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Farm household help on offer
A KEY farming sector spokesperson from Victoria is urging those on the land in need to take advantage of the Federal Government’s Farm Household Allowance.…
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Budget brings big works
SWAN Hill Rural City Council has touted the “largest capital works program ever undertaken” in the shire after adopting their 2025-26 budget. Of the $42.1…
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Treaty meetings continue
REGIONAL meetings have been held to continue negotiations for Victoria’s first treaty. Premier Jacinta Allan and First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria co-chairs Rueben Berg and…
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Saleyards report coming soon
A REPORT concerning the future of the Swan Hill Regional Livestock Exchange (SHRLE) is expected in the coming weeks. Swan Hill Rural City Council Mayor…
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Council boasts ‘carefully considered’ budget
MURRAY River Council appears to remain focused on the core functions of local government in adopting its 2025-26 operational plan. The suite of year-long strategic…
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In brief
Ferry out of action THE Speewa ferry service will be closed later this week for maintenance. The ferry, which spans the Murray River, will be…
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Kadison wins bronze in 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships
BALRANALD Central School student, Kadison Dalton, brought home bronze last week after competing in the 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships. The competition drew more than…
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Mallee drought relief urgent, says Benham
MEMBER for Mildura Jade Benham has called for urgent drought relief for farmers in the Mallee, with areas such as Manangatang doing it “particularly tough”.…
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Survey to shape future of housing
BALRANALD Shire Council has partnered with planning consultancy Habitat to develop a housing strategy that will guide future residential development across the region. As the…
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Pilot Michael Smith’s special link to museum
THE Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum had a special visit last week when pilot Michael Smith touched down. Smith was awarded Australian Geographic Adventurer of…
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