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Swan Hill start for Variety Bash
SWAN Hill will be the jumping-off point for the 2024 Victorian Variety Bash as costumed and fun-loving participants head off on a journey of more…
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MDBA releases early insights on river management
THE Murray-Darling Basin Authority has opened the door on early insights about basin water management, sustainable diversion limits and outcomes-based regulation issues to inform the…
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Helping hand ahead of 3G deadline
TELSTRA is offering 12,000 free handsets to “support those who need it most” ahead of the 3G network closure on August 31. “Many of these…
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Improved integrity standards for councils
LEGISLATION to improve council governance and integrity standards has been passed by the Victorian Government The reform of the Local Government Act 2020 will elevate…
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Spirits high at Big Freeze
STUDENTS at Tyrrell College have proved you’re never too young to step out of your comfort zone and make a difference. The cold weather did…
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Speed zone too late – mum
A GRIEVING Balranald mother who lost her son after he was struck by a car says it’s insensitive for the NSW Government to present her…
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Pharmacists object to vape change
FROM July, adults will be able to purchase vapes at pharmacies if they have a prescription. However, amendments to a bill before parliament could change…
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Ready to hit the playground running
SWAN Hill Primary School has dedicated last week to children in kindergarten who will be attending Prep next year with its Ready? Steady? Prep! program.…
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Accommodation service welcomes housing target
HOUSING targets signal a positive move for the Mallee, according to a regional housing provider. Mallee Accommodation and Support Program has welcomed the Victorian Government’s…
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Cost of water to rise
LOWER Murray Water has set its new urban and rural water pricing for 2024-25, with an increase above the rate of inflation. Managing director Paul…










