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Gearing up for Easter
GANNAWARRA will be teeming with activities, events and excitement this long weekend, from the roar of modified machinery in Quambatook to face-painting and a visit…
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Wettest March in 80 years
KERANG has been drenched, recording its wettest March in nearly 80 years. The district received a total of 121.8mm of rain across nine days this…
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Teachers strike
Despite long branding itself as the “education state”, Victoria now pays its teachers less than any other state, while its students receive the lowest level…
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Out and about: at the Murrabit Rodeo
THOUSANDS descended on Murrabit for the small town’s second annual rodeo, with visitors travelling from across the state and country to be a part of…
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Earthquake recorded near Boort
GEOSCIENCE Australia has confirmed that an M2.6 earthquake at 10km depth occurred around 2.06am on Sunday 29 March with an epicentre near Boort. Victoria State…
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Reminder to monitor damp haystacks
FARMERS are being reminded to monitor damp haystacks after recent rain has caused spontaneous combustion of multiple stacks across the state. Country Fire Authority volunteers…
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MP warns of food issues from fuel crisis
A CALL has been made by The Nationals Party to immediately halve the Federal fuel excise for three months with the aim of providing relief…
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Crime shifts in Gannawarra
CRIME across Gannawarra has fallen slightly over the past year, but concerning increases in family violence-related offences are tempering the improvement. New figures show there…
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Balranald local puts hand up for Farrer
A NEW runner has entered the race for Federal seat of Farrer. The latest person to seek to have their name added to the ballot…
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Lions make statement
HAY has broken through for a landmark first victory in the Central Murray, defeating Tyntynder by 52 points in an emphatic performance at the Alan…
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Kerang falls short after gritty effort
KERANG’S young guns showed heart, class and resilience, but a tough draw and cruel moments denied them a finals berth at a soccer tournament in…
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Golf Notes
KERANG Ladies Stableford – Wednesday, March 18 A small group of ladies played Stableford today. The winner was Jan Milne with 41 points, while the…
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League overhaul in the talks
GRASSROOTS football leaders warn league boundaries need reviewing to become “family-friendly” again or risk collapse. A working group to probe the future sustainability of clubs…
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Bowls Notes
KERANG CONGRATULATIONS to John Duckworth, Paul Taylor and Carol Pay, who were the only two-game winners at Social Bowls on Tuesday. The popular Black Duck…
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Swans adding to nest
The Moulamein Football Netball Club is calling on local teenagers to lace up their football boots, with the club urgently seeking more players to help…
Entertainment
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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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Scream slashes into new era
SIDNEY Prescott proves she’s still in her final girl prime as she goes up against Ghostface once again, proving that survival isn’t just about making…
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A luminous reimagining of Shakespeare’s greatest loss
IN A tragedy that explores both love and loss, Hamnet premiered in Swan Hill this week, taking audiences on a devastating exploration of the heart-breaking…
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A new round of laughs
AFTER a brief spiritual journey to India to “find himself,” one of Australia’s best-loved comedians, Akmal Saleh, is back on home soil. And he’s back…
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Free PT to take pressure off pumps
TRIPS on trams and buses in Victoria will be free throughout April to make choosing public transportation more affordable. Metro trains, trams and buses, as…
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Holidaymaking firefighters give a helping hand
FIREFIGHTERS who holiday near three Gannawarra Shire-based CFA brigades are being called to action, with a popular program heading to the Mallee just in time…
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Street program works begin
PEDESTRIANS and motorists will soon benefit from two road safety improvement projects in Kerang. Work started last week on two projects thanks to the Victorian…
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Free daytime electricity
GANNAWARRA residents will soon be able to tap into free daytime electricity under a major new energy plan aimed at slashing household bills. The Midday…
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Murray River boom as tourists pour in and spend big
THE Murray region is riding a tourism wave, pulling in a staggering $2.52 billion from visitors in 2025 and cementing its place as one of…
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Straub eyes Nationals pre-selection
LODDON Shire Mayor Dan Straub could still throw his big hat into the ring in seeking National Party pre-selection for the Murray Plains electorate. He…
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Proud moment for Prout
LEITCHVILLE-Gunbower product Logan Prout will join six-man leadership group to guide Carlton’s VFL side during the 2026 season. Prout joins Darcy Tucker, Ethan Phillips, Jack…
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Financial benefits of a tradie career start from day one, HIA says
ANALYSIS by the Housing Industry Association (HIA) shows that there can be immediate financial benefits for young people taking up a trade in comparison to…
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Candidates urged to get election ready
REGISTERED political parties and prospective candidates for the 2026 state election are being urged to familiarise themselves with the regulatory requirements and avoid costly mistakes…
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Water cheats fined
A CRACKDOWN on water theft in the Riverina has seen five licence holders hit with more than $77,000 in fines after allegedly taking huge volumes…