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Family reunites for annual Easter tradition
THE Johnson and Wright clans have returned to the stretch of Murray riverbank they have called home every Easter weekend for about 70 years. Matriarch…
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Water buybacks ‘wasteful’
A FRESH political fight has erupted over water buybacks in the Murray-Darling Basin, with farmers, the Coalition and the Federal Government at odds over their impact on rivers and regional…
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Public reminded to lock vehicles
POLICE have reminded the community to secure and lock up vehicles and homes after an increased number of thefts reported in the last week. SWAN HILL THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE…
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Demolition for ageing amenities
WORKS to remove the decommissioned Swan Hill Showgrounds precinct northwest toilet block have commenced, addressing ongoing issues and safety concerns. Swan Hill Rural City Council director of infrastructure Leah Johnston…
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Students switch off in classrooms
ST MARY MacKillop College is urging a balanced approach to Victoria’s sweeping school device ban, warning education must go hand-in-hand with restriction. As the Victorian Government moves to expand its…
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Herbie drives double win
THERE'S nothing better on a balmy evening than being at the harness racing, and such was the case at Swan Hill on Tuesday when an interesting seven-event card was conducted.…
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Perfecting the chocolate recipe
A NEW chocolate store has arrived in Swan Hill just in time for Easter, offering handcrafted treats and artisanal creations that are set to delight locals and visitors alike. Esteemed…
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Fuel squeeze hits council works
RISING fuel costs are tightening the screws on Swan Hill Rural City Council operations, with infrastructure projects feeling the strain. Council’s director of infrastructure, Leah Johnston, said the organisation was…
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RSL continues family legacy
IN a career spanning 28 seasons of senior cricket, the Swan Hill RSL Cricket Club marked a historic occasion by inducting Ryan Hinton into its highly-respected life membership ranks. Hinton…
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Decades without local Easter road fatality
ANNUAL road safety signs have reappeared across the community this week, as hopes rise for another Easter weekend without a road fatality. LJ Hooker Swan Hill licensee John Monahan has…
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Kerang Cup heats up
EASTER weekend in Kerang means one thing for the racing community: the Kerang Cup is right around the corner. Anticipation is building at the track, especially with Star Buyer -…