have made.”
Tigers win thriller
The Tigers secured a famous victory against Horsham in Sunday's Elimination Final, clinching the win in extra time at Central Park in Stawell by 7 points.
Dog trials are on again at Yanac
The timing of the Yanac Yard Dog trials has changed and now will be held on Saturday 21st September. The Yanac locals in conjunction with the Yanac Hockey Club will get busy and put on the Yanac Yard Dog Trials. Dog trialling commenced at Yanac in 1992 and this year will be the 29th dog trial. A great effort for a small community.
Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times, 4 September 2024
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Council to preserve Serviceton Railway Station history
West Wimmera Shire Council is embarking on a project to professionally record the rich history of the historic Serviceton Railway Station. The project involves creating a high-quality audio recording of local historian Les Millikin as he narrates the detailed history of the Serviceton Railway Station, capturing his extensive knowledge and personal insights about this significant heritage site.
