News
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Upgrade to stormwater system begins
WORK has begun on Gannawarra’s urban stormwater network to reduce the risk of future flash flooding. The council has identified more than 40 projects that…
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Community jigsaw swap
JIGSAW enthusiasts will enjoy a special event at Cohuna Library next month on Saturday, July 6, from 10.30am-11.30am. The Gannawarra Library Service is organising a…
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Council moves forward with facilities strategies
MURRAY River Council has endorsed two draft strategies that outline changes to asset maintenance and delivery moving forward. The council’s draft Parks and Open Space…
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Funding for council shared services pilot
COUNCILS in the Loddon Campaspe region, including Gannawarra, have been awarded State Government funding to pilot a shared services model. The pilot, which will receive…
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Make a call on connectivity
POOR regional network coverage and reliability is under review – and community feedback could make a difference. The Regional Telecommunications Review is setting out to…
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Tax break for doctors
A TAX exemption for doctors is expected to increase bulk-billed consultations and encourage more people to seek medical care. The Victorian Government will provide an…
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New push to sell the Murray
A NEW campaign by Murray Regional Tourism is set to sell the region and its people, from Albury to the South Australian border. The push,…
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Banking model ‘failed’ regions
A SENATE Committee’s final report into regional bank closures says without regulatory intervention, banks will continue to close branches in regional areas. The report also…
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Power line route sparks concerns
BULOKE Council has invited the Victorian Energy Minister to meet locals affected by the VNI West project for an “open and honest dialogue”. The council…
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Welfare agency backs overhaul of system
A MALLEE social services agency has backed the NSW Government’s call to redesign the family preservation system across the state. Drawing on experience as a…
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Police officer loses appeal against transfer
A POLICE constable’s appeal against being transferred from Melbourne to Kerang on carer and cultural grounds has been lost. The academy graduate applied for all…
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Great activities in planning for youth
THE region is set to celebrate youth in September after securing funding from Victoria Youth Fest. Northern District Community Health is partnering with Kerang Technical…