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Wednesday, April 30, 2025

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News

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
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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
Branded Content

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
News

Local tills ring with Black Friday sales

BLACK Friday sales started this week and are a great chance to begin filling Christmas stockings at bargain prices. Local retailers will offer a variety of discounted items until next Monday, with some as much as 50 per cent off recommended retail...

26 Nov 2024
News

Social media marketing, cyber security on breakfast menu

A SMALL business breakfast with topics including marketing and cybersecurity will be hosted by Murray River Council in Barham in December. The breakfast will be an opportunity for business operators to learn, connect, and network with other...

07 Nov 2024
Business

Rate-hold no benefit to retailers

ON September 24 the Reserve Bank once again held rates steady, but shoppers’ wallets remain shut to struggling retailers. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that year-on-year sales flatlined in July despite efforts by retailers to...

02 Oct 2024
Business

Kerang Bistro is a community hub

KERANG Bistro is more than just a place to eat - it’s a community hub where locals, families, seniors, and tradies come together to enjoy great food and even better company. Serving up a unique blend of Asian fusion flavours, traditional Aussie...

11 Sep 2024
Business

Record harvest, revenue and profit at ECS Botanics

THE company behind a medicinal cannabis farm in the Gannawarra Shire has reported a full year record harvest, revenue and profit. ECS Botanics Holdings recorded an annual total income of $20.5 million – a 31 per cent increase on 2022/23. That was...

04 Sep 2024
Business

Leading way for family and community

OWNING Kerang’s Autopro store for more than two decades has been a labour of love for Bruce Wright. It was the start of the new financial year in 2002 when Mr Wright and his family took over the reins of the business. The move was bitter sweet for...

23 Aug 2024