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Community invited to have their say on proposed flood planning changes

Published on 27 August 2026

West Wimmera Shire Council is seeking community feedback on proposed changes to flood-related planning controls in Harrow and Chetwynd.
Draft Amendment C38wwim proposes updated flood mapping and new planning controls to better reflect the risk of flooding in the two townships.
The proposed changes include new controls for areas at higher risk of flooding and updates to existing flood mapping.

Council welcomes investigation into pedestrian safety concerns

Published on 26 August 2026

West Wimmera Shire Council has welcomed confirmation that pedestrian safety concerns on the Western Highway in Kaniva are being investigated.

The Department of Transport and Planning has confirmed it is investigating the site to determine what interim measures may be appropriate while more permanent repairs are considered.

Key speed zone safety requests not supported for Goroke and Apsley

Published on 21 August 2026

West Wimmera Shire Council has expressed disappointment after the Victorian Government declined requests to reduce speed limits in Goroke and Apsley.

Council has received a formal response from the Minister for Roads and Road Safety regarding requests from Council and the local community for lower speed zones and improved road safety outcomes in both towns.

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Future-proof your family farm business at Kaniva

01 September 2026

Farmers are invited to participate in a 2-day workshop to help ‘future-proof’ your family farm business with adaptive planning skills. Develop practical strategies to manage climate risk, build resilience and shape a stronger, more adaptable business.

Edenhope Travel Talks: Let’s Go on the Sh!tbox Rally

03 September 2026

Join local Darren Ferluga as he shares his experience taking part in the 2026 rally with his cousin Cory. Hear about their adventure across some of Australia's most formidable roads and how they raised more than $13,000 for Cancer Council. No bookings are required.

Free sausage sizzle and a chat

10 September 2026

Free sausage sizzle and a chat is a local outreach event providing an opportunity for community members to drop in, grab a cuppa and have a relaxed chat with the Uniting team. The team will be available to answer enquiries, provide support and connect people with mental health, alcohol and other drugs (AOD), homelessness and other Uniting programs. No appointment is required.

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Draft Amendment C38wwim – Flood Studies

Submissions closing on 28 September 2026, 05:00 PM

West Wimmera Shire Council is exhibiting Draft Amendment C38wwim to the West Wimmera Planning Scheme.

The draft amendment proposes to implement updated flood modelling for local catchments and introduce updated flood-related planning controls in Harrow and Chetwynd. It also makes administrative changes to existing flood overlays in Dergholm and Connewirricoo.