THE Bureau of Meteorology yesterday issued a statement that rainfall in April was below average for western, southern and central parts of the country and the eighth-driest April on record for South Australia.

IN 2023, Off the Rails Dunkeld (OTRD) received a donation from Lost in Sculpture (an exhibition which ran biennially in Dunkeld from 2009 to 2015) to be used creatively through an artistic project.

A look back at previous editions of the paper 50 and 25 years ago

THE Southern Grampians Shire Council (SGSC) has launched a revamped new-look website focused on providing a greater user experience for residents.

A WEEKEND of laughter and companionship, as women from across the state (and some from South Australia) gathered to celebrate their rural connection. Benalla will be the destination for next year’s, and Hamilton in 2026 - so pop them in your calendar.

WALLACEDALE dairy farmers, Josh Keightley and Remeny McCann prove anything can be done when you put your mind to it and stick to the plan.

THE Victorian Government has been forced to approve an emergency increase to the debt caps of four Victorian water corporations – including Wannon Water - following project cost blowouts and revenue shortfalls.

THE Hamilton Basketball Association season rolled on with round two games this week, including some big wins for Division 1 teams.

GREG Richards’ story telling prowess comes, in part at least, from his travels as a boy.

WESTERN Victorian residents will no longer face aggressive or persistent sales tactics from energy companies after a successful campaign for a ban on telemarketing and doorknocking.