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Dalton has plan to ‘fix’ basin
MEMBER for Murray Helen Dalton says water is “on the lips of everyone” as she unveiled her seven-point plan to “fix” the Murray-Darling Basin. Mrs…
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Skills to be on show
MEMBERS of fire brigades from Melton, Echuca, Kyneton and Kerang will this weekend be at the Swan Hill Showgrounds competing against each other for the…
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Blitz on jet skiers as injuries mount
NSW Maritime officers hit the water last weekend to remind jet skiers of their responsibilities during Operation Cool Your Jets. More than 2000 vessel safety…
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Firefighters join Grampians battle
SUNRAYSIA based volunteer firefighters had an “eye-opening” deployment to the Grampians on the weekend. Country Fire Authority members from Sunraysia brigades as well as Ouyen,…
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Free smoke alarm checks
MEMBERS of Balranald Fire and Rescue Station are encouraging residents to book a free home safety check to ensure smoke alarms are working. Captain of…
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Stay levy a short straw
IN a change for Swan Hill’s tourism industry, Victoria’s levy on short-stay accommodation has started. Described as an effort to balance the needs of residents,…
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Residents can check on council initiatives online
SWAN Hill Council has launched a new online tool designed to keep residents updated on its projects. Council’s director of corporate services, Bhan Pratap, said…
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Disabilities support win one for whole team
SWAN Hill Discoveries team has won the 2024 National Disability Award for Excellence in Regional and Remote Support at the Adelaide award ceremony. While founder…
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Snakes alive, boy nearly bitten in family backyard
RESIDENTS across the Mallee are being urged to take care this summer as snake season is well and truly underway. This comes as Woorinen boy…
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Stolen sign a pretty low act
TOUR guide and Balranald Shire Councillor German Ugarte has expressed his disappointment after a large wildlife crossing sign was stolen from Ivanhoe Road about 17…










