News
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Survey finds rare flora at Quambatook reserve
A WILDFLOWER reserve near Quambatook appears to be flourishing, according to the first official flora survey in 50 years. Regional Landcare co-ordinator Ted Ryan said…
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Light up to celebrate, not burn
CHRISTMAS is the time to celebrate, but it’s important to check the wiring and placement of festive lights. CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan said homeowners…
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Salvos share cheer
THE Swan Hill branch of The Salvation Army are calling for donations as they launch their annual Christmas appeal to help all community members celebrate…
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Spreading the Christmas cheer
MID-Murray Chiropractic’s annual community Christmas fundraiser was a big success, with a large crowd of enthusiastic kids enjoying the fun activities on offer last Thursday.…
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Shirley Swan looks back on a lifetime of swim lessons
ANYONE who has learned to swim in Swan Hill likely had lessons from Shirley Swan. Swan has been a swimming coach for more than 50…
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Brief closures for Tooleybuc bridge
THE Tooleybuc bridge spanning the Murray River will be closed for 30-minute stints tomorrow and Thursday. Works to inspect and test the lift span will…
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Heywire winner highlights Mallee’s unique beauty
A TEENAGER’S desire to share the unique beauty of the Mallee with the world has been recognised in the annual ABC Heywire competition. Blake Lee,…
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New fields start at home
SEA Lake resident Ashlen Wright is a Tyrrell College success story. She’s established a strong career in the agricultural industry since graduating from the school…
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Tourism dire, operators stoic
IT was meant to be the summer that tourism recovered in Balranald after two years of the pandemic. Unfortunately, due to the flooding emergency, the…
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Valley highway shut
THE Murray Valley Highway is closed in both directions between Piangil and Robinvale after floodwater caused substantial damage to the road surface. Department of Transport…










