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Stage set for park
ROBINVALE’S “amazing” Centenary Park Nature and Adventure Play Precinct project could be constructed in a single stage – should an application for federal funding be…
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Building a vision for hemp
A HEMP venture is set to “revolutionise” the Barham region, with plans to establish a sustainable hemp building materials manufacturing facility. Murray Industrial Hemp promises…
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Debutantes embrace their inner Bridgerton
WOORINEN Recreation Reserve resembled the scene of a popular Netflix series as the football and netball club celebrated its 2024 debutante ball. The ball’s unique…
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Survey targets crash hotspots
SWAN Hill Council has launched a survey to gauge residents’ personal experiences with two of Swan Hill’s most dangerous intersections. The council said it was…
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Early years draft strategy backed
MALLEE Family Care has welcomed the Federal Government’s draft Early Years Strategy 2024-2034, which will shape Australia’s efforts to improve outcomes for young children. In…
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Council offers free pet ID
SWAN Hill Council is again giving its residents the chance to microchip their pets for free. The free microchipping program will be rolled out next…
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Council gathers flood data
MURRAY River Council has started a review of local flood studies and management plans, with Moulamein township first on the list. Council contractors will be…
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Campers ignore fire bans
CAMPERS who ignored fire conditions and danger warnings on the Labour Day long weekend have been criticised for lighting dozens of illegal fires. Conservation Regulator…
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Family car tax claims ‘absurd’
LOCAL politicians and car dealers claim that cars commonly operated in rural areas will become unaffordable under the government’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standards to reduce…
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The price is not right
The Electric Vehicle Council, Tesla and Polestar have criticised FCAI for its “demonstrably false” claims that the NVES will drive up car prices. Tesla and…










