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William Reid

Dedicated service to a tee

IN recognition of his remarkable 20 years of service, Alan Shields was awarded with a life membership to the Kerang Turf Club. A long-standing member, Mr Shields is a much loved and highly respected member of the club’s community. Known for his...

29 Jan 2025

Community

Punters up a class at Kerang Turf Club

THE Kerang Turf Club has celebrated another milestone, drawing a record crowd of more than 1700 to the recent Autopro Summer Races. Traditionally held on Boxing Day, the event was moved moved to December 28 to address staffing challenges and...

22 Jan 2025

Community

Lake Meran Festival returns with food, music and entertainment

SUMMER fun is on the way to the region with the Lake Meran Festival back for 2025. In its second year, the festival to be held on February 23 between 3-9pm, is set to be bigger and better. With food, music and entertainment to be in abundance, people...

21 Jan 2025

Year in Review

Year in Review - October 2024

October saw Murrabit’s centenary, a chilli festival in Cohuna, and key community donations. It also featured theft investigations, new fire safety measures, and a leadership change at Murray River Council. Get the full year in review!

04 Jan 2025

Year in Review

Year in Review - September 2024

September saw protests against the Goschen mine, the reveal of Cohuna’s new aged care facility, and progress on Swan Hill’s drag strip. Learn more in the full year in review!

03 Jan 2025

Year in Review

Year in Review - May 2024

May in the Gannawarra Shire featured health service upgrades, a mobile tower win for Kerang Lakes, and new policies on lighting and rates. Want more? Explore the full year in review!

01 Jan 2025

News

How to stay water safe this summer

WITH a warmer than average summer forecast across much of the state, officials are urging people to take extra care when enjoying the water. “With a hot summer expected across Victoria and around the country it is important residents take...

27 Dec 2024

Arts & Entertainment

Summer activities for the youngsters

THE Gannawarra shire council is stepping up these school holidays. Rolling out an exciting line up of programs and activities aimed at keeping the kids entertained this summer. From hands on workshops to outdoor fun the council is ensuring there is...

26 Dec 2024

News

Heat gives ‘paws’ for thought

WITH summer well and truly here it is important to keep our fury friends in mind when out and about. Whether you are taking them for a walk down the street or having them sit in the back of a ute it is important to remember that these surfaces are...

25 Dec 2024

News

Boort District School students excel

AS the 2024 school year has come to an end, Boort District School has farewelled their Year 12 students. The highest honour of the year, the DUX award for the class of 2024, was presented to Lucy Malone. She received remarkable results...

24 Dec 2024

News

Warm Christmas is on the cards

A bright and sunny Christmas is on the cards this year with warm weather forecast widely across Australia. Across the Mallee, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day are shaping up to be perfect for outdoor celebrations, backyard...

24 Dec 2024

News

Severe storms moving across the Mallee

SEVERE storms are moving across the Mallee as of 12:50PM EDT. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) warned of showers and thunderstorms widely across the region throughout today. These storms are very lightning active with heavy rain and strong winds being...

06 Dec 2024