Friday, May 17, 2024

Emily Gladdis, Nhill Free Press & Kaniva Times

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Harmony Day 2024

Approximately 100 people of various cultural backgrounds attended the 2024 Harmony Day celebrations held at the Nhill Memorial Community Centre on Thursday 21 March 2024, marking it as one of the largest Harmony Day celebrations in Hindmarsh to date. Attendees were treated to a range of entertainment and performances including singing, dancing, demonstrations and talks that were provided by local and visiting artists.

“In the Mood” to “Boogie Woogie”?

The Pacific Belles will perform at the Nhill Airshow on April 13. Swing to their dulcet tones as they sing these war-time classics. Their vintage repertoire includes songs like "Don't sit under the Apple Tree" and "We'll Meet Again." The Pacific Belles are Australia’s hottest retro-style singing trio, inspired by the music of the 1940‘s and have been referred to as "Melbourne's very own Andrew Sisters'.

Growers urged to report mouse numbers

Grain growers across Australia are being urged to check paddocks for mouse numbers and record mouse activity as part of a national campaign aimed at early detection and effective control ahead of this year’s winter crop. Concerns about mouse numbers were front of mind at the latest meeting of the National Mouse Group (NMG).

Nhill Cane Ball Court official opening

Saturday 16 March 2023 was an exciting day for the Nhill community with the official opening of the Nhill Cane Ball court by Dr Anne Webster MP, Member for Mallee, and Cr Brett Ireland, Hindmarsh Shire Council Mayor. Approximately 100 people attended the official opening ... Karen community members provided a demonstration of Cane Ball ...

Turn your cans into cash for Kaniva

The Kaniva & District Progress Association is inviting residents to turn their cans into cash to support KDPA community projects. "This is a great way for residents to contribute to further lighting for our town," said KDPA Chair Marlene Carter.

Mayoral matters

Cr Brett Ireland, Mayor. Congratulations to the community groups and businesses who received grant funding at our last council meeting through our Business Assistance Grants and Community Action Grants. We hope this money enhances or completes a variety of projects within our shire. We met with community members from Dimboola regarding the future of the senior citizens building in their town.

Horsham Regional Art Gallery celebrates women artists in nationally renowned touring exhibition

Horsham Regional Art Gallery (HRAG) is proud to announce our first major exhibition of 2024, in collaboration with the National Gallery of Australia (NGA). Know My Name: Australian Women Artists tells a new story of Australian art.