Gannawarra Times

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...

3 hours ago

News

More needed to help shave

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

4 hours ago

News

“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...

4 hours ago

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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...

4 hours ago

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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...

4 hours ago

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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...

4 hours ago

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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

Flood prevention highlighted

GANNAWARRA Council will support community advocacy in flood mitigation and recovery in Kerang West after a petition was signed by hundreds of people. The council at its May meeting unanimously resolved to receive the petition and request a report...

4 hours ago

News

What is sportswashing?

“SPORTSWASHING” can refer to when contentious industries or organisations attempt to better their public image by association with sport. Mining company VHM Limited’s signage on the boundary line of the Lalbert Recreation Reserve has been pointed...

4 hours ago

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Public radiation services coming to Kerang

RADIOLOGY services at Kerang District Health (KDH) will transition to a public provider model this year, ending nearly two decades of private medical imaging services delivered by Bendigo Radiology. KDH chief executive, Kellie Byron-Gray, said...

17 hours ago

News

Crime drops in Gannawarra, up across state

CRIME in the Gannawarra municipality has dropped by 10.9 per cent in the year to the end of March after skyrocketing by 31 per cent the previous 12 months. There were 610 recorded criminal incidents in the 12 months to March 2025...

18 hours ago

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...

4 hours ago

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...

9 hours ago

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...

9 hours ago

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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