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Justice Boxing duo crowned Victorian champions
TWO Justice Boxing athletes returned home with Victorian title belts after impressive victories at a showdown event in Bendigo earlier this month. Fighting at the…
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Wind turbine project open for comment
OVERVIEW ONE of the first “wind farms” set for Gannawarra has reached a critical planning stage and is currently open to receive public comment. Up…
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Art inspires fundraising efforts
The Rotary Club of Kerang continues to play a central role in shaping community life, with proceeds from this year’s Easter Art Show and raffle…
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Region readies for art show
The Rotary Club of Kerang is preparing to welcome art lovers from across the region as it readies for its Annual Easter Art Show, returning…
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Renewable energy planning leaves locals dismayed
LOCAL farmers who live adjacent to the proposed Normanville Energy Park have expressed dismay over a State Government planning process which they say is “heavily…
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Motorists urged not to panic buy fuel
BUSINESS owners, politicians and experts are urging people not to panic buy fuel, as the price of diesel and unleaded petrol have skyrocketed since war…
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State of disrepair
RESIDENTS and local leaders are calling for the State Government to urgently address “dangerous” and ongoing defects on the Murray Valley Highway between Kerang and…
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Council slams meeting code changes
CHANGES to local council meeting rules that will restrict remote online attendance to meetings has been slammed by Murray River Council as “heavy-handed”. The council…
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Out and about: at the Cohuna Show
STRONG numbers came out for the 112th Cohuna Show, as Friday night popped off with all the splendour of family-friendly carnival fun. The fire and…
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Sport
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Rams shock win
Murray Downs 2 have stunned their senior clubmates to claim the Murray Valley Playing Area midweek pennant division one premiership, producing a major upset in…
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Raiders redemption
Barham-Koondrook have claimed redemption in dramatic fashion, edging out RSL in a thrilling finish to secure their first SHDCA A grade premiership on Saturday afternoon.…
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Rams make history
MURRAY Downs have claimed victory their very first Northern Valley premiership with a nail-biting finish that went down to the very last end. The final…
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One win from glory
2025-26 SWAN HILL & DISTRICT CRICKET ASSOCIATION A GRADE GRAND FINAL RSL v BARHAM-KOONDROOK SATURDAY, MARCH 7 SWAN HILL RECREATION RESERVE, 12.30pm Both Barham-Koondrook and…
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Barham-Koondrook Cricket Club Grand Final Player Profiles
BARHAM-KOONDROOK Lance Davidson – Right Hand Batsman Experienced opener who has been one of Barham-Koondrook’s most consistent performers this season. Has reached double figures in…
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Raiders roll Roodogs
Barham-Koondrook have stormed their way into this year’s SHDCA A grade grand final after a comprehensive eight-wicket win over a disappointing Ultima-TUF on Saturday. In…
Entertainment
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Scream slashes into new era
SIDNEY Prescott proves she’s still in her final girl prime as she goes up against Ghostface once again, proving that survival isn’t just about making…
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A luminous reimagining of Shakespeare’s greatest loss
IN A tragedy that explores both love and loss, Hamnet premiered in Swan Hill this week, taking audiences on a devastating exploration of the heart-breaking…
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A new round of laughs
AFTER a brief spiritual journey to India to “find himself,” one of Australia’s best-loved comedians, Akmal Saleh, is back on home soil. And he’s back…
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Time out at Heritage Museum
FOLKS and families from far and wide came down to the Kerang Heritage Museum to marvel at the many relics of yesteryear. Despite a patch…
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Out and about: at the footy
CROWDS of supporters from a number of teams came down to watch the footy at Wandella Recreation Reserve, in what was the last preliminary finals…
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Help solve murder mystery
AUDIENCES will help Golden Rivers Theatre Group solve a musical murder mystery at their production of Oh, Horrors! It’s Murder!, showing through early August. Someone…
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Rich River Rod Run comes to the creek
DOZENS of hot rods and custom cars chortled into Cohuna for an observation run as part of the bi-annual Rich River Rod Run. Now in…
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Fire restrictions to end in parts of north west
FIRE restrictions will be lifted later this month in the Gannawarra and Swan Hill municipalities after what authorities say has been a long and challenging…
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Time to rediscover Kirra
There’s something about Kirra, from the pristine open beach to the laidback community vibe to the latest restaurant openings – it’s a popular seaside destination.…
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Nationals admit uphill battle
THE now-former Nationals leader David Littleproud has conceded his party will probably finish last in the Farrer by-election but says they will run regardless in…
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Students recognised for leadership
KERANG South Primary School officially recognised its 2026 school leaders at an assembly on Friday. Principal Lyn Veall welcomed the Member for Murray Plains, Peter…
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Greens join the Farrer fray
THE Greens have announced their candidate for the Farrer by-election. Richard Hendrie holds qualifications in social work, psychology, and law, as well as having involvement…
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Hosking calls time on VFF presidency
VICTORIAN Farmers Federation president Brett Hosking will step down at the end of his term, saying it is time for a new generation to lead…
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Detox your home
RESIDENTS needing to rid their home of unused household chemicals will be able to do so for free next month. Sustainability Victoria is bringing its…
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Greens join the Farrer fray
FRESH on the heels of the confirmation of Nationals, One Nation, Family First and independent candidates for the upcoming Farrer by-election, the Greens have also…
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Attack on Muslims set for AFP
BALLARAT: An alleged Islamophobic attack on a Ramadan event will be raised with Federal Police as condemnation from political leaders mounts. The Muslim community of…