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Weekly advertiser sport Annual Team Teal fundraising event at Horsham trots. As part of the 2023–2024 Victoria Police Corporate Plan, an additional 502 police officers and an extra 50 protective services officers will be deployed across the state. “He rode with Horsham Cycling Club until he was nearly 16, then he went to try out at the Horsham velodrome with his uncle, Gordon Taylor,” she said. Jan 29, 2025 · Key findings in the Essential Service Commission s Water Performance Report - include increased water usage and higher water bills for customers across Victoria but more opportunities for water businesses to support customers seeking financial hardship support A typical GWMWater owner-occupier customer s annual bill increased from in - to in - while a renter s annual bill increased from to in Feb 7, 2024 · By Abby Walter Single-member police stations in Rupanyup and Speed are once again home to officers who are looking forward to working with and for the community Senior Constable Andy Grimes who is stationed at Rupanyup said he believed working in a rural setting was more rewarding than working in a metropolitan area I love the job I come to work I do my job and I go home I don t take work with The Weekly Advertiser asked the State Government for answer to when they would make a formal request to the Federal Government for more disaster recovery support, and what was the hold-up; if the premier was planning to visit the fireground soon and meet with fire-affected residents and business owners; and when would the State Government Aug 21, 2024 · PROGRESS: Horsham West and Haven Primary School west campus community reached a fundraising milestone in its campaign to redevelop the west campus courtyard – resulting in the sliming of two staff members. 6 days ago · Stawell Sports and Aquatic Centre has been a hive of activity throughout summer with residents and visitors making the most of opportunities to take to the water Gentle Aqua classes have been well-attended averaging more than participants twice a week The class for people aged and older is designed to encourage people to be active while creating opportunities for social connection There has Jan 15, 2025 · The networks will start operation on July 1. Jun 26, 2024 · An East Grampians Health Service research project into a community-based modified sport program for people over years of age has been published in the Australian Journal of Rural Health Led by EGHS exercise physiologist Jake Romein A community-based modified sport program for rural community-dwelling older adults A pilot study aimed to identify the factors influencing participation in a Jan 15, 2025 · Lutheran schools at Horsham, Dimboola and Nhill are now operating as Wimmera Lutheran College, following the announcement last year by Holy Trinity Lutheran College, St Peter’s Lutheran School and Nhill Lutheran School that they would amalgamate. A nearly $5-million in State Government funding is set to boost four Wimmera sport and recreation projects. Nov 6, 2024 · Following the gala, Skills and TAFE Minister Gayle Tierney announced two new grant programs to further support Learn Local providers. V/Line long distance passengers on services that arrive in Melbourne after 6:00pm will also enjoy free travel. The Wimmera Machinery Field Days is in full swing this week after a successful day one of the annual major event. PHOTOS: Horsham hosts annual Victorian Country Cup 8-Ball Tournament. READ IT HERE! Sport. Dec 18, 2024 · Saturday s District Wimmera swim meet at Warracknabeal attracted entrants and visiting clubs of Kerang Ballarat GCO Ballarat Gold and Maryborough joining Ararat Horsham St Arnaud and Warracknabeal swimming clubs Ararat Swimming Club members entered individual events and relays winning the Neil Ross Shield with the most aggregate points The club s Emily Perazic was the best performing swimmer Feb 5, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray Ladder leader Horsham Lawn is flexing its muscles with less than a month remaining in the Central Wimmera Tennis Association pennant season defeating second-placed Central Park handily at the weekend The reigning premiers have been near perfect in their title defence this season with their only loss coming to the Parkers in round three A rematch in round eight was washed Oct 9, 2024 · By Colin MacGillivray. Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly executive officer David Berry said the downward trend in COVID-19 indicated potential for a brighter end to 2020 for senior sport. Feb 7, 2024 · A teaching duo with international experience has stepped up to the plate to fill crucial vacancies at Minyip Primary School. An extra 58 police officers have begun deployments across Wimmera stations. READ IT HERE! The entire October, 30, 2024 edition of AgLife is available online. Born and raised in Donald, Mr Allen played in the town’s 1963 premiership in the North Central Football League. The entire July 12, 2023 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. New data from West Wimmera Health Service has highlighted health, wellbeing and liveability outcomes for nine regional towns across the Wimmera and southern Mallee. 1. Dec 18, 2024 · “More than 200 young people were consulted after the youth strategy was born in 2018,” she said. Jan 22, 2025 · By David Berry Phantoms Volleyball Club will enter the Victorian Premier League season with a new coach at the helm of the premier men s team President Ben Hassell said longtime member and foundation player Matthew Berry would take the reins of the premier men s team for the new season in a non-playing capacity as the club ramps up its men s program in order to take the next step Matthew s Dec 29, 2024 · However assessments are still underway so the damage bill is likely to increase. 