Gannawarra Times

Higher water, sewerage bills in the pipeline

MOST water and sewerage prices in Cohuna, Leitchville and Macorna will increase by an average of 4.5 per cent in 2025-26. Coliban Water has confirmed its prices for the upcoming financial year as it continues its $500 million program of capital...

8 hours ago

News

Unlikely pen pals reunite at Glenarm Aged Care

WHAT began as a simple school letter seven years ago has grown into a lasting friendship between a teenage student and an aged-care resident. Back in fourth grade, Seth Hall was among a group of students asked to write cheerful letters to residents...

02 Jul 2025

News

Plenty of parking for caravans

GANNAWARRA Shire Council chief executive Geoff Rollinson says a holidaymaker’s personal experience in Kerang is “contrary” to what he hears from fellow travellers. Geelong resident Ralph Lester complained about cars taking up dedicated caravan...

02 Jul 2025

News

Passion for the land earns funds

A RARE, endangered purple flower that smells like chocolate and grows in the Loddon Mallee is one focus of Eco Warriors Australia’s next project. Led by Kerang local Kai Lane, the not-for-profit which is dedicated to knowledge-sharing and hands-on...

01 Jul 2025

News

Goschen decision delayed

THE Federal Government has delayed final approval of the divisive VHM Limited Goschen Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project. Despite the State Government granting VHM Limited a 20-year mining licence earlier this year, the project still needs...

01 Jul 2025

News

More needed to help shave

To support Kerang Technical High School’s World’s Greatest Shave, visit the school’s Facebook Page

01 Jul 2025

Video

Videos

Blue Ribbon Day: Honoring Our Heroes and Building a Safer Tomorrow

Blue Ribbon Day is 29 September, which coincides with National Police Remembrance Day. Blue Ribbon Day is a chance for the community to say thank you to those who protect and serve our community and ensure that those who have fallen are never...

28 Sep 2023

Videos

Entertainment at the Cohuna Farmers and Makers Market

Koondrook-based singer-songwriter Elise Drake joined an array of farmers and makers at the June edition of the Cohuna Farmers and Makers Market on Sunday. See more in tomorrow’s Gannawarra Times

26 Jun 2023

Farming and Environment

Abattoir a business boost for emu farm

JEFF Long’s $2.5 million investment in a processing facility is about to start paying dividends at his Tragowel emu property. The delayed completion of the facility has had a knock-on effect on this year’s production schedule, which is...

16 Feb 2023

“We need mining”: MCA director

A NUMBER of benefits for the wider region and state economy have been identified by VHM Limited, the Victorian Government, and the Gannawarra and Swan Hill councils. According to the mining company, their Goschen project will result in an average of...

01 Jul 2025

News

Glasshouse heats up with major milestone

CONSTRUCTION of The Glasshouse @ The Gannawarra has reached a key milestone, with the project on track to open later this year, according to the council. Work to install the glass panel frames that will form the exterior of the shire’s newest...

01 Jul 2025

News

Sporting King visits schools

PROFESSIONAL rugby league player Josh King has left a lasting impression on local students, visiting Kerang Technical High School and Cohuna Secondary College. The prop forward for Melbourne Storm grew up in regional NSW and spoke to students about...

01 Jul 2025

News

Responsibility lies with land managers and regulatory authorities

THE council says its hands are somewhat tied because responsibility for waterways lie with the relevant land managers and regulatory authorities. However, the council unanimously resolved to support informed community advocacy that aligns with...

01 Jul 2025

Sport

Sport

McNeil’s perfect double

JYE McNeil knew he had his hands full when given the ride on the highly promising Sonofkirk. Because the two-year-old colt simply doesn’t like coming out of the gates. He didn’t jump well at his debut at Flemington on June 7 to finish third. Then...

01 Jul 2025

Golf

Golf Notes

THERE were some patches of sunshine during play today, with the 25 players who started the day enjoying those moments. The day’s winner was Luke Hadfield with 38 points, with T. Laughlin, B. Shields, M...

01 Jul 2025

Bowls

Black Duck two-bowl triples

Kerang - EIGHTEEN players braved the colder conditions last Tuesday to get some exercise and friendship at Kerang Bowling Club’s weekly Black Duck two-bowl triples. Thanks to Yvonne and Kevin for their continued commitment to this event and keeping...

01 Jul 2025

Sport

Roos hop on

THE Ultima Football Netball Club have officially applied to join the Central Murray Football Netball League ahead of the 2026 season. The Roos presented their application to the Central Rivers board to change from the Golden Rivers Football Netball...

27 Jun 2025

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