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Regional hearts deliver millions for sick kids
REGIONAL Victoria has once again dug deep, helping power the 95th Good Friday Appeal to a record-breaking $25.2 million. Country communities across Victoria and southern…
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Action-packed tractor pull
THE 49th Quambatook Tractor Pull has been hailed a major success, drawing a strong crowd on Easter Saturday despite cost‑of‑living pressures, high diesel prices and a busy long‑weekend events calendar.…
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Success for annual art show
THE Rotary Club of Kerang hosted its 23rd annual Easter art show over the long weekend, showcasing works from both emerging and established artists from across the state. Event organiser…
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All abilities netball a success
A MODIFIED netball program for people of all abilities has just concluded at The Stadium Swan Hill, after four weeks of foundational skills and friendly games. Participants from WeAreVivid Swan…
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Boaters urged to put safety first over Easter
PREPARATION before heading out on the water can go a long way when it comes to safety and can help prevent a stressful Easter, Safe Transport Victoria has said. The…
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Public reminded to lock vehicles
POLICE have reminded the community to secure and lock up vehicles and homes after an increased number of thefts reported in the last week. SWAN HILL THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE…
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Easter blitz on regional roads
ALL Victoria Police units are tasked to road safety this weekend, and police have notified motorists to expect to be pulled over at any time. Operation Nexus commenced yesterday and…
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Take a break this Easter
VICTORIAN drivers are being urged to slow down, stop and rest to stay safe on this Easter long weekend. Minister for Emergency Services Vicki Ward joined road trauma survivor Brett…
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Grants boost for grassroots projects
COMMUNITY groups across the Murray River Council district are celebrating after a fresh round of council funding delivered a welcome boost to local projects. The council has awarded $27,760 in…
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Water buybacks ‘wasteful’
A FRESH political fight has erupted over water buybacks in the Murray-Darling Basin, with farmers, the Coalition and the Federal Government at odds over their impact on rivers and regional…
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Chester backs carp virus release
CALLS are growing for urgent action to wipe out Australia’s carp plague, with pressure mounting on governments to fast-track a long-delayed virus release. Shadow Agriculture Minister Darren Chester said frustration…