11,737 likes · 1,335 talking about this. Jul 27, 2021 · Community sport is allowed to resume this weekend but only with players and people required to run games. One of the Wimmera’s most decorated football coaches has added another major accolade to his resume, with Stuart Farr winning the AFL Victoria Stan Alves Youth Coach of the Year award for 2024. Operation Encompass involved police officers from the Wimmera teaming up with specialist units from Melbourne such as the Public Order Response Team, PORT, the dog squad and State Liquor Unit, to saturate Horsham, Stawell, Ararat and smaller towns across the region. Dec 18, 2024 · “Local sports are an integral part of rural communities. A free weekly newspaper featuring news and sport from across the Wimmera, Mallee and Jan 8, 2025 · A new running event is set to make its debut this year with an inaugural Horsham Half Running Festival planned along the Wimmera River in September The event will include a half marathon for runners with -kilometre quarter marathons also available for runners or walkers Organisers will also include a free two-kilometre children s race aimed at competitors under the age of Depending on interest Nov 20, 2024 · E-Paper News Sport Community Arts Entertainment Business & Finance Health & Lifestyle Archive Get In Touch Purchase Classified Situations Vacant Contact Us Competition T&Cs. The rules heavily influence regional football, netball and hockey, which usually require several people and fans to function appropriately. Feb 7, 2024 · nbsp nbsp Silverware Wimmera Girls Cricket League juniors Zarli Knight Lilly Reading and Ayva Mitchell recently played in a winning tournament for Geelong Cricket Club at the Women s Premier Cricket U Marg Jennings Cup Reading finished not-out in the grand final as Geelong set a target of - in the -over format Knight took two wickets and Mitchell joined her in Geelong s bowling attack as they Nov 13, 2024 · By Lauren Henry Natimuk residents have vowed to continue fighting Parks Victoria s plan to ban a majority of rock climbing at Mount Arapiles The small community turned out in force on Wednesday evening to oppose the changes to the Dyurrite Cultural Landscape draft management plan News of an updated plan was released by the State Government late last Monday prior to the Melbourne Cup public Jul 10, 2024 · By Simon King The run to Wimmera hockey finals begin in earnest this week with round nine which will see big games with several teams prospects on the line Following the final competition bye round for the season last weekend teams now embark on a seven-week run to finals starting with a big round of matches at Davis Park in Nhill on Saturday The ladder has a familiar look with the teams Nov 27, 2024 · By Lauren Henry New Horsham Rural City Council Mayor Ian Ross has vowed to lead an effective and functional council with genuine community consultation to restore the community s trust Cr Ross was officially elected mayor at a statutory meeting on Thursday last week where all councillors were sworn into their roles Cr Ross representing Pine Lake Ward was the only incumbent councillor re Dec 4, 2024 · A Horsham man who allegedly fled the state after a fatal collision in Great Western in has been extradited A warrant was issued for the man when he failed to appear at court on Thursday last week He was on bail in relation to one count of dangerous driving causing death The charge relates to a collision on the Western Highway in which claimed the life of a -year-old Horsham woman In a joint 6 days ago · By Lauren Henry. Aug 14, 2024 · Mr Decker’s mother Val Decker said he had been ‘dedicated to – obsessed with – the sport of cycling since he started BMX riding as a five-year-old’. Jul 19, 2023 · Two Wimmera football exports Joel Freijah and Oscar Gawith represented Victoria Country at the AFL National Championships throughout June and July Freijah who hails from Horsham Saints played all four rounds while Gawith a Minyip-Murtoa export was called up for the final two rounds Gawith was named in the best players in both games Freijah shone in the final game against Victoria Metro with Oct 30, 2024 · The Ararat Redbacks continued to climb the Country Basketball League men s south-west division standings with their second win of the season on Saturday Playing on the road against the Hamilton Hurricanes the Redbacks started slowly but hit top gear in the second quarter hitting five three-pointers in the term including four from playing coach Josh Fiegert Fiegert was unstoppable for much of May 20, 2020 · Former Wimmera resident Steve Davies has added his thoughts on Wimmera sporting stars by providing his best football team of players who were born or recruited from the Wimmera to play in AFL-VFL Mr Davies now of Geelong left the region in and after seeing The Weekly Advertiser s top- sports stars was compelled to put forward his thoughts He was particularly keen to see former Geelong star Jun 26, 2024 · “Whether it’s related to a religious tradition or more to nature or sport or whatever, I would like to run some events related to that. David Plant’s most recent teaching post was in Japan, while Isobelle Cameron has returned to the Wimmera after working in the United Kingdom. This new facility will help to provide more opportunities for women and girls to get involved with our local sporting groups,” she said. Aug 21, 2024 · By Lauren Henry . The leading source of sports news in Adelaide plus opinion and analysis. ” Jan 22, 2025 · St Andrews cemented top spot on the Grampians Cricket Association ladder with a two-wicket win over Swifts-Great Western on Saturday The Saints are now points ahead on the table with just three rounds to play Batting first and on the back of in-form Aiden Graveson the Combine s innings reached - at the end of the overs with Jacob Dunn s useful runs bolstering the total The Saints innings Feb 19, 2025 · Grampians Health’s Horsham laundry, named Wimmera Group Linen Service, will continue services for local businesses. Sport. 