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HMAS Hobart veteran remembers Vietnam
WHEN 17-year-old Barry Townley enlisted in the Royal Australian Navy in October 1963, he did not expect he would spend seven months on the first…
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Fatal car accident
POLICE are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash south-east of Korong Vale on Thursday night. It is understood a car crashed into a tree…
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VicGrid restarts land access attempts
VICGRID has resumed efforts to access 26 properties between Murrabit and Stawell for the completion of ecological surveys, which they said will support the Environmental…
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Best feet forward at champs
THE nation’s best barefoot waterskiers took to Gunbower Creek last week, with internationally ranked competitors vying for championship title and selection for the Australian team.…
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Farmers sound alarm as basin plan blasted at packed forum
Pullout quote: “This reform is not just an industry issue, it’s a food security issue, a regional development issue and a national economic issue,” -…
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Communities encouraged to speak up
VICTORIAN Farmers Federation is calling on regional community members to make submissions to the Murray Darling Basin Plan Review. Consultation for the 2026 review opened…
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Concerns farmers left out of interest-free loans
MEMBER for Mallee Anne Webster has called for interest-free loans to support farmers affected by increased costs resulting from the fuel supply crisis. Ms Webster…
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A tough season, a strong team, and reasons to stay cheerful
I WOULD say the farm is a bit of a mess really. The big rain was really welcome but it has made for the perfect…
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Haystacks ignite without warning
WITH winter fast approaching, cooler temperatures should suggest a reduced risk to haystack fires, however, hidden hotspots inside damp bales can ignite without warning, regardless…
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Sport
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Blues make statement
SATURDAY proved to be a day of upsets and statements across the Central Murray A grade netball competition, but there were none bigger than that…
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Kangas bounce back
COHUNA have broken through for their first win of 2026 in emphatic fashion, defeating Kerang by 47 points in a dominant display that erased the…
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Tigers, Eagles renew rivalry
WOORINEN will unfurl their premiership flag before an adoring home crowd tomorrow afternoon, but the celebratory mood around the Tigers has been tempered by their…
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Eagles fly into Tigers clash
AFTER hard-fought round 1 wins last Saturday, both Woorinen and the Mallee Eagles will be aiming to keep their unbeaten start to 2026 intact when…
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Early test for Blues, Swans
THE A grade competition will get their first big insight into the new era of the Central Murray when Murrabit hosts league heavyweights Swan Hill…
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Central Murray Football Round 2 Previews
Hay v Moulamein BOTH Hay and Moulamein will go into tomorrow’s all-important clash without several key players, as early season injuries begin to take their…
Entertainment
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Simply the best
AUDIENCES are preparing to be transported back in time as the critically acclaimed drag tribute show A Night with Tina arrives in Swan Hill next…
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Fairways festival promises fun for all ages
MURRAY Downs Golf and Country Club is gearing up to host its highly anticipated Murray Downs Fairways Festival tomorrow. The inaugural festival is expected to…
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Unmissable adventure into a new galaxy
FROM the floating observation facility known as the Gateway Galaxy to Princess Rosalina’s Luma-filled Comet Observatory, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie sets out to capture…
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Extraordinary collection of Tucker portraits
A RARE glimpse into the private world of one of Australia’s most influential artists is set to go on display in Swan Hill this week.…
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A moving portrait of love after loss
IN a visually gentle yet emotionally intense drama, Reminders of Him tells the redeeming tale of what happens when you find unexpected love in the…
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Extraordinary line-up comes back to life
THE Traveling Wilburys are finally hitting the stage – at least, in spirit – as The Traveling Wilburys Collection tribute brings one of rock’s most…
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Members drive better outcomes
A BROADACRE farmer from the Wimmera is set to take the reins of the state’s peak farming body, promising a fierce fight for rural communities…
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Walkability woes fuel obesity concerns
A RECENT study has revealed that the Mallee ranks as the unhealthiest federal electorate in Victoria, with rates of obesity, high-blood pressure, and smoking surmounting…
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Push grows to seal major road
CALLS are growing to seal a road connecting Wakool to Moama, as councillors highlight safety concerns, heavy traffic, and the growing number of workers and…
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Pedestrian connections improved
SAFER streets are now a reality for Kerang schoolchildren, with two key road upgrades completed near busy primary school zones. Pedestrians and motorists are already…
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Telemetry upgrades provide benefit
ACCESS to water-use data has significantly improved for a number of Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) customers thanks to a recently completed telemetry project. The GMW project…
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Disease detection for livestock
A SENIOR veterinary officer is encouraging Victorian Farmers to monitor animals for early detection of exotic diseases. In a recent statement, Agriculture Victoria senior veterinary…
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Fuel crisis
AUSTRALIANS are still shaking their heads in dismay after expecting a statesman’s address from the Prime Minister during the fuel crisis, but instead Australians got…
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First game in Central Murray league
First win in Central Murray MOULAMEIN has had their first win in the Central Murray league. This was a big day for our small club.…
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Council connects
RESIDENTS will be able to discuss their concerns with Gannawarra Shire Council leaders thanks to a new community engagement campaign that begins later this month.…
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Motown magic hits as Big Chill comes alive
A HIT film that helped revive a music empire is roaring back to life, with powerhouse voices and a live band bringing the soul of…