2017
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Dry conditions lead to increased water usage
DRY weather conditions throughout the district have resulted in higher than average water use among residential households serviced by Lower Murray Water (LMW). According to…
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Scooping the pool at Vic Country
NYAH Two Bays Swan Hill Swimming Club juniors recently claimed great results at Victorian Country competition, with three gold, six silver and five bronze medals.…
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Play time: officials celebrate opening of Barry Steggall Park
TOWER Hill’s $1.3 million epicentre of entertainment has been praised at an event to celebrate the conclusion of the Steggall Park all-abilities playground project. A…
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Tourism board investigates proposed adventure trail
THE Murray Regional Tourism Board (MRTB) has received $60,000 to develop a feasibility study and business case for a proposed Murray River Adventure Trail. The…
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Town ranked in top 10 for disadvantage
ROBINVALE has been identified as one of the most disadvantaged suburbs in Victoria according to new socio-economic data. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data from…
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New leash on life
LEGALLY blind Tresco resident Lisa Condy has been given a new leash on life, thanks to a guide dog called Vincent. The 11-month old black…
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CEO appointment ‘imminent’
THE new chief executive officer of Swan Hill Rural City Council could be chosen upon by next week, according to Mayor Les McPhee. Speaking to…
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Very good Friday
LOCALS have dug deep for this year’s Good Friday Appeal, raising more than $35,000 to help continue the vital work of the Royal Children’s Hospital.…
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Change your clock, change your alarm
WITH the end of the daylight saving fast approaching, local fire services are reminding people to complete one simple chore that could save lives. As…
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Wakool Shire mayor appeals for action on bridge stalemate
A VIGOROUS debate on the Swan Hill bridge proposal has dominated a general meeting between Swan Hill and Wakool Shire councillors this week. The two…