2024 East Grampians Business Awards in Ararat. A free weekly newspaper featuring news and sport from across the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians The Advertiser Sport. Dec 18, 2024 · By Colin MacGillivray. Sep 7, 2022 · Thousands of Wimmera sport ing followers are rejoicing the long-awaited return of football and netball finals this fortnight. READ IT HERE! Nov 27, 2024 · Wimmera athletes recorded impressive results at this month s Tri State games in Portland The Tri State Games are an annual week-long competition supporting all-abilities athletes from Victoria New South Wales and South Australia This year six teams from the Wimmera region Wimmera Weapons Warrack Warriors Just Better Care Horsham Rockets Horsham Heat and JR Crew competed at the games along with Nov 13, 2024 · Pittsburgh Pirate added another country cup to its name taking out the Ararat Gold Cup on Sunday Trained by Henry Dwyer of Ballarat Pittsburgh Pirate won by two-and-a -half lengths to Staunch with Lottaroc finishing third Pittsburgh Pirate with jockey Neal Farley aboard won the St Arnaud Cup last month nbsp After the -metre race Farley said it was great to be a part of the horse s success He The Weekly Advertiser. “The lake used to be the hub of activity for all of Natimuk back in the day with the big festivals, kids learning how to swim and water skiing. Jan 22, 2025 · The Love Your Mum afternoon high tea, organised by five community-minded women – Mary and Teresa Marchesini, Helen Fisher, Lee Elliot and Robyn Lardner – is being recognised for community event of the year. Growing turnout at Wimmera eight-ball competition Oct 9, 2024 · As has been reported in The Weekly Advertiser, NGSC has been embroiled in controversy over the treatment of Councillor Lauren Dempsey by some members. Jan 24, 2024 · A new support group program in the Grampians and Wimmera will address menopause in workplace settings nbsp Women s Health Grampians has received a grant of to establish nbsp Menopause Work nbsp It was among non-government organisations across Victoria to receive State Government funding to establish local health and wellbeing support groups that are designed by women for women nbsp Menopause Jan 29, 2025 · Want The Weekly Advertiser delivered FREE to your inbox? Subscribe now! TREASURE: Sisters Lisa Fulton, left, Tanya Stanley, and Kylie Christian, represented by her son Jasper, received letters written to them by their mother Marie and sealed in the Lions Club of Horsham time capsule 25 years ago. Nov 20, 2024 · Wimmera trades businesses are celebrating Federation TAFE s new engineering centre at its Horsham campus which provides the cutting-edge equipment and education for apprentices to learn their trades Officials business owners and apprentices yesterday gathered at the official opening of the centre which includes a state-of-the-art engineering workshop and learning spaces kitted out with Dec 18, 2024 · The entire December 18, 2024 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. Seven people were arrested as part of a targeted four-day police operation across the Wimmera. Several young Wimmera athletes have ended 2024 on a high note, with success in state and national-level events. May 8, 2024 · BLACK RANGES Secondary students from across the region gathered at Stawell for the School Sport Victoria Black Ranges athletics competition last week Tanisha Campbell of Stawell College won a long jump Dusty Wethers of Marian College Ararat broke the high jump record for - year-old boys Click Here For GalleryDarcy Venn Marian College Black Ranges athletics competition at Stawell Brodie Foster Jan 22, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray. The entire February 19, 2025 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. While it’s usually all roads leading to the Wimmera Events Centre at Longerenong during the field days, maintenance works at the Dooen rail crossing led to detours for those travelling on the Wimmera and Henty highways from the north. Oct 5, 2022 · The state government invested $800,000 through a Sport and Recreation Victoria Female Friendly Facilities grant. Crews, aircraft and heavy machinery continue to focus on consolidating containment lines, treat remaining active fire and hotspots, blacking out the fire edge, and burning out unburnt areas while the weather is favourable to contain lines and stop the spread of the fire. Jul 17, 2024 · By Lauren Henry. From 3pm to 5pm at Wimmera River between Wimmera and Anzac Centenary bridges, Southern Waters Ski Show Team performance. Breakfast, guest speaker, entertainment, awards presentation, citizenship ceremony. Nov 19, 2024 · Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision in Buangor this afternoon Investigators have been told a car and truck collided on the Western Highway about pm The yet-to-be-identified driver of the car died at the scene The driver and passenger of the truck were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are Jan 29, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray West Wimmera sent an ominous message on day one of its grand final rematch against reigning Horsham Cricket Association A Grade premier Homers piling on - at Nhill s Davis Park The ladder-leading Warriors were sent in by the visiting Pigeons after losing the toss but after losing opening batsman Jobe Dickinson for six immediately put their stamp on the game Fellow opener Dec 11, 2024 · Musician Don Papst has retired from playing regular gigs with his band at Haven Market he and various line-ups of Key Change have played each month since the market began years ago Mr Papst who has just celebrated his st birthday said ill health has brought about the decision My health is going backwards when I don t want it to he said I ll have to stop for a little