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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Second World War air crash site memorialised

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

By Lauren HenryWith the Second World War underway, in September 1940, 26-year-old Horsham man David Anderson enlisted for the Royal Australia Air Force. Pilot Officer Anderson was based at the Royal Air Force station at Honeybourne, south of Birmingham in England, when he undertook a non-operational navigational exercise in a Hudson V9127 aircraft on February 10, 1942. It was to become a fateful flight.
Horsham City oval pavilion plan dumped

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

By Lauren HenryHorsham City Oval’s new pavilion will not go ahead after Horsham Rural City Council pulled the pin on the project. At an unscheduled confidential meeting on Monday night, councillors debated the city oval pavilion funding agreement, which was in partnership with the Federal Government. In January, it was announced that council had successfully been granted $4,805,000 in funding under round two of the government’s Growing Regions Program.
‘No Go Cubico’ at Woomelang meeting

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

By Lauren HenryTense and combative discussions ensued at a Cubico community information session at Woomelang on Thursday. A ‘No Go Cubico’ community rally at Woomelang Town Hall attracted about 100 people, as well as vehicles and farm machinery displaying signs against renewable energy projects.
Councils relay concerns to minister D’Ambrosio

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

By Lauren HenryMinister for Climate Action, Energy and Resources and the State Electricity Commission Lily D’Ambrosio met with four Wimmera councils last week, discussing a series of issues including VicGrid’s proposed Victorian Transmission Plan.
Hockey teams fight to keep in touch

1 week ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Simon King

By Simon KingAs the Wimmera Hockey Association season approaches its midway point with round seven this weekend, several teams are facing critical matches that could define their chances later in the season. After some big moves on the open ladder last weekend, this week could see another reshuffle in the middle of the ladder.
Rain welcome relief as drought continues

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

By Lauren HenryA great sense of relief was felt across the Wimmera and Grampians at the weekend as decent rain put moisture in dry soil. While farmers and leaders have welcomed the rain, they have also warned the region was still in need of drought assistance. The rain comes after the State Government’s new Drought Response Taskforce met for the first time, with Premier Jacinta Allan travelling to Camperdown to chair the meeting.
Farm tour shows unfolding drought crisis

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

By Lauren HenryFarmers across the Horsham municipality met with Regional Cities Victoria chairman Shane Sali last week to discuss drought conditions, policies and support. Mr Sali was appointed to the State Government’s Drought Response Taskforce, which met in Camperdown on Friday, following Mr Sali’s visit to Horsham. The taskforce, chaired by Premier Jacinta Allan, will provide advice on further help for farmers, as well as broader support for impacted businesses and communities.
Hockey resumes - The Weekly Advertiser

2 weeks ago | theweeklyadvertiser.com.au | Simon King

By Simon KingAfter a break last weekend, the Wimmera hockey community will travel west for the first time this year to Kaniva, where round six promises several captivating games on Saturday. After five rounds, each opponent has been played once, so strengths and weaknesses are now known, and teams are aware of what they need to do to stay in the premiership race, which will lead to some intense hockey in the coming weeks.
Northern Grampians Council pushes for alternate VNI West project

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

By Bronwyn HastingsNorthern Grampians Shire Council will advocate for an alternative to the VNI West project. Councillor Murray Emerson moved a motion at council’s Monday meeting that ‘council does not support the State Government’s VNI West project in its current form’.
Reconciliation walk a symbol of ongoing journey

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

By Lauren HenryMore than 100 people marked National Reconciliation Week in Horsham on Wednesday last week, participating in a community walk and ceremony atRiverfront Meeting Place. Horsham Rural City Council hosted the event, while Indigenous people and several teams from Horsham organisations joined to acknowledge the nationwide initiative. Local organisations, groups and community partners also contributed to the Horsham Reconciliation Display Board.