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Royal Commission push back
A FIERY clash in Federal Parliament has reignited the bitter fight over the future of the Murray-Darling Basin, with the federal environment minister rejecting claims…
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Exploring Quambatook
With a catchy motto like “land of wheat and wool, home of the tractor pull”, Quambatook is a must visit for outdoor enthusiasts. Located just…
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Social support group launched
Northern District Community Health has launched a new group that aims to keep residents socially connected. Developed for residents eligible for Commonwealth Home Support Program…
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Renewed bowel screening push
Gannawarra residents are urged to undertake a potentially life-saving free bowel cancer screening test. Residents aged 50 to 74 are automatically sent the test through…
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New bishop anointed
THE region has a new Catholic Bishop following the ordination of a new cleric to the top job at the Diocese of Ballarat. Held on…
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A new light shines on Sea Lake – exploring neighbouring shires
SEA Lake has added a spectacular new chapter to its tourism story with the completion of its long-awaited silo illumination project. After six years of…
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Sally returns from Japanese adventure
I am pretty excited for this week , actually just tomorrow evening specifically when Sally returns from her first globe trotting adventure. Flying in from…
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Exploring Mystic Park and Kangaroo Lake
Blink and you’ll miss it, Mystic Park is a hidden gem that is conveniently situated halfway between Swan Hill and Kerang, and is also home…
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Nationals push to protect prime farmland with new federal Bill
THE Nationals have moved to block taxpayer funding for energy and mining projects on Australia’s best farming land, unveiling a new Bill they say is…
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Basin leaders meet as water plan review looms
NEARLY 200 leaders from across the Murray-Darling Basin gathered in Brisbane last week to debate the future of water management, with northern Victorian councils warning…
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Drag bingo returns to Cohuna, Boort
AFTER a hugely popular sold-out event last year, drag bingo is returning to The Big Cohuna Stockyard this Friday followed by an event at the…
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Dairy industry reunites
VICTORIA’S dairy farmers will again be represented by a single body, following a reunification agreement. The Victorian Farmers Federation confirmed that United Dairyfarmers of Victoria…












