The Wimmera Mail-Times
Wednesday, 10 August
Goolum Goolum hosts successful careers exhibition
TRADE: Two children trying out a trade. Picture: CONTRIBUTED
Nick Ridley • 51m ago
Horsham Livestock Exchange takes FMD precautions to protect industry
PRECAUTIONS: New biosecurity measures have been introduced at the Horsham Livestock Exchange to combat the potential spread of foot and mouth disease. Picture: ALEX DALZIEL
Rail freight focus group planned
Andrew Miller
RAIL IMPROVEMENTS: Re-sleepering works are part of the rail upgrades, being carried out on the rail freight network.
Horsham District finals venues announced by league
Alex Blain
2019 football premiers
Share your tribute to Australia's sweetheart Olivia Newton-John
Ayden Dawkins Peter Angelopoulos • 1hr ago
Olivia Newton-John. Photo: The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images
Holden Commodores recalled over brake issue
Kim Chappell • 1hr ago
File photo. Photo: AAP Image/Julian Smith
How stargazers can hook a 'Sturgeon Supermoon'
Rosie Bensley • 2hrs ago
The Supermoon emerging from the clouds in 2017. Photo: Adam McLean
Wimmera caravan parks receive multi-million dollar boost from Victorian government
Alex Dalziel
FUNDING: Wimmera caravan parks are set to benefit from a $4 million investment from the Victorian government. Picture: FILE
Updated
Farmer finds body in paddock near Wycheproof
Picture: FILE
Alex Gretgrix
Prestigious award for Grampians winery
Gregor Heard
EASY RIESY: Nicole Thomson, Best's Wines, was delighted with the success of the winery's 2021 Foudre Ferment riesling, which took out James Halliday wine of the year last week.
Farmers flock back to face to face Mallee field days
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Josh Heal, Waringa sales representative, with an Equalizer planter.
Gregor Heard
Cash stolen from Warracknabeal Special Development School
Read the fine print on insurance policies, say small producers
Andrew Miller
INSURANCE ISSUES: Anthony Kumnick, Great Western Granary bakery, Great Western, has hit hurdles, in trying to extend his insurance cover.
Tristar Medical Group practices sold
Peter Kennedy
SALE: Tristar Medical Group's clinic in Horsham. Picture: FILE
Horsham shivers its way through another frosty start, more expected
COLD: Frosty grass in Horsham. Picture: ALEX DALZIEL
Alex Dalziel
District 17 firefighters boost skills with structure fire course
FIRE: District 17 firefighters training at the Victorian Emergency Management Training Centre in Longerenong. Picture: Bronwyn Hastings
Horsham Scouts awarded for service and dedication
AWARD WINNERS: 4th Horsham Scouts' David Timms (left), Qunitin Murphy, Margaret Isaacson and Jason Hay. Picture: ALEX DALZIEL
Alex Dalziel
Vale: community mourns a passionate advocate
Cassandra Langley
Priviledge: Northern Grampians Shire mayor Tony Driscoll said he was honoured to lead the community and council. Picture: FILE
Grampians Health's Regional Director Hospitals - East is committed to healthcare
Cassandra Langley
NEW ROLE: Kate Pryde is responsible for the day-to-day operations of hospital services in Ballarat, and also strategic oversight of medicine, specialty medicine and emergency services for Grampians Health as a whole.

Today’s Paper

Read the latest edition online

Discover

Access The Courier

Your subscription also includes access to The Courier.

Discover

Newsletters

Get the latest Breaking News alerts and Daily Headlines straight to your inbox.

Discover

Real Estate View

The trusted source for property.

Discover

Stories from My Region
Graphic Content
Decapitated, mutilated kangaroo found in Ballarat
1hr ago
The decapitated kangaroo that was found.
Photos
Wheelie bin melted to nothing as Wendouree house burned
Gabrielle Hodson • 11m ago
BIN: This yellow-lidded wheelie bin was left almost unrecognisable after it ignited a house fire in Primrose Street. Picture: Gabrielle Hodson.
Former Sovereign Hill volunteer found with child abuse material
Ellie Mitchell
Cameron Tougher, of Wendouree, in 2019. Tougher has pleaded guilty to three charges relating to child sex abuse material in the Ballarat Magistrates Court.
Two more CHFL coaches announce they are stepping down
David Brehaut • 2hrs ago
TIME FOR CHANGE: Skipton joint coaches Sam Willian, left, and Andrew Pitson will focus on playing for the Emus next year.
Goolum Goolum hosts successful careers exhibition
Nick Ridley • 51m ago
TRADE: Two children trying out a trade. Picture: CONTRIBUTED
The Courier
Digital subscriptions include access to The Courier. Visit site

