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Shining bright on the border
FOR more than a decade, Jan Thomas has been brightening Barham with her unique jewellery and gift shop, Jewellery on the Move. Situated in Mellool…
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Family store legacy
RETAIL has run in Julie Davey’s family for five generations, from her grandfather to her grandchildren. Julie’s father started Loddon Valley Disposals in 1981, and…
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Thieves target chainsaws and fuel
Police are investigating a string of incidents across the Gannawarra region, involving theft and property damage. Between 5.30pm on Friday, 10 October and 10.30am the…
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Treasured author visit
Best-selling Australian rural author, Rachael Treasure will visit the shire next month as part of the Gannawarra Library Service’s popular Author Talks program. The author…
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Protecting pets across Gannawarra
Residents are invited to share their views on Gannawarra Shire Council’s draft 2026–2029 Domestic Animal Management Plan, which sets out how animal management services will…
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Encouraging clients to do their best
IN 2016, Belinda Batchelor returned to Kerang with more than 20 years of experience in massage, fitness and education — and a vision to build…
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Keeping Barham retail local
WHEN Lisa Frankling heard that Barham Discount was at risk of closing, she knew the town would lose more than just a store. “Alan and…
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Regional visionaries
JENALLE Pye and Kristy Burney are redefining what it means to lead in regional optometry. Driven by an ethos of ensuring rural patients have world-class…
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Learning the ropes on the fly
IF someone told Emily Davies in 2005 that her future would involve cattle, feedlots, and dairy farms stretching across Victoria, she probably would have laughed…
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Learning the ropes on the fly
IF someone told Emily Davies in 2005 that her future would involve cattle, feedlots, and dairy farms stretching across Victoria, she probably would have laughed…
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Queen of comfort
KERANG born and bred, Jan Harry is a familiar face in the local community — known for her warm spirit, dedication to family and community,…
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Festival rolls on
The 2025 Victorian Seniors Festival continues to bring colour and connection to the Gannawarra region, with a vibrant array of events scheduled throughout the shire…