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Goschen mine project faces decision time
A SMALL farming town 35km from Swan Hill could significantly boost Australia’s production of rare earths and contribute to making the nation a key player…
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Livestock transport safety to the fore
PEOPLE involved in the livestock supply chain are being urged to follow safer transport practices following 14 crashes involving livestock in the first four months…
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Cloak more than a work of art
STAFF at Swan Hill District Health have begun creating a possum skin cloak that will be covered in designs burnt into the skin as part…
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It’s all happening at Hatfield
WOMEN will have the spotlight in this year’s Hatfield Happening years after it was last held. The event is set for the Hatfield Hall and…
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Eskimo Joe gets warm reception
FANS were entertained by Australian rock legends Eskimo Joe at a sell-out performance at Swan Hill Town Hall on Friday night. The ARIA Award-winning band…
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Nominate a senior for community award
NOMINATIONS are open for the upcoming Victorian Senior of the Year Awards with members of the community encouraged to put forward the names of hardworking…
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Water buybacks open
THE tendering of controversial water buybacks, aimed at recovering 70 gigalitres of water from the southern Murray-Darling Basin, opened Monday. Voluntary water purchases, or buybacks,…
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State supports roadside cleanup
THE Victorian Government has announced support for regional councils to reduce roadside weeds and prepare for the upcoming fire season. This year, 45 councils across…
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Time to step up and lead
IF you want something done, ask a busy person. That’s the mantra of Dianne Wright as she expands her leadership capacity in the 2024 Loddon…
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Practical help for would-be councillors
WITH local government elections coming up in October, aspiring councillors are encouraged to attend an information session to learn more about the election process. There…










