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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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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 Effects Statement for the VNI…
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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. It was the first time…
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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,” - Australian Consolidated Milk chief executive…
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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 on 5 February, inviting stakeholders…
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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 said farmers across the region…
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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 germination of all summer and…
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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 of the weather outside. Rich…
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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 under pressure. Minyip cropping farmer…
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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 shock round 1 loss that…
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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 the two clubs clash tomorrow…