News
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Ross River Virus risk linked to warmer temperatures
AUSTRALIANS are being urged to take steps to avoid mosquito bites this summer after new research found warmer temperatures significantly increase the risk of Ross…
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Dry conditions and ‘very low’ inflows
THE Murray-Darling Basin Authority has updated its annual operating outlook, warning that dry conditions and very low inflows to the Murray River are continuing for…
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Sunburn posing painful threat to Victorians’ health
VICTORIANS are continuing to present to hospital emergency departments with severe sunburn at increasing rates, with new figures revealing a sharp rise in cases over…
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Fatal rollover at Lalbert
A WOMAN has died and the driver remains in hospital under police guard following a horrific car crash at Lalbert on Tuesday. A vehicle containing…
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Christmas not a time of celebration for everyone
CHRISTMAS has been identified as the most dangerous day of the year for family violence, with police warning the festive season can place vulnerable people…
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Local leaders condemn terror attack
THE region’s political leaders have condemned the Bondi terrorist attack that killed 15 innocent people, with calls to “reject anti-semitism in all its forms”. A…
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Defined by determination
KERANG Christian College principal Lance Davidson is excited for what the future will hold for their freshly graduated cohort. Mr Davidson said it was a…
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SES recruitment drive
FOLLOWING a full renovation and equipment upgrade, the Victorian State Emergency Services Kerang Unit is calling for members to step up and join their ranks.…
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Coordinated response contained large fire
A TOTAL fire band remains in place today in the Wimmera Mallee, with CFA units on high alert to respond in this region and to…
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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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Farming legacy comes alive
In the heart of Manangatang, a remarkable piece of farming history is set to roar back to life. Fourth-generation farmer Brody Oliver is preparing to…
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Out and about: at the Cohuna carols
THE Gateway to Gannawarra was filled with festive harmonies from a patchwork choir of young and old, as Cohuna Combined Churches hosted Christmas Carols in…
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10 Best Australian Christmas Books for Kids
Looking for the perfect gift for little readers this Christmas? Reading Out of Poverty (ROOP), a national charity supporting early childhood literacy, has curated the…
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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…