Get the latest Horsham news in your inbox

Sign up to receive our Breaking News Alerts and Daily Headlines featuring the best local news and stories.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Ad
National
Iconic lolly discontinued in Australia
Picture: File image
Kayla Osborne • 2hrs ago
Olivia Newton-John's fierce crusade for animals, environment
Nadine Morton
CARING: In 1977 Olivia Newton-John went to Namibia in southwest Africa to help raise awareness of the plight of cheetahs. Picture: Instagram/@therealonj
Tentacles thrown in spectacular battle for the seas
Amandine Ahrens • 1hr ago
An Australian fur seal tackling an octopus was a spectacular sight for whale watching cruise passengers on August 6. Photo: Sophia Quach
SA MP loses bid to halt deception case
Tim Dornin • 13m ago
Fraser Ellis is charged with 23 counts of making fraudulent claims for a parliamentary allowance. (Kelly Barnes/AAP PHOTOS)
Real Australia
Guess mine is not the first heart broken
Jodie Bruton • 21m ago
Olivia-Newton John and John Travolta were a match made in heaven for producers of coming of age musical film Grease (1978).
Commonwealth Games
Five stars who shone at Birmingham 2022
Emma McKeon of Australia with one of the six golds she won at Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham. (AP PHOTO)
No bull - Brum's Games were just bostin'
Ian Chadband
Birmingham's Raging Bull symbolised a splendid Games that didn't take themselves too seriously. (AP PHOTO)
Gold and silver for Australia in javelin
John Salvado
Michelle Jenneke has produced another fast time in the women's 100m hurdles final in Birmingham. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Horsham District finals venues announced by league
2019 football premiers
Alex Blain
Efficient Magpies setting hot pace
Howard Kotton
HOT PIES: Nick Daicos is having a stellar debut season adding to Collingwood's on-field success which could see the Mapgies as a premiership contender. Picture: Getty Images
Want to share sport results, draws or teams?
Rats hold firm against the Burras, Dimboola fly under the radar
Ben Fraser
A nine second-half goals to the visitors helped them take the 62-point win, cementing them in fourth place with a game clear of the Horsham Demons. Picture: BEN FRASER
Rupanyup enjoy win, Kalkee and Harrow-Balmoral sit hot on their heels
Ben Fraser
GRAB: Rupanyup's Jack Musgrove takes a strong mark near the goal square despite pressure from two defenders. Musgrove kicked 12 goals for the Panthers. Picture: BEN FRASER
AFL
Dangerfield set for Geelong AFL return
Patrick Dangerfield (l) and Joel Selwood (r) both missed the St Kilda win, but should face the Suns. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS)
Alex Mitchell • 44m ago
Dees coach Goodwin shrugs Grundy AFL link
Shayne Hope • 2hrs ago
The Demons have reportedly held talks with injured Collingwood ruckman Brodie Grundy (l). (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Carlton star Cripps fails at AFL tribunal
Oliver Caffrey
Carlton's Patrick Cripps has lost his bid to overturn a two-match AFL ban for rough conduct. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Eagle Hurn backed to play on in 2023
Justin Chadwick
West Coast are tipped to re-sign veteran defender Shannon Hurn for 2023. (Gary Day/AAP PHOTOS)
Swans veteran Kennedy to retire from AFL
Justin Chadwick and Oliver Caffrey
Sydney Swans great Josh Kennedy is to retire from the AFL at the end of the season. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
Heartbeat of Australia
How local news affects your wellbeing
Professor Sora Park
The good, bad, ugly sides of social media
Anita Beaumont
Healthy balance: Rupert Saunders, a psychologist and the national clinical adviser for headspace.
Why Teneille took the treechange leap - and she's part of a growing trend
Nadine Morton
COUNTRY MOVE: Teneille Rennick and her children Elsie, 2, and Harrison, 5, are among the tree changers who moved to Orange. Picture: Jude Keogh
PropertyReal Estate View
Upsize the family and enjoy this modern light-filled home
Stylish home presents as new with modern features and more
Picture perfect property for lifestyle, work and play
What's On
What's on in the Wimmera and Grampians
EVENT: Individuals can enjoy a Pacific Islanders Traditional Talent show at Stawell Town Hall from 6pm - 11.30pm. Picture: FILE
What's on in the Wimmera and Grampians
GLAMPING: Wanderlust Glamping will host a glamping event at 36 Cemetery Rd, Great Western that will begin at 2 pm. Picture: FILE