while maybe two months we Jan 8, 2025 · By Bronwyn Hastings Wimmera tennis players successfully represented the region at the th Inter-Regional Country Championships which started at Creswick on Friday Finishing in third place on points behind South West on and winners Barwon on points the Wimmera was one of seven Victorian divisions to enter the three-day tournament Wimmera regional tennis events co-ordinator Brendan Nitschke said Nov 27, 2024 · The entire November 27, 2024 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. The Weekly Advertiser top 20. Sporting leaders are making final preparations for an influx of The Weekly Advertiser. Community Sport Minister Ros Spence announced 26 new infrastructure projects across Victoria on Friday, which will share in more than $20- million of funding from the government’s Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund. Sep 25, 2024 · The overall Spirit of Football and Spirit of Netball awards for the year were presented at Horsham District and Wimmera football netball leagues’ grand final days. Sep 18, 2024 · “If we can have water in that lake, that provides for recreational water sports, fishing, yabbying and birdwatching – people come from all over the world to look at our birdlife,” she said. People can view the feasibility study and concept plans online via hrcc. Feb 5, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray Horsham s Tony Caccaviello will lead the Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly WRSA from Monday after the board announced his appointment as its new executive officer last week Mr Caccaviello will take over the role from long-serving executive officer David Berry who in December announced he would step down after years with the WRSA Mr Caccaviello has been Yarriambiack Shire Aug 6, 2024 · Click Here For GalleryMia Rees HDFNL Harrow-Balmoral netballer Mia Rees pictured with Harrow Police Leading Senior Constable Alan Perry began her netball career in the Moddies Her dedication and love for the sport is shown in her commitment to every aspect of the game whether it s training sessions game days or seizing any opportunity to improve her skills Brenton Pavey WFNLStawell Warriors Dec 4, 2024 · He was particularly known for his healing powers of osteitis pubis, having successfully treated AFL Brownlow medallist Chris Judd in 2009. Feb 12, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray A nbsp squad of young Horsham athletes excelled at the Little Athletics Victoria State Combined Event Championships in Bendigo on February and Horsham Little Athletics Centre sent athletes to the championships with each athlete receiving a combined score for their participation in between four and seven events Horsham athlete James Burton finished third overall in under Jan 24, 2024 · Horsham Rural City . A free weekly newspaper featuring news and sport from across the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians Apr 8, 2020 · But what about motor sports, our top-10 netballers, tennis or hockey players and sporting shooters and so on? But remember – we’re talking about a region spanning from Ararat district to the South Australian border, the southern Mallee and southern Wimmera. Abbie Bates, Alicia Birtles, Thea Hinchcliffe, Jane Astbury, Lisa Haddow, Jessica Tucker, Jacqueline Grayling, Blake Cox, Wian Stears. Grouped together by geographic regions, the networks aim to support improved co-operation between local services, ensure doctors and specialists are available to care for patients closer to where they live, deliver clearer pathways in and out of hospital, and support better waitlist management across a region. READ IT HERE! Related. Feb 14, 2024 · By Sean O Connell The countdown is on for Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly s Sports Star of the Year awards taking place on Friday night The field for the main award the sports star of the year has been narrowed down to six nominees ahead of the event nbsp It includes Logan Young Jed Hermans Remo Luciani Hailey Puls Jorja Clode and Kate-Lyn Perkin Sports assembly executive director David Berry Dec 20, 2024 · To bid farewell to 2024, catching a train, tram or bus is your best ticket for the night with free travel from 6:00pm on New Years Eve. Horsham Rural City Council is moving towards encouraging more participation in sport and physical activity in the community. 6- million over three years, and the Technology and Digital Grant Program, worth $500,000, available from next year, will help Learn Local providers across the state to embrace new technologies. Sport. 2021 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. Jun 26, 2024 · An East Grampians Health Service research project into a community-based modified sport program for people over years of age has been published in the Australian Journal of Rural Health Led by EGHS exercise physiologist Jake Romein A community-based modified sport program for rural community-dwelling older adults A pilot study aimed to identify the factors influencing participation in a Sep 18, 2024 · Ararat Eagles confirmed their status as Mininera and District Netball Association s top side atoning for a shock semi-final loss against Tatyoon with an eight-goal win against the Hawks in Saturday s grand final The Eagles set the pace all season in the A Grade competition going undefeated in the home-and-away campaign to top the ladder But in a semi-final on August they faltered against Feb 7, 2024 · By Abby Walter. 