Looking back at events and issues from January 2025
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Walls with a wow factor
Creating a modern yet timeless feature wall that leaves a lasting impression in your home can be a daunting and unfamiliar task. Whether the aim…
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Golf Notes
KERANG There was no ladies’ competition this week due to the high temperature. R & R Stableford – Thursday, January 29 Another big turn-out for Thursday golf, with 36 players…
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Outdoor living made simple
OUTDOOR living spaces have become increasingly popular in recent years, as homeowners seek to create stylish and functional spaces for entertaining and relaxing in the gardens of their own homes.…
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Long weekend speedsters nabbed
MORE than 150 road offences were detected in the Swan Hill area over the Australia Day long weekend, according to Victoria Police. Operation Amity targeted speeding, impaired drivers, fatigue, distraction…
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Council calls for urgent meeting
THE Gannawarra Shire Council has called for an “urgent meeting” with the State Government regarding the VNI West transmission line, and moved a motion opposing compulsory access to, and acquisition…
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Town tranforms for Merril
QUAMBATOOK was awash with pink last week in memory of the late cherished community pillar, Merril Kelly. To coincide with Mrs Kelly’s birthday, the touching show of community support and…
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Boort tennis boost
BOORT has been successful in the Loddon Shire Council’s latest Community Grants round, with the Boort Lawn Tennis Club securing funding to support its junior coaching program. The club will…
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Australian Open action
KERANG’S rising tennis stars were among the hundreds of young players who descended on Melbourne for this year’s Australian Open Hot Shots Day, joining more than 850 children and their…
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Pioneers hit ground running
THE Bendigo Pioneers returned to Swan Hill over the weekend for the club's second Super Sunday training session of their pre-season. More than 250 players took part in the fitness…
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Murrabit celebrates Australia Day
MORE than 100 Australia Day breakfasts were served at Murrabit as hungry guests came together to celebrate the small town’s mighty spirit. With crowds up early to avoid the heat,…
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Out and about: at the Australia Day Lilo Race.
SCORES of eager participants took to the river with various inflatables for the Koondrook Barham Football Netball Club's annual Lilo Race. In sweltering temperatures on Australia Day there were smiles…