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A family legacy spanning generations, with (from left) Sharlene, Richard, Marj and Geoff McGinniss pictured with their grandsons Lachlan, Aidan and Connor outside Geoffrey's Menswear. For 50 years, the Warracknabeal business has dressed locals, built long lasting customer relationships and remained part of the town's retail history.

More than menswear: a family story

From bell bottoms to business suits, Geoffrey's Menswear is celebrating 50 years of keeping Warracknabeal looking sharp.

29 October, 2026

Karen Hinch receives her award from Chief Operating Officer Ben Kelly.

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Nurse honoured for 45 years of care

Wimmera Mallee News

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Jeparit education hub given the green light

The 40th Birchip Art Show will run from Friday, October 30, to Sunday, November 1, at the Community Leisure Centre.

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Birchip Art Show around the corner

Residents in Horsham, Dimboola and Warracknabeal will be welcoming a nbn fibre optic cable connection over the next few years, enabling much faster internet.

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nbn fibre network expanding in Wimmera

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The Menzies Symposium has launched a fundraising campaign to raise funds to keep Jeparit’s former Uniting Church and hall in community hands. Jeparit Congregation member Campbell McKenzie (middle) stands with Hindmarsh Shire Council's Cr Chan Uoy (left) and Cr Roger Aitken (right), and Menzies Symposium Committee members Wendy Werner and secretary Gabby Williams.

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'Community cornerstone' for sale

Eli Simpson, Izzie Ratabua, Mia Roberts, Londyn Beasy and Reeva Schack.

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Mallee connections shine in Swan Hill

Ollie getting into the Halloween vibe with his skeleton costume.

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Tower Park events coming up

The Container Deposit Scheme in Dimboola notched up a million units in July last year and continues to raise valuable funds for the town through community grants and the Dimboola Dollars programs. But angry yelling recently directed at volunteers from those having trouble with operating the machines has been condemned by the Lions Club, making it clear abuse “will not be tolerated by anyone”.

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Container Deposit Scream

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Leadership Wimmera graduates participate in an outdoor activity as part of the program, which has supported more than 750 regional leaders since 2002.

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Leadership program leaves a lasting mark

A look ahead: Plans for upgrades to the Goroke Swimming Centre will include improved change rooms, accessible facilities, shade structures, and pool infrastructure. Photo credit: Goroke Swimming Centre

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Goroke pool upgrade plans backed by council

Uniting Horsham's art exhibition brings together a diverse collection of creative works that explore self expression and mental wellbeing. Photo credit: NATALIE ANDERSON

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Uniting Horsham looks beyond the canvas for connection, creativity

Dr Elia Pirtle credits the wider Project Platypus and Biolinks teams for her Landcare award.

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Wimmera Landcare champions honoured

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