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New Kerang all-abilities space bid seeks $1 million
GANNAWARRA Shire councillors voted last Wednesday to endorse a fresh application for funding for an all-abilities play space at Kerang’s Atkinson Park. The council will…
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Mallee stories can inspire names, says historian
VICTORIANS are being asked to take part in the review of government place names rules that dictate the naming of new geographic locations including roads,…
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Gannawarra Shire councillor conduct code “triples” in size
A GANNAWARRA Shire councillor is concerned a new, beefed-up councillor code of conduct may stifle political debate. Cr Garner Smith was one of two councillors…
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A life dedicated to horses and the Kerang community
KERANG’S horse racing and equestrian community are mourning the loss of Jack (John Francis) Fowler, who died on February 11, aged 93. Jack, whose name…
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Long-time Murrabit tennis coach calls time
Many players at Murrabit’s upcoming Easter tennis tournament have Barry and Pam Lingenberg to thank for introducing them to the sport and helping build their…
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Classy new look for Lake Charm Primary School
ARTIST and art teacher at Kerang Technical High School Paul Oswin has painted a sign and mural for Lake Charm Primary School. This is the…
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Kerang South Primary names school captains
Kerang South Primary School captains for 2021 were officially presented with their badges in front of proud families and friends at Friday’s assembly. Principal Lyn…
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Echuca man faces murder trial over Cohuna shooting
AN Echuca man will stand trial in the Supreme Court for the murder of 29-year-old Matthew Alexander near Cohuna in September 2019. Kevin Johnson’s committal…
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Kerang Primary School swings smoothly into lockdown mode
THE COVID-19 era continues to demonstrate the resilience and adaptability of school staff, with Friday’s five-day Victorian lockdown announcement yet another test. “It was very…
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Vic lockdown to end at midnight
VICTORIA’S lockdown will end as planned at midnight tonight, Premier Daniel Andrews announced this morning. But while the five-day “circuit-breaker” will end on schedule at…
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Gannawarra Shire businesses count lockdown cost
GANNAWARRA Shire businesses were hit hard by Friday’s Victorian Government announcement of a five-day statewide lockdown. The announcement was a bitter blow for Kerang Sports…
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Roo quota jumps for human consumption
IN a Victorian first, kangaroos culled in the state will be made available for human consumption. Minister for Agriculture Mary-Anne Thomas recently announced the increased…
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