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Small business bus to roll into region

THE Victorian Government’s Small Business Bus will roll into Kerang and Swan Hill in coming weeks. This service will be offering free expert business advice to small business owners and those wanting to start a business. It will be stationed at 50...

11 Jun 2025
News

Local branch takes top rural accolade

A COHUNA real estate agent continues to be at the top of its game, with another award under the hammer. First National Charles L King & Co Cohuna/Barham has been awarded the accolade for the highest national rural sales office at the 2025 First...

10 Jun 2025
Branded Content

Is your business wasting money on Google? Here’s how to tell.

Google Ads can be a goldmine for acquiring customers—if you know what you’re doing. But poorly managed campaigns often burn through budgets with little to show. Here’s how Australian businesses can spot wasteful ad spend before it hurts the...

28 May 2025
Branded Content

Can you trademark a catchphrase? Here’s what Aussie businesses need to know

Every business dreams of a catchy slogan that sticks in customers’ minds—think “I’m Lovin’ It” or “Just Do It.” But in Australia, registering a trademark for a snappy phrase isn’t as simple as filling in a form. Here’s what...

28 May 2025
News

A town with no pub

FOR months, the doors of the Quambatook Hotel have been closed, and residents say it is taking a toll on the soul of the town. Trevor Roberts has lived in the small town of just over 200 people for seven years and managed the pub under previous...

14 May 2025
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Ripples of change

DURING the past fortnight, something powerful has been happening behind the doors at Kerang Neighbourhood House. As part of their Neighbourhood House Week celebrations, a series of workshops have brought together volunteers and...

06 May 2025
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Koondrook Barham Ride Park back with a roar

THE sound of revving engines echoed through the Koondrook Barham Ride Park once again, signaling not just the return of dirt bikes but the revival of a beloved community hub. After being closed for more than four years due to insurance issues and red...

16 Apr 2025
News

Financial relief for ratepayers

GANNAWARRA Council has adopted revised versions of policies that assist ratepayers experiencing general and financial hardship, specifically around rates and charges raised by the council. The council adopted the revised rate relief and outstanding...

15 Apr 2025
Business

First National Real Estate Charles L. King & Co Cohuna-Barham honoured

FIRST National Real Estate Charles L. King & Co Cohuna-Barham was recognised for outstanding achievement at a glittering state awards event at the National Gallery of Victoria on Saturday night. The awards recognised the achievements of First...

08 Apr 2025
Business

New store for Kerang’s convenience

IT might be called The Reject Shop, but Kerang shoppers have embraced the new discount powerhouse. The retailer opened its new store on Fitzroy Street on Thursday, with Gannawarra Shire Mayor Cr Garner Smith cutting the ribbon. There was a queue of...

19 Mar 2025
Farming and Environment

Orchardist denied again in accommodation dispute

SWAN Hill Council’s refusal to issue a certificate to an orchardist to build worker accommodation on the site has been upheld by the planning tribunal. Redland Fruit took Swan Hill Council to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, to...

22 Feb 2025
Business

Court awards damages over Cohuna Hotel Motel sale

A CHEF has been awarded more than $1.2 million in damages after he was sold the Cohuna Hotel Motel under the false proviso it was in excellent order. The NSW Supreme Court was told that in January 2015, Paul Gomes was enticed by the prospect of...

25 Feb 2025
Business

Hefty fine after farm workers death

A FARM tragedy played out its final scene in Mildura Magistrates’ Court, when labour hire business AH Vision Pty Ltd was sentenced ex parte after being found guilty of two charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The company was fined...

20 Feb 2025
Business

Reject Shop for Kerang

DISCOUNT store The Reject Shop will soon call Kerang home. The store will be located in the former tenpin bowling premises on Fitzroy Street. Tradespeople have been busy since the end of last year preparing the site for fit out. The company also has...

05 Feb 2025
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Shop local and save

BARHAM Newsagency has back-to-school shopping covered, with all the stationery items needed to start the school year instock and ready to go. The newsagency assures parents and carers that there is no need for the added expense of travel and...

22 Jan 2025
Business

Fashion duo bring their unique style back home

SELF expression through clothing is about to get more individualised in Swan Hill, with Porque clothing brand’s collection launch at the Federal Hotel on January 3. Local boys Sam Fisher and Jack Woodward started Porque (pronounced POR-KAY) to make...

31 Dec 2024
Business

Elders eyeing a Delta deal

THE Mallee and north-west Victoria’s leading agricultural agency business is about to go through its biggest shake-up in decades. Adelaide-based Elders only needs an ACCC rubber stamp early next year to formalise its $475 million...

29 Nov 2024