News
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Great lengths for good cause
A HAIRCUT isn’t usually an emotional moment, but for Rosa Orlando, the choice to chop her long locks was inspired by the chance to give…
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Snakes on the move in the north west
A SUSPECTED fatal snake bite in north west Victoria has prompted Ambulance Victoria to warn residents to be on the lookout and to know what…
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Free chemical detox for homes
SWAN Hill Council is encouraging residents to begin cleaning out unwanted household chemicals, ahead of a Detox your Home event early next year. It is…
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Grief book ‘like a hug from Country’
CONFRONTING the loss of a newborn child is a deeply painful and difficult time for parents, families and their support network. Managing the loss across…
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‘Same pay’ a hit to farmers, MP warns
MEMBER for Mallee Anne Webster is concerned farmers and small business owners will bear the cost of new “same job, same pay” laws. Employers with…
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Balranald in mourning for boy, 9
To donate, visit www.gofundme.com/f/kylie-shaun-and-family THE Balranald community has poured out their grief and generosity for the family of a boy who died after being hit…
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Chiro care
CARING for everyone is the Christmas motto for one Swan Hill chiropractic clinic. Mid-Murray Chiropractic started out trading one afternoon’s services for a toy donation…
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Women lead lake crossing
THIS year’s Lake Boga Bank 2 Bank event was dominated by female swimmers, as blustery conditions added to the challenge of the open-water swim. The…
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What’s On
FRIDAY 4.30pm for 5pm: Barefoot bowls at Nyah, every Friday night until April. 5.15pm for 5.45pm: Mini golf tournament series at Tooleybuc Sporting Club. Cost…
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Deon is driving and thriving
WHEN Deon Cheeseman attained his probationary driver’s licence last month, he was more surprised than anyone. The Swan Hill resident had been slow to get…










