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Push to heritage list swamp
AN “immensely” significant place for Aboriginal people for tens of thousands of years, Ghow Swamp could soon be added to the National Heritage Listing. The…
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Bowls bonanza boosts economy
BARHAM was on the international centre stage last week as it hosted the 2025 World Bowls Champion of Champions. The tournament was held at the…
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A day of reflection
On September 29 each year police around the country honour those who died in the line of duty, and the wider population are reminded of…
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Photographer’s bittersweet win
HUDDLED around the family television in Swan Hill, Michael Willson vividly recalls the 1990 AFL grand final, recording it on the VCR and later taking…
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Fruit flies head further south
AS Queensland fruit flies have continued to make their way further south into Victoria, horticulturalist Rob Pelletier has been helping communities protect their gardens from…
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Don’t let your campfire ruin everyone’s Grand Final weekend
THIS Grand Final long weekend is a great opportunity for holiday makers to relax and socialise around a campfire in the state’s parks and forests.…
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Get set for spring storms
Karli Farrell NOW is the time to prepare your homes and communities for possible spring storms, with the Bureau of Meteorology’s long-range forecast indicating severe…
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Impaired driving targeted
POLICE will be out on the roads around the state this weekend, as the combination of the AFL Grand Final, school holidays and long weekend…
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Milestone celebration for market
Kerang’s beloved monthly market is gearing up for a milestone celebration this weekend—but organisers warn it could be the last unless the community rallies behind…
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Weir upgrades take shape
Visitors to the Quambatook Weir are benefiting from improvements made possible by Gannawarra Shire Council and the State Government. Upgrades to the weir have been…
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Rural specialism the right prescription
RURAL generalism will now be recognised as a specialty field within general practice following approval by the Medical Board of Australia of a Commonwealth-funded joint…
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Wind farm to lodge permit
DRAFT scoping requirements for the Cannie wind farm Environmental Effects Statement are set to be finalised. Located around 25km west of Kerang and just south…












