News
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Total fire ban for the Mallee on Friday
A TOTAL fire ban has been declared for the Wimmera and Mallee tomorrow, with hot conditions and the risk of thunderstorms and gusty winds. Fire…
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Know where, how to walk
RESIDENTS are being reminded to adhere to council’s dogs and cats policy, which states where dogs must be kept on a leash. “Dogs can walk…
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No horsing around when it comes to bushfire plans
Pets and larger animals such as horses need to be included in farm and household fire planning, to ensure both people and animals are as…
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Holiday programs set to make a splash
Families will be able to experience water-themed art and craft activities for children of all ages this January thanks to the Gannawarra Library Service’s school…
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Transfer station timber disposal fees increase
Fees associated with the disposal of timber at Gannawarra Shire Council’s transfer stations will increase from Monday, 22 December. As part of the changes, the…
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Look after your pet these summer holidays
Pet owners living in or visiting the Gannawarra Shire are reminded to adhere to laws relating to responsible pet ownership these summer holidays. The Christmas-New…
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Directory helps residents keep connected
GANNAWARRA Shire Council has developed a second edition of a quarterly directory that aims to foster social connections and enhance mental health and wellbeing. An…
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CMA slams water buybacks
THE North Central Catchment Management Authority has made an unprecedented statement in opposing non-strategic water buybacks in the southern Murray-Darling Basin. Chief executive Brad Drust…
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Smarter policy and stronger communities
HAMISH McIntyre did not set out to lead the peak Australian agricultural representation body, but when fellow farmers urged him to step up, he listened.…
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Sport
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Barham continues to strike wins
BKCC V WOORINEN BARHAM continued their winning ways after defeating Woorinen by 25 runs to earn their seventh win of the season. The River Raiders…
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World Titles wrap up in Barham
LAWN bowlers from across the region descended on cluBarham to watch some of the world’s best athletes go head-to-head in their backyard. A nail-biting finish…
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Kerang takes on Racecourse
RACECOURSE will hit the road for the final time in 2025, as they suit up to face Kerang before the Christmas break. The Green and…
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Murrabit take on Ultima
MURRABIT V ULTIMA TUF AFTER missing out on having a chance at playing the Kookaburra Cup, Ultima Tuf will go into this weekend looking to…
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Seven heaven opportunity for Blues
SWAN Hill RSL has the chance of making it seven straight wins in the competition this weekend. However, they will have to face the team…
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Cohuna retain top four spot
THE Cohuna Bowls Club were able to run away from Racecourse on Saturday, as they won by ten shots in a rather close affair between…
Entertainment
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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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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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Free travel for young Vics
More than one million young Victorians will benefit from free public transport from 1 January with the new youth myki now available to purchase online.…
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Victoria records highest-ever number of cancer diagnoses
New data released by the Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR) has revealed that in 2024 the state recorded the highest number of new cancer diagnoses since…
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Christmas lights spark safety warning
As Victorians once again unbox their Christmas tree and untangle decorations, fire authorities are encouraging everyone to take steps to avoid Santa’s naughty list and…
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Extreme heat timetables for train services
Extreme heat timetables will be in place on the V/Line network over coming days due to the forecast hot temperatures across Victoria. Today partial extreme…
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Welcoming the new year
NEW Year’s Eve celebrations in Kerang have been almost a year in the making for the event’s organisers. The Kerang Progress Association event drew crowds…
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Bright future ahead for star student
MURRABIT’S Belle Morton has been named as Kerang Technical High School’s 2025 dux, achieving an ATAR score of 80.85 which places her among some of…