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Latest News

West Wimmera Shire Council is inviting residents to attend a series of community drop-in sessions as part of consultation for the 2025-2029 Council Plan.
The Council Plan is a key strategic document that sets the direction for Council over the next four years.
It outlines the priorities, goals and actions needed to support the health, prosperity and sustainability of the region.

Council responds to community concern

Published on 04 July 2025

West Wimmera Shire Council is aware of community concern following the recent conviction of Indigenous elder Ron Marks for possessing child abuse material.
Mr Marks previously visited kindergartens and playgroups across the shire as part of cultural incursions.
These visits occurred after his arrest in 2021 but prior to his conviction.

Funding boost for three sporting projects

Published on 02 July 2025

West Wimmera Shire Council has secured funding for three infrastructure projects in Goroke and Kaniva, supporting safer, more accessible and modern sporting facilities.
Council has secured $1.308 million from the State Government’s Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund round two, for three separate projects:

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Public Notices

Notice of Application for a Planning Permit - 722 Mitre Rd Nurcoung

On display until 30 July 2025

The land affected by the application is located at: 722 Mitre Road, Nurcoung, Vic 3401

The application is for a Permit to: 2 lot subdivision & certification

The applicant for the Permit is: Dean Maybery

The application reference number is: PA1204

West Wimmera Shire Council adopts 2025/26 budget

On display until 18 July 2025

West Wimmera Shire Council formally adopted its Budget and Annual Plan for 2025/26 at its Council Meeting on 27 June 2022.

Copies of the adopted 2025/26 Budget and Annual Plan are available for inspection at Council’s Customer Service Centres at Baker Street, Kaniva and Elizabeth Street, Edenhope, and on Council’s website.

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Upcoming Events

Austdrive Youth Driver Training

19 July 2025

Harrow Bush Nursing Centre is proud to host two vital youth driver training programs this July, helping to build safer drivers through hands-on education and expert guidance.

Volunteers Morning Tea – Edenhope

21 July 2025

West Wimmera Shire Council warmly invites all Edenhope volunteers to a special morning tea to recognise and celebrate the outstanding contribution of local volunteers.

This event is an opportunity to say thank you for the time, care and dedication shown in supporting the Edenhope community.

Emissions and Productivity Workshop - Kaniva

22 July 2025

Farmers in the West Wimmera region are invited to attend a free workshop in Kaniva focused on the relationship between farm emissions and productivity. As national and global businesses face new requirements to report on carbon emissions, farmers are increasingly expected to provide emissions data throughout the supply chain.

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Have Your Say

Draft Asset Management Plan

Submissions closing on 29 August 2025, 05:00 PM

West Wimmera Shire Council (WWSC) is seeking community feedback on the draft Asset Management Plan. The plan is a key document that outlines how Council will manage infrastructure and assets over the next 10 years to ensure they continue to meet community needs.

Help shape the future of West Wimmera

West Wimmera Shire Council is preparing a new Council Plan for 2025–2029 and is calling on the community to help shape the future of the region. This four-year plan will guide Council’s strategic direction, priorities and actions to support the liveability, sustainability and prosperity of West Wimmera.