19,585 likes · 6,076 talking about this. Keep up-to-date with all of the major stories and have your say The Weekly Advertiser is a free weekly newspaper featuring news and sport from across the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians regions. You’re going to have to know your regional sport. New women's football competition ‘a game The entire March 13, 2024 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. Community Sport Minister Ros Spence announced the state government contribution on Wednesday. Horsham West Primary School’s Jack Sawyer represented Victoria at the School Sport Australia Track and Field Championships in Sydney from November 28 to December 2, winning a bronze medal as part of the 11-year-old boys four-by-100-metre relay team. Aug 9, 2023 · nbsp ACTIVE Instructor Beau Cross above is running an eight-week Kelly Sports program at Ss Michael and John s Primary School in Horsham The after-school program brings fundamentals of different sports to primary school children Cross is hoping to deliver the program to all schools in the Wimmera nbsp Pictures PAUL CARRACHER nbsp The entire August edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available Jul 12, 2023 · It also considers population and sport participation trends. May 22, 2024 · Former Essendon champion Reg Burgess of Apsley died on May leaving a legacy of one of the Wimmera s most decorated footballers He is survived by wife Margaret three children John Susan and Sharon as well as six grandchildren in Ben Madeline Georgia Tom Emily and Daniel Edenhope-Apsley Football Netball Club last month recognised the th anniversary of Burgess debut with Essendon Now retired to Jan 8, 2025 · Money raised during a mental health-focused round backed by the Wimmera and Horsham District football netball leagues last year will support three local initiatives in Last season the leagues inaugurated CheckMate Round with a goal of shining a light on and raising money for mental health support In December the Wimmera District Football Netball Association announced it would donate raised Nov 6, 2024 · Ararat Cup Day on Sunday is set to feature heart-stopping races fabulous fashion and fun for the whole community Patrons can choose to enjoy the day with family and friends on the lawn under an umbrella or buy a ticket to The Grand Lounge and Bar Ararat Turf Club is this year putting an emphasis on encouraging local residents to attend cup day which offers on-course entertainment and racing Nov 20, 2024 · E-Paper News Sport Community Arts Entertainment Business & Finance Health & Lifestyle Archive Get In Touch Purchase Classified Situations Vacant Contact Us Competition T&Cs Sep 25, 2024 · By Lauren nbsp Henry It was a grand final for the ages capped off with a thrilling lead-changing fourth quarter to decide the Wimmera league senior premiership Winning back-to-back premierships Ararat s class and will to win shone through at Dimboola Recreation Reserve in front of more than spectators nbsp Click Here For GalleryWFNL Grand Final Ararat vs Southern Mallee Thunder Ararat premiers Feb 21, 2024 · By Lauren Henry Residents affected by two Grampians National Park bushfires last week have begun the road to recovery after one-third of Pomonal s houses were burnt in the blaze Pomonal lost homes while one home burnt at Dadswells Bridge along with a string of sheds fencing and other assets The fires started by dry lightning strikes on a catastrophic fire danger day on February required a Oct 21, 2020 · While gymnastics and other non-contact sport can go ahead for juniors, there is still uncertainty surrounding when senior-level indoor sport can restart. Councillors have noted a requirement to develop a Horsham Municipal Active Recreation and Sport Strategy and endorsed a funding commitment to a Sport and Recreation Victoria Local Sport and Infrastructure Fund application of $43,648. ” Dr Wilson was one of 18 finalists in the ‘outstanding contribution by a rural general practitioner’ award, and said he still enjoyed all aspects of his work. The Learner and Program Sustainability Grants, worth $6. READ IT HERE! Dec 11, 2024 · A Warrnambool angler has reeled in the catch of a lifetime winning the Victorian Fisheries Authority s Rocklands Metery competition and a tackle voucher Just over a year since the competition began fisher Luke Smith landed a -centimetre cod at Rocklands Reservoir cementing its reputation as a drawcard fishery The reservoir was one of the lakes to benefit from the State Government s fish Mar 3, 2025 · Mining companies will now not be permitted to host a site at this week s Wimmera Machinery Field Days In a statement released on Sunday the field days committee cited community safety due to the risk of antagonistic behaviour and the threat of disruptive boycotts as the reason behind the decision The last-minute decision comes as WIM Resource planning its Avonbank mine at Dooen and Astron Jan 29, 2025 · The entire January 29, 2025 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. Feb 19, 2025 · Horsham Swimming Club came away winners of a team competition at St Arnaud Swim Meet on Saturday Swimmers competed strongly in challenging conditions with strong wind gusts and cool temperatures The meet was well attended with swimmers representing different clubs with Horsham nbsp Swimming nbsp Club winning the day with points St Arnaud was runner-up on points with Ararat Swimming Club By Sean O Connell The newest team to enter the Wimmera league has decided its team colours and full name ahead of next year s football and netball season The amalgamated club formed from previous Wimmera league club Southern Mallee Giants and Horsham District league club Jeparit-Rainbow will be called Southern Mallee Thunder The Thunder has adopted teal black and white colours and the emblem Jan 29, 2025 · Horsham trainer-jockey duo Paul Preusker and Dean Yendall celebrated a victory at Saturday s Great Western Cup with seven-year-old gelding Brawl storming home to win the feature race Yendall sat Brawl astern of the pack for much of the -metre race as the Thomas Carberry-trained Kokonotsu led the way from pre-race favourite Chimed Brawl remained in last place at the final turn but thundered Feb 7, 2024 · By Abby Walter Single-member police stations in Rupanyup and Speed are once again home to officers who are looking forward to working with and for the community Senior Constable Andy Grimes who is stationed at Rupanyup said he believed working in a rural setting was more rewarding than working in a metropolitan area I love the job I come to work I do my job and I go home I don t take work with Aug 21, 2024 · PROGRESS: Horsham West and Haven Primary School west campus community reached a fundraising milestone in its campaign to redevelop the west campus courtyard – resulting in the sliming of two staff members. 