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Thousands flock to outback festival
THOUSANDS are estimated to have attended Balranald’s 5 Rivers Outback Festival during the weekend.Festival committee chair Mia Zaffina said official numbers were yet to be…
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Spontaneous start to fire season
A FIRE that engulfed piles of almond hull at a Carina West almond processing plant, near Robinvale last Thursday has been contained seven days after…
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Comebacks combat peer pressure
STUDENTS at Swan Hill College have launched a new online anti-drugs video which aims to assist teenagers to say no to drugs and peer pressure.Working…
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A life dedicated to volunteering
HELPING others and being involved in the local community has been a life-long commitment for Maren Chandler.Born in 1936, Maren lived in Kerang for most…
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Worth the weight
A SWAN Hill resident has proved to be one of the best in the country at losing weight.In her aim to become a “better mother,…
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Iconic Cup’s resounding success
MORE than 3000 people turned out on Saturday in particularly hot weather to enjoy the Agfarm Manangatang Cup 2013.The crowd was enthusiastic and more than…
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Watch out for wildlife
WITH spring well and truly here, it seems people and animals alike are enjoying the rise in temperature — although some wildlife’s choice of summer…
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Community spirit recognised
SWAN Hill Uniting Church Community Issues Group )SHUCCIG) will receive a top award for their work with refugees at an awards night next week.Regional business…
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Family first for childcare
A SHORTAGE of childcare services in the region could see a change, with council encouraging residents to open their own Family Day Care (FDC) businesses.As…
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AGAINST THE GRAIN: Broad, local farmers welcome delay in GrainCorp decision
MEMBER for Mallee Andrew Broad has called on his government colleagues to show caution when it comes to the proposed sale of agribusiness GrainCorp.Federal Treasurer…
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