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Berriwillock Rodeo in the chute
THE Berriwillock rodeo is set to make a comeback in March next year, after a 35 year hiatus. Community members have thrown their support behind…
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‘Fur’ Pete’s sake, keep your dog on leash in park
AN increase in complaints has prompted Murray River Council to urge dog owners to adhere to responsible pet ownership laws, particularly in areas where dogs…
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Clean up untidy yards
GANNAWARRA Council has begun a campaign to encourage residents to clean up unsightly properties. It’s part of efforts to maintain the safety, health and appearance…
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Remembering fallen
THE moment when World War I hostilities ceased on the Western Front 106 years ago will be remembered next week. RSL sub-branches in Cohuna and…
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Duck survey to start
THE Game Management Authority will begin its annual survey of Victoria’s game duck population next Tuesday. The survey will be conducted by wildlife biologists, who…
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Childcare centre planned
AFTER years of demand from parents and educators, there will be some relief in the “childcare desert” of Cohuna, as the Victorian Government has confirmed…
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Head-on collision
A DRIVER of a small hatchback was airlifted to Melbourne with critical injuries after a head-on collision with a large tipper truck last Tuesday on…
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Farrant leads council vote
FIRST-time Gannawarra Shire candidate Lisa Farrant appears set to have a seat in the chamber. The Koondrook resident and qualified podiatrist was atop the council…
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Out of the box relief thinking
KERANG Neighbourhood House has 70 disaster management boxes to give out to local businesses and farmers to better prepare the flood-prone area for emergencies. “A…
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Be prepared: Fire risks reduced
GANNAWARRA Council has said it’s ready for the 2024/25 fire season, with the reduction of potential fire risks on public and private properties. “We all…
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Pools to open November 11
THE Kerang and Cohuna outdoor pools are being prepared for the 2024/25 season, which begins on November 11. “More than 30,000 visitors spent time at…
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Speak up on ambos
MEMBER for Murray Plains Peter Walsh has urged people to make submissions to an inquiry into the performance, workplace culture, and procurement practices of Ambulance…