8-Ball The Weekly Advertiser is a FREE weekly newspaper featuring news and sport from across the Wimmera, Mallee and Grampians regions. 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Nov 13, 2024 · By Lauren Henry Natimuk residents have vowed to continue fighting Parks Victoria s plan to ban a majority of rock climbing at Mount Arapiles The small community turned out in force on Wednesday evening to oppose the changes to the Dyurrite Cultural Landscape draft management plan News of an updated plan was released by the State Government late last Monday prior to the Melbourne Cup public Feb 5, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray Brim-Kellalac-Sheep Hills came within two wickets of the first outright win of the Horsham Cricket Association A Grade season on Saturday defeating Lubeck-Murtoa handily at Brim Sent in to bat on the first day of the two-day match on January the Eagles piled up runs behind a century from Tim Bell The Mudlarks resumed at - in reply on Saturday and despite a patiently Jul 10, 2024 · By Simon King The run to Wimmera hockey finals begin in earnest this week with round nine which will see big games with several teams prospects on the line Following the final competition bye round for the season last weekend teams now embark on a seven-week run to finals starting with a big round of matches at Davis Park in Nhill on Saturday The ladder has a familiar look with the teams Nov 27, 2024 · By Lauren Henry New Horsham Rural City Council Mayor Ian Ross has vowed to lead an effective and functional council with genuine community consultation to restore the community s trust Cr Ross was officially elected mayor at a statutory meeting on Thursday last week where all councillors were sworn into their roles Cr Ross representing Pine Lake Ward was the only incumbent councillor re Dec 4, 2024 · A Horsham man who allegedly fled the state after a fatal collision in Great Western in has been extradited A warrant was issued for the man when he failed to appear at court on Thursday last week He was on bail in relation to one count of dangerous driving causing death The charge relates to a collision on the Western Highway in which claimed the life of a -year-old Horsham woman In a joint Feb 7, 2024 · The committee distributed $3000 to each of Phoenix Animal Rescue, Beyond Community Inclusion, Horsham Rural City Band, Riding for Disabled Horsham, Wimmera Against Cancer in Kids, Horsham Christian Emergency Food Centre, Horsham Falcons Soccer Club, Horsham Motor Sports Inc, Kannamaroo Festival, Horsham City Pipe Band and fundraiser Phoebe’s Oct 29, 2024 · Wimmera Football Netball League has announced its fixture for the nbsp season The season will nbsp officially begin on April Warrack Eagles will have a bye in the first round nbsp premiers Ararat host Stawell for the nbsp annual Good Friday game nbsp on Friday April nbsp it will be considered the clubs round-three nbsp match-up Speciality rounds include Anzac Day in round two when Horsham and Nov 13, 2024 · By Bronwyn Hastings Central Wimmera Tennis Association s pennant match between Central Park and St Michaels served up five tie-breaks and seven sets apiece The result came down to games nbsp with Central Park - defeating St Michaels - at home with an injury and subsequent forfeited games seemingly having an impact on the final scores nbsp St Michaels Karen Rees was paired with Kassie Peachey Apr 24, 2024 · By Colin MacGillivray Ararat Eagles got their Mininera and District football season off to a great start at the weekend but there were mixed results for other teams in the region The Eagles beat SMW Rovers to with three goals each to Tom Cousins and coach Tom Taurau leading the way Also handy for the Eagles were Ryan Weppner Mason Kelly Jackson Taurau Luke Briggs and Sam Summers While Ararat Nov 13, 2024 · By Colin MacGillivray West Wimmera had a point to prove as it faced Horsham Cricket Association newcomer Brim-Kellalac-Sheep Hills for the first time on Saturday The Warriors have set the pace in the association s A Grade competition for much of the past two seasons winning the two-day grand final in - and last season s one-day grand final But it was the Eagles who had impressed early in 6 days ago · Stawell Sports and Aquatic Centre has been a hive of activity throughout summer with residents and visitors making the most of opportunities to take to the water Gentle Aqua classes have been well-attended averaging more than participants twice a week The class for people aged and older is designed to encourage people to be active while creating opportunities for social connection There has Mar 27, 2024 · By Abby Walter Horsham Lawn is Central Wimmera Tennis Association pennant champion for the - season after a four-set victory against Central Park Despite the convincing margin Central Park did not make it easy for Horsham Lawn to win with only eight games the difference at the end of the day Graeme Wood and Tahlia Thompson were standouts for Horsham Lawn winning three sets each nbsp Click Here Oct 23, 2024 · A nbsp thrilling photo-finish to the Horsham Cup was the icing on the cake in what was an outstanding success for Horsham Racing Club More than people packed Horsham Racecourse on Sunday to enjoy not only an eight-card event but perfect weather to socialise enjoy live music and participate in