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Sprout grows to share produce

A MONASH University student has created a new way for keen home growers to share, swap or sell their produce with their neighbours. Computer Science student Joe Sinclair created Sprout which launched just a week ago and has already seen a surprising...

Jessica Taylor
06 Apr 2020
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Camp grounds closed

At the direction of the Chief Health Officer of Victoria, Parks Victoria has closed all designated campgrounds and accommodation throughout all parks and reserves across Victoria from midnight on March 25, until further notice. Designated...

Debra Nelson
01 Apr 2020

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Probus suspends meetings

For the wellbeing and safety of their members, the Dimboola Probus Club executive have suspended all meetings throughout the period of the Coronavirus pandemic. At this stage nobody knows how long the pandemic will last. Probus South Pacific...

Debra Nelson
01 Apr 2020
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Fire danger period to end in region

The fire danger period (FDP) will finish at 1.00am on Monday April 6, in the municipalities of Horsham Rural City Council and West Wimmera Shire Council (remainder). CFA District 17 Assistant Chief Fire Officer Craig Brittain emphasised that while...

Debra Nelson
01 Apr 2020
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No mobile phones while riding bikes

RESIDENTS are being reminded that using a mobile phone on a bicycle is prohibited. It is prohibited, except to make or receive a phone call or to use its audio/music functions provided the phone: is secured in a commercially designed holder fixed to...

Debra Nelson
01 Apr 2020
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Dimboola Anzac service to be held from driveways

ANZAC Day services will be quite different this year, both in Dimboola and across the country, with stage three COVID-19 restrictions in place across Australia. RSL sub-branches across Victoria will not be holding their own ANZAC Day services, but...

Debra Nelson
01 Apr 2020

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Start of hockey season postponed

Due to a State of Emergency being declared in Victoria to combat coronavirus, the Wimmera Hockey Association (WHA) executive has decided to postpone the commencement of the WHA 2020 season until no earlier than the start of June. A decision on a new...

Jessica Taylor
27 Mar 2020
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Croquet breaks a record

On Tuesday of last week the Dimboola Croquet Club had its biggest ever turnout of 18 players, even with three regulars away. On a beautiful Autumn morning three newcomers turned up to give croquet a try: Faye Campbell, Shirley Thomas and Lis...

Debra Nelson
27 Mar 2020
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Antwerp claim maiden District Cup

ANTWERP has celebrated its first Dimboola & District Tennis Association premiership after a thrilling day of tennis on Saturday. On their home courts at the Health and Fitness Centre, Antwerp claimed what would appear a decisive win to claim...

Scott Stewart
27 Mar 2020
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Virus puts events on hold

SPORTING clubs across the district have been postponing or cancelling their events due to new restrictions around coronavirus. The Wimmera Hockey Association will postpone their season and reassess in late May. Association representative Simon King...

Jessica Taylor
20 Mar 2020
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Rowers compete in State Schools Regatta

YOUTH members of Dimboola Rowing Club travelled last week to compete against teams from across the state in the State Schools Victoria Regatta which was held on the Barwon River at Geelong. The Dimboola team got off to a great start with Tilli...

Debra Nelson
18 Mar 2020
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Mixed farming land sells

BILL Ower Real Estate reports the sale of mixed farming land at 266 Gil Gil Road Donald, comprising 360.48 hectares or 890.78 acres, which had been advertised for public auction on March 27. Owing to the cancellation of real estate auctions as part...

Jessica Taylor
06 Apr 2020
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Mouse hot spots in SA and Victoria cause concern

MOUSE numbers are building to concerning levels in parts of Victoria and South Australia, posing a potential risk to this year’s winter crops. The latest monitoring undertaken by the CSIRO through a Grains Research and Development Corporation...

Jessica Taylor
06 Apr 2020
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Time to put the brakes on slugs and snails

WIMMERA grain growers have been urged to monitor and manage slug and snail populations during a recent series of Agriculture Victoria-led presentations by crop pest specialist Dr Michael Nash. Dr Nash advised growers with snail issues to use...

Jessica Taylor
24 Mar 2020
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Graziers warned to beware of phalaris toxicity

SHEEP and cattle producers are being advised to keep an eye out for signs of phalaris toxicity which can lead to illness and sudden death in livestock. With the flush of new growth across the region following recent rainfall after a prolonged dry...

Jessica Taylor
24 Mar 2020
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Increase pulse inoculant in dry conditions

GROWERS planning to dry sow pulses on soils responsive to inoculation this season are encouraged to double the rate of peat inoculant or use a granular inoculant which delivers a high number of rhizobia at sowing to increase the likelihood of...

Jessica Taylor
24 Mar 2020
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Wimmera Machinery Field Days auction hits the mark

The inaugural Wimmera Machinery Field Days Ag auction last Thursday was a boon for exhibitors with most of the 40 lots flying off the auction block. Seven site exhibitors offered a mixture of old and new Ag equipment valued between $600,000 and...

James Thomas
17 Mar 2020
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Farmer pleads guilty to animal cruelty charges

A SHEEP farmer from Corack near Donald, recently pleaded guilty to animal cruelty in the St Arnaud Magistrates Court for failing to appropriately care for his sheep. The farmer pleaded guilty to two charges of failing to provide sufficient feed...

Jessica Taylor
17 Mar 2020
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St Patrick’s College exhibit for the future

While the Wimmera Machinery Field Days is dedicated to connecting farmers and suppliers, over time the event has come catered to the needs of parents concerned about their child’s future. As families wandered through the Moore Exhibition Centre...

James Thomas
17 Mar 2020
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Old Holdens become new favourites

SOON after the shock announcement of the retirement of the Holden brand for good, the value of Holdens have projected to have at least doubled. “We have been flooded with enquiries coming through our Classic Car Division Nationwide in the first 24...

Pub Lish
13 Mar 2020
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A well equipped little town for international designer

Lou Mason chose to move to Dimboola four years ago with her husband Clive. “Clive and I have made a home here...it’s a well equipped little town” Lou said. Many locals may already know Lou from her volunteer involvement in the community . Lou...

Debra Nelson
12 Feb 2020