2017
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CFA warns residents of burn-off dangers
OUT of control burn-offs leading to damage and criminal charges in Kerang and Mildura have prompted the CFA to encourage residents to be aware of…
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Lighting boost
CONDITIONS at the Nyah Recreation Reserve are about to be boosted with a major lighting upgrade receiving Victorian Government funding support. Member for Swan Hill…
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Big week for talented Coffey
HARRY Coffey piloted home the winner of the Millicent Cup last Sunday at Penola. After riding at Flemington on the Saturday, Coffey added to his…
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Top teams clash in three-point thriller
COUNTRY football was alive and kicking at Cohuna on Saturday, with a bumper crowd paying a touch over $6000 at the gate to see the…
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MP-in training shadows sitting Mallee member
NATIONALS candidate for Mallee Andrew Broad has had a taste of what’s entailed when it comes to overseeing the Mallee electorate. He has been clocking…
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Councils, facilities welcome government’s childcare boost
AS THE child care crisis in country communities deepens, rural councils and kindergartens have welcomed a “responsible” State budget that indicates some relief for the…
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Retailers need rain not a rate cut: Jennings
RETAILERS struggling through tough economic conditions do not expect relief from this year’s first interest rate cut, which has taken rates to the historic low…
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Uncertain future
HIGH demand for a range of aged care services and a lack of government funding has created uncertainty within the region’s aged care facilities. While…
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State squad selection chance
TWO young Swan Hill soccer players are on track to represent their state later this year. Megan Williamson, 13, and Annie Bissinella, 11, have been…
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Spirit of a Bulldog and a Saint
TYNTYNDER’S Lachlan Carroll and Tooleybuc Manangatang’s Michael Roberts were the first two recipients of the Spirit of Football Award for 2013. Carroll’s award was presented…