Fashions on the Field nbsp Click Here For GalleryLauren Dempsey Briggette Woodstock Mel Wade Ruth Aug 14, 2024 · Support for migrants and refugees in the Wimmera Southern Mallee will continue thanks to in Federal Government funding secured by Wimmera Southern Mallee Development The settlement program delivered by the not-for-profit regional development leader has helped hundreds of new arrival families and individuals to find their feet in communities across the region The Federal Government has The entire October 30, 2024 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. vic. Sep 25, 2024 · An effort to restore Horsham s historic Wesley Performing Arts and Cultural Centre will receive a shot in the arm with the Rotary Club of Horsham East set to donate the proceeds of this year s Wimmera Art Fair to the building The Wesley served as a performing arts venue until its closure in with Horsham Rural City Council and local community groups attempting to restore and re-open the Feb 19, 2025 · VETERANS RETURN The Wimmera District Veteran Golfers Association had one of its best attendances for the first event of with players including women attending Nhill Golf Club Rainbow golfer Mark Edelsten was the winner of the A Grade division with points from runner-up Stuart Bone of Nhill Horsham s Steve Harris won the B Grade division with points with Toolondo s Wayne McDonald taking second Sep 25, 2024 · An effort to restore Horsham s historic Wesley Performing Arts and Cultural Centre will receive a shot in the arm with the Rotary Club of Horsham East set to donate the proceeds of this year s Wimmera Art Fair to the building The Wesley served as a performing arts venue until its closure in with Horsham Rural City Council and local community groups attempting to restore and re-open the Oct 30, 2024 · More than trucks live music food and family entertainment will feature at the Driller Transport Horsham Truck Show at Horsham Showground this weekend Organisers are expecting more than trucks in categories of competition from historic restorations to modern-day working rigs and rigs from the farm to the highway Event co-ordinator Stephen Carman said aside from the truck show component of the Jan 15, 2025 · The networks will start operation on July 1. Aug 9, 2023 · nbsp ACTIVE Instructor Beau Cross above is running an eight-week Kelly Sports program at Ss Michael and John s Primary School in Horsham The after-school program brings fundamentals of different sports to primary school children Cross is hoping to deliver the program to all schools in the Wimmera nbsp Pictures PAUL CARRACHER nbsp The entire August edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available Feb 7, 2024 · A teaching duo with international experience has stepped up to the plate to fill crucial vacancies at Minyip Primary School. Jan 31, 2024 · Horsham Flying Club s Horsham Week gliding competition begins on Saturday Horsham Week based at Horsham Aerodrome involves morning sessions for weather safety and terrain briefings before competitors spend each afternoon flying Flight courses can span to kilometres and gliders are judged on distance and speed The event is the biggest in the club s calendar and is one of the longest-running By Colin MacGillivray Independent candidate for Wannon Alex Dyson visited Ararat last month to meet with residents and hear their concerns as the build-up begins towards next year s federal election Mr Dyson has contested Wannon at the past two federal elections as an independent candidate emerging as a serious challenger to incumbent Liberal member Dan Tehan In Mr Dyson received per cent of Feb 14, 2024 · By Lauren Henry Two bushfires in the Grampians National Park remained out of control late yesterday prompting emergency warnings to several communities advising residents it was too late to leave The fires came after emergency services warned yesterday would be the worst fire-risk day for five years with a catastrophic fire warning for the Wimmera A Total Fire Ban TFB declaration was made for Feb 21, 2024 · The entire February 21, 2024 edition of The Weekly Advertiser is available online. Nov 27, 2024 · By Colin MacGillivray Horsham Hornets can lock up top spot on the Country Basketball League men s south-west division ladder with a win against regional rival Ararat this weekend The Hornets are coming off a successful double-header in round eight beating Portland - in a physical road game on Saturday before returning to Horsham Basketball Stadium to deal Terang a - loss on Sunday The results 6 days ago · Stawell Sports and Aquatic Centre has been a hive of activity throughout summer with residents and visitors making the most of opportunities to take to the water Gentle Aqua classes have been well-attended averaging more than participants twice a week The class for people aged and older is designed to encourage people to be active while creating opportunities for social connection There has May 22, 2024 · nbsp By Lauren Henry Councils and transport bodies have welcomed the Federal Government s investment of million into the Maroona to Portland rail line Announced in the Federal Budget last week the money to upgrade the rail line which starts at Maroona west of Ararat is part of million from the government s Infrastructure Investment Program allocated to the Australian Rail Track Corporation Nov 13, 2024 · The top honour for Business of the Year, sponsored by Ararat Rural City Council and Greater Ararat Business Network, went to Ararat Physio and Co. Spectators are banned. au. “A blackboard was installed on the front of the building for people to write ideas for the site, and in 2019 the site was renamed ‘The Station’ by the then-youth council to honour the previous life of the building, as a fire station. I am a foundation member of Women for Council – NGSC, and I think it is time for change, a new 21st century way of conducting