What's on in the Wimmera and Grampians
OPEN MIC: Individuals can enjoy an open mic Take the Stage music event at the Stawell Golf Club from 7pm - 10pm. Picture: FILE
Recommended
A 10-day floral extravaganza at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
A floral tribute to Frida Kahlo at FEMMES, Edinburgh, UK. Picture: Supplied
Remarkable women in bloom at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
A floral tribute to Elizabeth I at Fleurs de Villes, Covent Garden on display in London. Picture: Supplied
The stunning, natural beauty on New Zealand
Emma Brown
Top to tail: From Auckland on the North Island to Queenstown on the South Island, this rail and road tour has something for everyone.
Community
Join our Super Scoop Birthday Club
Scamwatch: As interest rates rise, people looking to invest in bonds are falling victim to these type of scams
SHODDY INVESTMENT: Losses suffered by Australian victims of imposter bond scams increased by 265 per cent in the first half of the year, compared to the same period last year.
A winter cold strikes once more | A Mum's World
Yolande Grosser
Photos and Video
Coalition snubs jobs summit as 'stunt'
Peter Dutton has been invited to attend the government's jobs and skills summit but won't attend. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Maeve Bannister and Tess Ikonomou • 1hr ago
Share your tribute to Australia's sweetheart Olivia Newton-John
Ayden Dawkins Peter Angelopoulos • 1hr ago
Olivia Newton-John. Photo: The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images
Forced veganism: No meat if foot and mouth risk became reality
Isabel Bird
Meat prices, including beef, pork and lamb, would rise if foot and mouth outbreak occurred in Australia Picture: Stephen Leonardi
Olivia Newton-John's fierce crusade for animals, environment
Nadine Morton
CARING: In 1977 Olivia Newton-John went to Namibia in southwest Africa to help raise awareness of the plight of cheetahs. Picture: Instagram/@therealonj
Opinion
The nuclear submarine proposal is not getting enough scrutiny
Margaret Beavis
How much more secure are we with new submarines? Picture: Shutterstock
Comment
Thirty-three of my closest friends
Ben Fraser
Triggering change, palm oil & electric vehicles
Ben Fraser
A bumpy week of biopsies
Yolande Grosser
Stories fromExplore
Book Now
Stories fromThe Senior
Book review: Backyard Buddies
Illustrator Andy Geppert
Therese Murray
Watch those hovercraft fly, spin and thrill
John Piggott
HOVERNAUTS ARE GO: Competitors line up for a sprint event at Lake Bonney in 2019.
Museum volunteers revved up about showroom
Rowan Cowley
HOLDEN A CANDLE: Trafalgar Holden Museum president Neil Joiner says everybody should know about the crucial role the famous Australian company played in the nation's history.
Stories from Stock and Land
Find out why lamb prices have gained momentum in Victoria and NSW
FAMILY ACTION: Dom and Leo Leach with Trevor Roelofs and Tess Leach, Walpeup, at Ouyen's recent sheep market.
Leann Dax • 1hr ago
Kevlyn stud's $20,000 ram 'a good indication' the wool market is going well
Philippe Perez
PROUD SALE: Co-stud principals Jack, Lynne and Jack Beaton, Kevlyn, Coojar with Nutrien stud stock Merino specialist Stephen Chalmers and their ram KLN 210011 which sold for $20,000 in a private on-farm sale.
Agricultural contractor fined after complaints of odour
FINE: Toohey Ag Contracting Pty Ltd were handed the $9087 fine by Victoria's Environmental Protection Authority for not providing any information on an odour coming from their property.
Rail freight focus group planned
Andrew Miller
RAIL IMPROVEMENTS: Re-sleepering works are part of the rail upgrades, being carried out on the rail freight network.
'Walk the walk' on sustainability, says Fonterra executive
Andrew Miller
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Fonterra Farm Source director Matt Watt says environmental ambitions are good but companies need to demonstrate how they are meeting them.
Life & Style
Pub classics keep diners coming back
The tender sirloin with pepper sauce and mash and (left) the radicchio and rocket salad with sherry vinaigrette
Ian Moore
So what is it that's in short supply? Basically everything
Sam Hollier • 2hrs ago
Tesla's factories in Berlin and Austin are "money furnaces" at the moment. Photo: Shutterstock
Trialling digital delivery of educational programs to reach more students in need
The Smith Family is trialling an online educational delivery environment to help students in need. Picture: Supplied.
Stories fromDrive