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Students experience a taste of farming
THE smell of hay, the buzz of bees, and the clatter of shearing blades set the scene at Kerang Technical High School last Thursday, as…
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Sustainable farming plan launched
MALLEE Sustainable Farming (MSF) has launched a new 10-year Strategic Plan which aims to transform dryland agriculture across the Mallee. Backed by more than 25…
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Red lentil days ahead for new big pulse
BROADACRE farmers and a peak industry body are touting the benefits of a new red lentil variety. Known as GIA Colombo, the large seeded red…
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Get your girls together for a night in
WOMEN are being called to rally their girlfriends, sisters, mums, and mates this spring to raise funds for cancer research. Cancer Council Victoria’s Girls Night…
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Aussie Bird Count swoops into season
THE 2025 Aussie Bird Count is ready to spring into action counting local bird wildlife logged by Australian citizens. The annual count celebrates Australia’s local…
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Food delivery in fast lane
THE capacity for Kerang Neighbourhood House to support the community in times of need has received a significant boost. The community organisation was recently awarded…
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Connectivity issues
ILLEGAL mobile boosters are most likely the cause of network connectivity issues in the Kerang Lakes area, according to Telstra engineers. Despite upgrades to the…
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Making a difference
THE Cohuna Neighbourhood House is “thriving”, according to chairperson Kerri Sidorow. After undergoing renovations, Mrs Sidorow said the neighbourhood house was more accessible, more inviting,…
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Irrigation research on show
IRRIGATION farmers will get to have a hands-on look at the latest research, technology and crop variety performance at the Irrigation Farmers Network Spring Field…
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Sport
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Storm rolls in
THERE’S a storm brewing in the Central Murray – and it’s going to hit hard next season. The Ultima Football Netball Club’s new identity was…
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Final roar of GRFNL
A FEROCIOUS Lion’s roar will echo through the twilight history of the late Golden Rivers Football League. After twelve months gnawing on the bitter pill…
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Perfect Blues seal redemption
Murrabit have exacted their revenge from last year’s shock grand final loss by claiming an 18-goal victory over Hay in the final Golden Rivers A…
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Morrow’s deserved hat-trick
A lifetime of dedication and commitment to the Murrabit Football Netball Club was richly rewarded this week, with Murrabit’s Lauren Morrow enjoying a week to…
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Bulls race into grand final
AFTER an unexpected loss in the Second Semi-Final against Calder United, Birchip-Watchem have fought back last weekend in the Preliminary Final against Sea Lake Nandaly.…
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Lions roar into grand final
WHEN a brand-new football club joins a league, most football fans would not be sure what to expect. Some questions might be asked on whether…
Entertainment
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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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Paintings are new art ‘moo-vement’
DAIRY farmer Jo Harper’s journey to becoming an artist began in 2022 after her mother was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. “I said…
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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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History rhymes for Tigers
THE age-old aphorism that while history does not repeat itself, it often rhymes, rang true for the Macorna Football Club. The Tigers won the Golden…
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Radiology launches next month
KERANG District Health’s transition from the current Bendigo Radiology service to a fully owned and operated public service model is set to be completed next…
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Wind farm to lodge permit
THE proposed Cannie wind farm, located around 25km west of Kerang and just south of Beauchamp, is set to lodge its Environmental Effects Statement and…
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Lights shine on sporting complex
LEITCHVILLE hasn’t won a premiership – but the town is still celebrating like it has. After nearly a decade of lobbying, fundraising, phone calls and…
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Artistic talents showcased
FOUR new public artworks have been erected to celebrate Kerang’s history, architecture and natural surroundings. Driven by the Kerang Progress Association, the initiative’s latest instalment…