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Victorians missing out on container cash
Victorians are throwing away thousands of dollars in potential refunds every day, with many eligible drink containers ending up in household rubbish bins instead of…
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Easter festivities start tomorrow
Gannawarra will be gearing up with activities, events and excitement this long weekend, from the roar of modified machinery in Quambatook to face‑painting and a…
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Authorities signal burn-off smoke
FIRE and environmental authorities have advised communities to expect lingering smoke as landholders get ahead on back burnings. Country Fire Victoria, Forest Fire Management Victoria,…
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Starray gives bang for buck
The Geely Starray EM-i sounds like something out of an old sci-fi movie. But it’s not and if you think that name is quirky, what…
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Easter campers urged to take care
A SURGE in mosquito numbers across the Mallee has triggered a public health warning, with authorities urging residents to act fast to avoid disease. Mosquito…
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It’s time to detox
RESIDENTS needing to rid their home of unused household chemicals will be able to do so for free. Sustainability Victoria is bringing its Detox Your…
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Celebrating Easter
Anglican Kerang Friday, 3 April 3 – Good Friday, 9.30am Stations of the Cross with Kerang Combined Churches. Atkinson Park. Sunday, 5 April – Easter…
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Gearing up for Easter
GANNAWARRA will be teeming with activities, events and excitement this long weekend, from the roar of modified machinery in Quambatook to face-painting and a visit…
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Wettest March in 80 years
KERANG has been drenched, recording its wettest March in nearly 80 years. The district received a total of 121.8mm of rain across nine days this…
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Sport
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Lions roar to first win
HAY claimed its first Central Murray A grade victory, overcoming Tyntynder in a physical opening round clash by 15 goals on Saturday. Despite both sides…
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Swans start season strong
A 15-GOAL to eight second quarter helped Swan Hill secure their first points under new coach Milly McDonald, with the Swans recording a 25-goal win…
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Golf Notes
KERANG Ladies Par – Wednesday, March 25 TEN women fronted up to play a par competition on Wednesday morning, with a very thick fog that…
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Bowls Notes
KERANG TWENTY four players enjoyed Black Duck Jackpot triples last week. The jackpot number was +12 and, unfortunately, our team finished on -12, prompting another…
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Swans spoil Storm party
AT the start of the season, new Swan Hill coach, Jason Murphy wanted his side to “become hated again” just like the Swans of old…
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Lions make statement
HAY has broken through for a landmark first victory in the Central Murray, defeating Tyntynder by 52 points in an emphatic performance at the Alan…
Entertainment
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Extraordinary collection of Tucker portraits
A RARE glimpse into the private world of one of Australia’s most influential artists is set to go on display in Swan Hill this week.…
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A moving portrait of love after loss
IN a visually gentle yet emotionally intense drama, Reminders of Him tells the redeeming tale of what happens when you find unexpected love in the…
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Extraordinary line-up comes back to life
THE Traveling Wilburys are finally hitting the stage – at least, in spirit – as The Traveling Wilburys Collection tribute brings one of rock’s most…
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Scream slashes into new era
SIDNEY Prescott proves she’s still in her final girl prime as she goes up against Ghostface once again, proving that survival isn’t just about making…
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A luminous reimagining of Shakespeare’s greatest loss
IN A tragedy that explores both love and loss, Hamnet premiered in Swan Hill this week, taking audiences on a devastating exploration of the heart-breaking…
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A new round of laughs
AFTER a brief spiritual journey to India to “find himself,” one of Australia’s best-loved comedians, Akmal Saleh, is back on home soil. And he’s back…
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Teachers strike
Despite long branding itself as the “education state”, Victoria now pays its teachers less than any other state, while its students receive the lowest level…
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Out and about: at the Murrabit Rodeo
THOUSANDS descended on Murrabit for the small town’s second annual rodeo, with visitors travelling from across the state and country to be a part of…
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Earthquake recorded near Boort
GEOSCIENCE Australia has confirmed that an M2.6 earthquake at 10km depth occurred around 2.06am on Sunday 29 March with an epicentre near Boort. Victoria State…
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Reminder to monitor damp haystacks
FARMERS are being reminded to monitor damp haystacks after recent rain has caused spontaneous combustion of multiple stacks across the state. Country Fire Authority volunteers…
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MP warns of food issues from fuel crisis
A CALL has been made by The Nationals Party to immediately halve the Federal fuel excise for three months with the aim of providing relief…
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Crime shifts in Gannawarra
CRIME across Gannawarra has fallen slightly over the past year, but concerning increases in family violence-related offences are tempering the improvement. New figures show there…
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Balranald local puts hand up for Farrer
A NEW runner has entered the race for Federal seat of Farrer. The latest person to seek to have their name added to the ballot…
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Free PT to take pressure off pumps
TRIPS on trams and buses in Victoria will be free throughout April to make choosing public transportation more affordable. Metro trains, trams and buses, as…
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Holidaymaking firefighters give a helping hand
FIREFIGHTERS who holiday near three Gannawarra Shire-based CFA brigades are being called to action, with a popular program heading to the Mallee just in time…
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Street program works begin
PEDESTRIANS and motorists will soon benefit from two road safety improvement projects in Kerang. Work started last week on two projects thanks to the Victorian…