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Concerns about the potential for a mouse plague in the Wimmera are growing, with conditions increasingly ideal to support large populations.

History shows improved responses to mice plagues

READING through national newspaper archives to get a sense of what mouse plagues have been like throughout the Wimmera’s history can be an unsettling experience, even if the truth

26 November, 2025

With summer approaching, regular grassland observations are more important than ever to help track fire risk across Victoria. Edenhope CFA volunteer, Ian Hiller has a weekly task for about six months of the year, augmenting satellite data that informs the CFA on fire risk across Victoria. The CFA provides training and tools (such as the card Ian is holding) and is calling on more people to participate in the data reporting. For the record, Ian said the paddock pictured was “between 40 and 50 per cent” cured.

CFA calls for community volunteers to monitor grasslands

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VicGrid personnel were denied access by hundreds of farmers at Ben Duxson's gate. Ben Duxson (left) talking to VicGrid personnel (right).

Farmers campaign gathers momentum

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Japanese encephalitis is rare but potentially serious and is caused by a virus transmitted through mosquito bites. Mosquitoes are usually active from mid-spring to late autumn in south-eastern Australia and health authorities recommend using mosquito nets, and screen windows and doors on dwellings.

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Japanese encephalitis virus detected locally

THE Department of Health has confirmed the first detection of Japanese encephalitis virus in mosquitoes for the...

2 December, 2025

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Apprentice experiences life in the fast lane

An agricultural apprentice from Warracknabeal had the opportunity to...

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Oh what a million: Gary Driscoll’s LandCruiser honoured after reaching 999,999km

THERE’S no doubt Nhill-based stock, station and real estate agent, Gary...