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Vax rollout with measles on the rise
THE Mallee community is being urged to get on top of their measles vaccinations as the risk for the infectious disease increases. Thousands of free…
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Workshop to shape drought resilience funding for Mallee communities
COMMUNITY groups in the Mallee are being invited to help shape how up to $900,000 in funding is spent to strengthen local drought resilience. The workshops are being run by…
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Council planning figures praised
MORE than 95 per cent of planning applications were processed within 60 days in the final quarter of 2025, with councillors praising staff for delivering results that outperform many other…
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Measles cases rise as health officials warn of vaccination gaps
HEALTH authorities are urging people to check their vaccination status as measles cases rise across Victoria. The Loddon Mallee Public Health Unit is calling on the community to ensure they…
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Firewood collection areas now open
VICTORIANS can now collect free firewood for personal use from designated state forest firewood collection areas. Due to ongoing elevated fire risk, the season will start on 1 April in…
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Why strategic planning is essential for growing regional businesses
Regional businesses play a vital role in supporting local communities across Australia. From agriculture and retail to services and manufacturing, these businesses contribute significantly to employment and economic growth in…
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Expanding care at chemists
THE oral contraceptive pill will be available to women over 18 without a script at participating pharmacies from July, as the State Government expands the Chemist Care Now initiative. Participating…
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Year in review December
Tuesday, 2 December THE Victorian Government approved a key work plan for VHM Limited’s Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project in the Mallee. The project was said to increase…
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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 score was 52 shots to…
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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 RSL will be chasing grand…
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Tourist in your own backyard
Discover the beautiful New South Wales riverside town of Barham in The Murray River Region. A popular holiday destination, visitors to Barham can also enjoy bushwalking, swimming, canoeing and fishing…