HRCC Responds to Japanese Encephalitis Virus Detection Published on 03 December 2025 In response to the recent detection of Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV), Council is taking proactive steps to protect the community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Horsham’s Future Community Spaces Secured with Council’s New Strategy Published on 01 December 2025 Community facilities, such as halls, libraries, sporting pavilions, early years centres, and recreational spaces are essential for fostering social connection, promoting health and wellbeing, and supporting community life at all stages. The Strategy’s goal is to ensure these spaces are inclusive, welcoming, accessible, and fit-for-purpose for everyone in the community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Cr Klowss Declared Mayor of Horsham Rural City Council Published on 28 November 2025 Cr Klowss had previously stepped in as Acting Mayor in October this year when Cr Ian Ross took a leave of absence. Cr Ross was elected as Mayor following last year’s local government elections. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Domestic Animal Management Plan Sets Course for Safer, Happier Pets Published on 28 November 2025 The plan focuses on promoting responsible pet ownership, safeguarding animal welfare, and highlighting the many benefits pets bring to our lives. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Fundraiser Success and Community Demand Lead to The Wesley’s Reopening Published on 27 November 2025 After a long eight years, the Wesley will re-open. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council welcomes SEC funding boost, secures meeting with Minister Published on 27 November 2025 SEC says it will invest $100,000 per year in community projects – up from its previous figure of $70,000 per year – during the 30-year life of the park. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Wimmera Southern Mallee Alliance Published on 25 November 2025 Representing Buloke, Hindmarsh, Horsham, Northern Grampians, West Wimmera, and Yarriambiack, the Wimmera Southern Mallee Alliance was formed to deliver enduring social, economic, and environmental value for local communities through collaborative leadership and coordinated action. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council supports inclusion of Williams Road footpath in future budget Published on 25 November 2025 A request for the footpath was first submitted in February 2025. At that time, the assessment found the proposal to be outside Council’s normal service standards, primarily due to Weldon Power Court being zoned Rural Living. Tagged as: , Media Releases
HRCC sets dates for 2026 meetings Published on 25 November 2025 Meeting dates are set for 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Work starting on Bennett Road Shared User Path upgrade Published on 21 November 2025 The upgrade is designed to enhance safety for all road users, especially students from Horsham College, and to improve connectivity between west Horsham and the riverfront. Tagged as: , Media Releases