News
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Cruise into history
RIVER cruises aboard the historic PS Melbourne are running this weekend from Koondrook Wharf, offering locals a rare chance to experience their town from the…
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Take part in town pride
IT’S a weekend which has been 150 years in the making for Cohuna, and the town’s three-day sesquicentennial celebrations promise something for everyone. On Friday…
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Scam warning
A Gannawarra local has fallen victim to an online scam after attempting to purchase a motorbike through a social media marketplace. On 16 October, the…
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Beauty, business, and breakthroughs
SALLY Wilson still chuckles at the memory of her first attempts at beauty therapy — practising on friends and family with results she describes as…
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New recruits bolster firefighting resources
FOREST Fire Management Victoria’s newest recruits are gearing up for the summer bushfire season, undertaking intensive training camps across the state. The training camps ensure…
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Gillingham’s galore for centenary celebrations
EARLIER this month, more than 90 members of the Gillingham family celebrated 100 years since their forebears, Charles and Myrtle, arrived at Ashley Downs on…
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Time to nominate
WITH less than a month remaining until nominations close, Gannawarra Shire Council is inviting submissions for its annual Australia Day awards, which honour outstanding contributions…
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Summer splash
PREPARATIONS are in full swing for the 2025/26 season at the Cohuna and Kerang outdoor swimming pools, with both venues set to welcome the public…
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Jacqui’s hobby horses
AFTER injury ended Jacqui Longhurst’s love of horse riding, the equine enthusiast looked to downsize. “I still wanted horses but I couldn’t have big ones,…
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Sport
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Raiders continue recruiting spree
Koondrook-Barham have continued building their playing list ahead of the 2026 season, with the club announcing the recruitment of Tom German and Ryan Bartlett this…
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Golf Notes
Ladies Stableford – Wednesday 15 October TWELVE ladies played stableford on Wednesday, with the winner Meagan Taylor with 35 points, followed by R. McAlister (34…
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Bowls Notes
KERANG OUR midweek pennant, division one team travelled across to Barham to play Barham 2 under the dome last week and finished with two winning…
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Late burst seals McNeil win
Jye McNeil’s successful spring campaign continued at Caulfield on Saturday, with the Koondrook local piloting Rey Magnerio to a come-from-behind win in the Group 2…
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Kerang continue winning streak
REIGNING premiers Kerang have continued their unbeaten start to the 2025-26 Northern Valley pennant season, with a comfortable 15-shot win over league newcomers Birchip on…
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Tigers set to roar
THE Macorna Football Netball Club has entered a new era both on and off the field, with the club confirming the appointment of Fergus Payne…
Entertainment
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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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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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Fire destroys Mallee pub
THE beating heart of a tiny Mallee town has been reduced to rubble after a fierce blaze tore through the historic Lascelles Minapre Hotel in…
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Fire danger period declared
FIRE restrictions will begin in the Swan Hill and Gannawarra municipalities from early next month. The CFA has declared the Fire Danger Period for the…
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Learn how pump screens work
KEEPING weeds out of irrigation pumps and reducing nutrient run-off might sound like small wins, but together they are helping improve the health of Gunbower…
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Celebrating culture
LOCAL multicultural organisations are being encouraged to apply for support through the Multicultural Festivals and Events Grant Program — a vital initiative that helps communities…
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Fitting rural women
PERSONAL stylist Cathy Ballis has made her love for fashion a career, building Styled by Cathy to empower women to feel confident and comfortable in…
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Thunderstorm asthma alert
VicEmergency has issued a moderate Thunderstorm Asthma alert for several regions across Victoria, including the Mallee, Northern Country, and East Gippsland. Residents in these areas…