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Revved up after show and shine stalled for two years
KERANG Show and Shine organisers were delighted with record crowds at this year’s event, following two years of cancellations due to COVID-19. Rare vehicles, perfect…
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Legal threat to halt Mungo reburial
THE Federal Government’s “final” decision on the reburial of ancient Aboriginal remains at Mungo has been thrown into doubt by a challenge from sectors of…
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Hi-tech sensors measure park use
PEOPLE counters determining how many people are using public facilities at Atkinson Park, Kerang are now operating. Activated last month, the counters are part of…
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Cemetery records go digital
MURRAY River Council has launched a new digital platform for the management of local cemetery records. Families and friends can now conduct historical enquiries in…
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Our history’s future is in safe hands
FOR more than four decades, a dedicated group of residents have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the history of the region is preserved…
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Accolades flow for water firm
A COHUNA-based company specialising in water control solutions has been recognised as one of Australia’s best manufacturers. AWMA Water Control Solutions was awarded Environmental Solution…
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American cars star at Show and Shine
A VINTAGE luxury American car worth millions is among the star attractions at this year’s Kerang Show and Shine. There will be lots of exciting…
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Record numbers at swim lessons
GANNAWARRA Shire Council’s Warra Waders Learn to Swim Program has recorded record enrolments in Term 1. Held at the Kerang Exercise Pool, the program has…
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Huge crowds as Quambatook Tractor Pull roars back to life
AFTER three long years, tractor pulling returned to Quambatook over the long weekend with massive crowds converging on the town to watch the horsepower beasts…
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Council worker loses part of thumb, shire fined
GANNAWARRA Shire Council was fined $15,000 following a workplace accident which resulted in a diesel mechanic losing part of his thumb in 2019. The shire…
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Riverside Park damage hits Kerang club
DAMAGE at Riverside Park is set to cost Kerang Football & Netball Club more than $3500. Vandalism over the past two weeks includes the smashing…
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New Barr Creek bridge opens to motorists
THE installation of a new bridge across Barr Creek has been completed by Goulburn-Murray Water. Crews spent about five weeks replacing the bridge across Barr…