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Yarriambiack Shire Council is inviting community feedback on a proposed variation to Dunmunkle Lodge Inc’s existing 50-year lease with them, which currently covers the management of seven housing units in Warracknabeal, Murtoa, Hopetoun and Rupanyup.

Community feedback invited on retirement units

Residents are encouraged to provide input on the future of the Woomelang Retirement Units.

6 August, 2026

Yarriambiack Shire Council mayor Andrew McLean.

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Warracknabeal students have shared their ideas directly with Yarriambiack Shire Council chief executive Tammy Smith, highlighting transport, recreation, safety and accessibility. Photo credit: SUPPLIED

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Students’ ideas could help shape Warracknabeal’s future

Hindmarsh Shire Council has recorded one of its strongest satisfaction results in recent years, rising to 61 out of 100 in the 2026 survey.

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Hindmarsh rating rises, road concerns persist

Council backs tough budget - feature photo

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Council backs tough budget

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Yarriambiack Shire Council's overall performance has improved, but sealed roads remained a concern for the community across the municipality. Sealed roads index score is up by 7 points from last year, but still the lowest among all core measures.

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Yarriambiack satisfaction improves, but Warracknabeal residents flag roads

With only a short time to look over the details, Yarriambiack Shire Council has already noted several details in Tuesday's Federal Budget of concern.

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Rural concerns grow: Yarriambiack Shire Council wary of federal budget impact

The value of glass collection services for and by Yarriambiack Shire Council have been impacted by the Container Deposit Scheme.

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'We did go early' says council

Yarriambiack Shire welcomes the state budget funding aimed at supporting regional housing, community facilities and local investment.

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Council welcomes boost

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Rail freight concerns after Sunshine Hub changes

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Council raises alarm over Sunshine rail changes

Roads inside Donald Mine Footprint will be permanently closed

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Four roads to close within Donald mining licence

Renowned artist Adnate has returned to Sheep Hills with a new work honouring the late Uncle Jack Kennedy, a Wotjobaluk Elder, WWII veteran, and lifelong advocate for Aboriginal rights.

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Uncle Jack Kennedy honoured in new silo artwork by Adnate

Yarriambiack Shire Council mayor Andrew McLean says youth, safety and infrastructure were key priorities in 2025, with projects completed from Warracknabeal to Murtoa and Rupanyup.

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Mayor reflects on a year of progress

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