News
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Music unites Leitchville seniors
IN celebration of Seniors Month, the Leitchville community was treated to a joyful musical event featuring country performer Kim Ritchie. The concert, held at the…
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Decades of dedication
FOR more than three decades, Helen Apostolelis has been devoted to serving her community and ensuring her family’s legacy continues to thrive. Nick’s Splendid Shoe…
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Recognising great achievements
Nominations are now open for Gannawarra Shire Council’s annual major community service awards. Presented annually as part of local Australia Day celebrations, Council’s Citizen of…
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Owning her business dream
BORN and raised in Kerang, Georgia Lipp’s journey from cleaner to business owner is a testament to resilience, community support, and finding the perfect work-life…
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Engaging the community
Residents are encouraged to share their feedback on Gannawarra Shire Council’s draft 2026–2030 Community Engagement Strategy, which sets out how Council will deliver timely, targeted,…
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Shining bright on the border
FOR more than a decade, Jan Thomas has been brightening Barham with her unique jewellery and gift shop, Jewellery on the Move. Situated in Mellool…
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Family store legacy
RETAIL has run in Julie Davey’s family for five generations, from her grandfather to her grandchildren. Julie’s father started Loddon Valley Disposals in 1981, and…
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Thieves target chainsaws and fuel
Police are investigating a string of incidents across the Gannawarra region, involving theft and property damage. Between 5.30pm on Friday, 10 October and 10.30am the…
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Treasured author visit
Best-selling Australian rural author, Rachael Treasure will visit the shire next month as part of the Gannawarra Library Service’s popular Author Talks program. The author…
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Sport
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Golf Notes
KERANG Ladies Stroke Round 2 – Wednesday, October 8 THERE were 14 entries for the second round of the ladies’ championships, with some ladies completing…
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Calling all would be umpires
WITH just 10 days until the start of another season, the Swan Hill & District Cricket Association has announced a fresh recruitment drive to identify…
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Bowls Notes
KERANG Black Duck triples on Tuesday attracted 18 players who were eager to get in some last-minute practice before the start of the pennant season.…
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Bombers fly into new season
WANDELLA CRICKET CLUB – 2025-26 SEASON PREVIEW SHDCA FAST FACTS A-GRADE CAPTAIN – Bohden McKnight PRESIDENT – Greg Dickson LAST A-GRADE PREMIERSHIP – 2014-15 (Northern…
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Kerang continue winning streak
Kerang have begun their Northern Valley premiership defence in the strongest possible fashion, with 14-shot win over Cohuna Golf in the opening round of the…
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Grudge match to open season
THE second Northern Valley pennant competition will start off with a bang this weekend, as last year’s grand finalists Kerang and Cohuna Golf go head-to-head…
Entertainment
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Time out at Heritage Museum
FOLKS and families from far and wide came down to the Kerang Heritage Museum to marvel at the many relics of yesteryear. Despite a patch…
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Out and about: at the footy
CROWDS of supporters from a number of teams came down to watch the footy at Wandella Recreation Reserve, in what was the last preliminary finals…
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Help solve murder mystery
AUDIENCES will help Golden Rivers Theatre Group solve a musical murder mystery at their production of Oh, Horrors! It’s Murder!, showing through early August. Someone…
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Three blind mice bring midweek joy
THE unassuming thespians of the Dingwall Country Women’s Association called in to Glenarm last Wednesday to deliver a charmingly bespoke vaudeville performance. The oft-hilarious nursery…
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Are you ready for The Listies children’s show
CHILDREN’S performers, The Listies, are returning to the Gannawarra Shire next month as part of their 110% Ready tour. The duo, who are regulars at…
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Kerang Rotary Art Show impresses
THE 22nd annual Kerang Rotary Art Show lit up the Easter long weekend with a vibrant showcase of creativity, community spirit, and strong local support.…
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Protecting pets across Gannawarra
Residents are invited to share their views on Gannawarra Shire Council’s draft 2026–2029 Domestic Animal Management Plan, which sets out how animal management services will…
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Encouraging clients to do their best
IN 2016, Belinda Batchelor returned to Kerang with more than 20 years of experience in massage, fitness and education — and a vision to build…
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Keeping Barham retail local
WHEN Lisa Frankling heard that Barham Discount was at risk of closing, she knew the town would lose more than just a store. “Alan and…
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Regional visionaries
JENALLE Pye and Kristy Burney are redefining what it means to lead in regional optometry. Driven by an ethos of ensuring rural patients have world-class…
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Learning the ropes on the fly
IF someone told Emily Davies in 2005 that her future would involve cattle, feedlots, and dairy farms stretching across Victoria, she probably would have laughed…
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Learning the ropes on the fly
IF someone told Emily Davies in 2005 that her future would involve cattle, feedlots, and dairy farms stretching across Victoria, she probably would have laughed…