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Sports upgrade signed off
AFTER a year of community consultation, Gannawarra Shire Council has unanimously approved the Kerang Active Recreation Corridor Masterplan. The plan aims to significantly upgrade the…
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Defibrillator theft disappoints Mayor
THE theft and destruction of Kerang Library’s defibrillator has left Gannawarra Mayor Ross Stanton disappointed. “They are there to save someone’s life, and it could…
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Council bats for earlier childcare
GANNAWARRA Council says it continues to advocate for and work with the Victorian Government to have an early childhood learning and childcare centre at Cohuna.…
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Reports of illegal burn-offs prompt investigations
REPORTS of illegal burn-offs on farms in north-west Victoria are being investigated by the Environment Protection Authority. Last year, EPA Victoria cracked down on illegal…
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Residents encouraged to stand for council
GANNAWARRA Shire residents passionate about the municipality, leadership and creating a positive future for the area are encouraged to consider nominating for council. Local government…
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Local spruiks career as Army Reserve driver
FORMER Cohuna local Corporal Adam Randall was last week the face of a recruitment campaign for Australian Army Reserve drivers. The drivers will operate some…
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Mad mates on a mission
HERE are four country boys with a very clear message for Canberra – and it’s all about them being mad about the Murray Darling. Because…
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Shining light on council policy
THE spotlight has been shone on a new policy around public street lighting in the Gannawarra Shire. The council approved the draft Council Policy 149…
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Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
GANNAWARRA Shire residents are being encouraged to learn more about First Nations histories and cultures during National Reconciliation Week. Highlights of the celebrations to mark…
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Message sent as mobile tower set for upgrade
ACTION by Kerang Lakes residents has paid off, with Telstra announcing an upgrade of the Mystic Park mobile tower. Work was expected to be complete…
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Clothing store fits right in
LISA Frankling will be celebrating 10 years of success as the owner of Murray Blu Clothing and Things in Barham on May 31. As the…
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Quarterly budget in the red
GANNAWARRA Shire Council’s quarterly budget report shows a deficit of $5.119 million. Acting chief financial officer Rebecca Hollingworth told the council this quarterly financial report…