Horsham Weekly Advertiser

The Weekly Advertiser, located in Horsham, the heart of the Wimmera region, is distributed to residences, businesses, and farms in key areas throughout the locality. This publication focuses on regional news and topics, emphasizing a “family” atmosphere in its editorial content. Prominent local figures are often highlighted in its news sections.

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Stawell Hospital delivers its second theatre

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

By Bronwyn HastingsGrampians Health Stawell’s second operating theatre was officially opened last week with a tour showcasing staff effectiveness, flow, and patient journey considerations alongside start-of-the-art equipment and facilities. Representatives from fundraising groups The Foundation, Stawell Hospital Auxiliary and Y-Zetts, along with the executive, board and project group, builders Q Construction, and consumer reference group attended the opening of the $5.15-million addition.
Fun for all at Warracknabeal Easter festival

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

By Bronwyn HastingsA street parade, market, live entertainment and a vintage rally are among the attractions listed for the four-day Warracknabeal Easter Festival, which begins on Friday. Warracknabeal Action Group committee member Tamara Bandy said a free cemetery tour, along with competition golf and bowls, and the Wimmera Christian Easter Convention, begin the festivities. “The cemetery tour sounds a bit quirky, but I attended it last year and thoroughly enjoyed it,” she said.
A guided path helps Ivan Smith

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

By Bronwyn HastingsIvan Smith’s white cane has given him more pairs of eyes than his own when he is out in the Horsham community – and he is thankful for the assistance people offer. “I don’t always need help, but I’ll either say ‘yeah, that’ll be good, thanks’, or ‘no, I’m right, thank you’,” he said. “I find people are very good here. I appreciate the fact they want to ask.
New Rupanyup daycare to open

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

By Bronwyn HastingsA family daycare service will open at Rupanyup’s new Dunmunkle Community Library Precinct in coming weeks, with Yarriambiack Shire councillors unanimously approving it at their March meeting. Mayor Kylie Zanker said historically, there had been no formal family daycare or in-venue care services available at Rupanyup, a need highlighted during the community consultation stage of the precinct’s redevelopment.
A night to be fabulous at Dimboola for Steampunk

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

“Traders and festivalgoers alike gave positive feedback; a few of the traders said it was phenomenal – best trade ever,” he said. Volunteer firefighters were part of the parade, in recognition of their efforts during the Little Desert National Park fire. “It was amazing to have their presence, they looked really smart in full uniform. I felt really proud for them, and the community applauded them really well,” Mr Chan said. About 3000 people attended Saturday night’s volunteer-run event.
Fed Uni growth plan

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Lauren Henry

By Lauren HenryFederation University is calling for the major federal political parties to back a $28-million skills investment package in the Wimmera-southern Mallee region. Development of the university’s Wimmera Southern Mallee High Growth Community Partnership proposal will boost TAFE capacity, support community wellbeing and expand access to education to support the region’s economic development and resilience.
Siren sounds for Stawell Sportspower

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

By Bronwyn HastingsShane and Robyn Young have been the faces of Stawell’s Sportspower for the past 27 years – a joint desire to move on from their respective jobs in 1998 saw them take on an opportunity that came up ‘out of the blue’. Mr Young was a bricklayer with an injured back, and Mrs Young was working for a bank and facing possible relocation through a restructure. Neither of them saw employment longevity where they were.
Arapiles vigil a bid for solidarity

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Lauren Henry

By Lauren HenryOrganisers of a vigil for access at Mt Arapiles-Dyurrite Cultural Landscape on Easter Sunday have encouraged the wider public to join climbers in a bid for community solidarity. Ashlee Hendy and Felix Ritson, members of Arapiles District Community Group which has organised the mass, peaceful vigil, said the event was not just about advocating for access, but standing together as a community that values and respects Mt Arapiles.
Election wishlists – roads, housing top of list - The Weekly Advertiser

2 weeks ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Lauren Henry

By Lauren Henry Roads funding – for a Western Highway duplication, freight route upgrades and programs to boost rural roads – is at the forefront of Wimmera councils’ wishlists ahead of the 2025 federal election. The Weekly Advertiser requested details of what the Horsham, Ararat, Northern Grampians, Yarriambiack, Hindmarsh and West Wimmera councils wanted parties to commit to as election promises.
‘She’s a marvel’ – Nhill's May Craig reminisces on 104 years - The Weekly Advertiser

2 weeks ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Bronwyn Hastings

By Bronwyn HastingsAn example set by her ‘backbone of the country’ mother saw Nhill’s May Craig find, and take advantage of, rare opportunities presented to her as a young woman. She signed up for World War II service, danced with actor Chips Rafferty, and considers the 1939 Black Friday bushfires the most dangerous situation she has faced during her 104 years. Mrs Craig, speaking at Legacy’s monthly meeting, said she grew up on a farm at the Otways.