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Move over Giant Koala, Horsham’s set to unveil a 15-metre Giant Florrie. The towering slab of crumbed meat, ham and cheese will be built on a man-made island in the Wimmera River.

New ‘big thing’ planned for Wimmera River

Move over, Giant Koala, Horsham has a new big player in town. Wimmera Mallee News can reveal top-secret plans to attract scores of tourists from across the world following the

1 April, 2026

The autumn firewood collection period is now open. Because supply is limited, priority access may apply for local residents or communities that rely heavily on firewood. In some areas, collectors may be required to prove residency. Firewood collection rules and limits apply and penalties apply for those caught breaking the rules.

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Dr Burke’s new book ‘Succession’, explores the human aspects of succession planning, an aspect she has seen consistently neglected, even by those who have prepared well.

Succeeding at succession planning

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Wimmera Machinery Field Days president Harry Young (second from right) with new life members Alister Cameron (left), Darryl McCrae and John Aisbett.

Field Days bounce back after rain

DESPITE the cancellation of the first day after over 100 millimetres of rain fell for a few days before on the...

10 March, 2026

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United against legislation

Several farmers have described recent changes to state legislation...

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Rain cancels opening day of Wimmera Machinery Field Days

WITH saturated ground creating significant problems following major...

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Ken Hateley unsure about his fire damaged paddocks

Ken Hateley stands on the tiny remaining piece of land surrounding his...