ourselves as leaders in our community. Chloe Bibby signs on in WNBA with Golden State Valkyries. Horsham: From 7am at Sawyer Park. Feb 5, 2025 · Two teams of eight-and-under soccer players from Ararat showcased their skills at the Major League Junior Soccer Summer s Tournament in Ballarat last month The six-a-side tournament saw the Redbacks teams compete against other young players from Ballarat Colac Maryborough and Warrnambool Tyler Hamilton coached both Ararat sides which encouraged each other throughout the tournament The first Feb 19, 2025 · Horsham College was School of the Year for its outstanding results at School Sport Victoria events, as well as its progress in creating an inclusive and engaging sporting culture. Feb 12, 2025 · By Colin MacGillivray Reigning Horsham Cricket Association A Grade premier Homers hopes of a top-two finish hang in the balance after day one of the competition s penultimate round on Saturday The Pigeons have an opportunity to dislodge Brim-Kellalac-Sheep Hills from second place on the ladder with a win but face a stiff challenge after being bowled out for on day one of their two-day match Feb 21, 2024 · By Sean O Connell Horsham Hockey Club is hoping to attract new players of all ages and abilities to the sport with a host of events beginning this week Junior co-ordinator Launa Schilling said the club in conjunction with Hockey Victoria was spending the week visiting Horsham primary schools to promote the sport to students nbsp The roadshows are to help promote hockey because it s probably Mar 31, 2021 · Jed Pohlner, Zac van Buuren and Jack Hicks at Holy Trinity Lutheran College athletics sports. Aug 21, 2024 · By Lauren Henry A nbsp shock draw between Ararat and Nhill has impacted ladder positions in Wimmera league senior football Playing at Nhill s Davis Park the Rats took a -point lead into halftime but with a finals spot on the line the home side kept chipping away nbsp Click Here For GalleryBilly Lloyd SMT Stawell vs Southern Mallee Thunder Coleman Schache SMT celebrates a goal Stawell vs Feb 7, 2024 · By Sean o connell An eventful weekend has resulted in Horsham Hornets men s team qualifying for a home grand final while the Hornets women s season has come to an end The Hornets men will have an enthusiastic home crowd behind them when their grand final against Mt Gambier Lakers begins at pm on Saturday at Horsham Basketball Stadium nbsp Click Here For GalleryHorsham Hornets celebrate a Max May 22, 2024 · Former Essendon champion Reg Burgess of Apsley died on May leaving a legacy of one of the Wimmera s most decorated footballers He is survived by wife Margaret three children John Susan and Sharon as well as six grandchildren in Ben Madeline Georgia Tom Emily and Daniel Edenhope-Apsley Football Netball Club last month recognised the th anniversary of Burgess debut with Essendon Now retired to Jan 13, 2016 · To get involved contact: Horsham Sports and Community Club Ph 5382 6262 Proudly supported by: 3WM, MIXX FM and The Weekly Advertiser • Horsham Churches • Christian Emergency Food Centre Jan 8, 2025 · Money raised during a mental health-focused round backed by the Wimmera and Horsham District football netball leagues last year will support three local initiatives in Last season the leagues inaugurated CheckMate Round with a goal of shining a light on and raising money for mental health support In December the Wimmera District Football Netball Association announced it would donate raised Feb 5, 2025 · nbsp By Colin MacGillivray After nearly years of competition Grampians Cricket Association s - senior season will be its last for the foreseeable future At an extraordinary delegates meeting on Monday night the association s clubs resolved to disband the senior competition which currently comprises only five teams effective at the end of the season GCA president Matt Dean said with Swifts The Weekly Advertiser. gov. 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Oct 9, 2024 · By Lauren Henry The preferred easement of the VNI West transmission line project will be released to the public later this month after firstly notifying affected landowners The Victoria to New South Wales Interconnector project proposes a high-capacity double-circuit overhead nbsp transmission nbsp line that will cut across agricultural land forming a conduit between the Western Renewables Jan 22, 2025 · For people chasing a genuine grassroots thoroughbred race day the Seppelt Great Western Cup is on offer on Saturday Race-goers can kick start the Australia Day long weekend with a unique race day where peole can enjoy up-close racing action plus a day of entertainment and activities The Ararat RSL Fashions on the Field is a race day feature and this year the club welcomes Melbourne-based five Nov 20, 2024 · By Colin MacGillivray Horsham Saints came heartbreakingly close to their first win of the Horsham Cricket Association A Grade season falling two runs short of Laharum in a thriller at Coughlin Park at the weekend Saints skipper Gary Davidson won the toss and sent the visitors in a decision that took little time to pay off as Laharum s top-order faltered Pradesh Kudililparambil had Demon Dayan Feb 5, 2025 · For the first time in more than a decade, a charity cricket match between members of Victoria Police and staff at Ararat’s Hopkins Correctional Centre will take place at Gordon Street Recreation Reserve. 11,766 likes · 2,234 talking about this. May 15, 2024 · By Lauren Henry. She said the funds would support more sports infrastructure at a ‘fantastic’ sports precinct. In a statement on Friday, Mr Fraser said Grampians Health made the decision in the wake of equipment breakdowns at the Horsham plant last year, which led to its temporary closure. Water skier Peter Smith proves age is no barrier to be sports star. bprmwo lvxmh dfvx fsvmk lrdv fvhupr biehj uns wgv ytwco fwuqz mwqwbzi xym ijer qct