News
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Make a call on connectivity
POOR regional network coverage and reliability is under review – and community feedback could make a difference. The Regional Telecommunications Review is setting out to…
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Tax break for doctors
A TAX exemption for doctors is expected to increase bulk-billed consultations and encourage more people to seek medical care. The Victorian Government will provide an…
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New push to sell the Murray
A NEW campaign by Murray Regional Tourism is set to sell the region and its people, from Albury to the South Australian border. The push,…
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Banking model ‘failed’ regions
A SENATE Committee’s final report into regional bank closures says without regulatory intervention, banks will continue to close branches in regional areas. The report also…
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Power line route sparks concerns
BULOKE Council has invited the Victorian Energy Minister to meet locals affected by the VNI West project for an “open and honest dialogue”. The council…
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Welfare agency backs overhaul of system
A MALLEE social services agency has backed the NSW Government’s call to redesign the family preservation system across the state. Drawing on experience as a…
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Police officer loses appeal against transfer
A POLICE constable’s appeal against being transferred from Melbourne to Kerang on carer and cultural grounds has been lost. The academy graduate applied for all…
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Great activities in planning for youth
THE region is set to celebrate youth in September after securing funding from Victoria Youth Fest. Northern District Community Health is partnering with Kerang Technical…
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Farm sales increase as Coles limits eggs
CUSTOMERS shopping at Coles have a limit on the number of eggs they can purchase. Since last week Coles has continued to enforce the limit…
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Venue gets a sporting chance under new manager
KERANG Sports and Entertainment Venue and Bowls Club will undergo a facelift under the new management of Charmane Jarvis. Ms Jarvis “can’t wait to see…
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Sawmill aims to beat the cut
KOONDROOK’S Arbuthnot Sawmills is the latest native logging operation in the Victorian Government’s Forestry Transition Program, despite community concerns. The government will invest $500,000 for…
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Road funding dispute
MEMBER for Murray Plains Peter Walsh says hopes for any major repairs to Victoria’s “ruinous” regional road network have “disappeared into the potholes”. The Victorian…
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