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Shire’s ‘bright’ future as elections near
THE future is “bright” for Balranald Shire as it heads towards democratic elections after four years in administration, according to administrator Mike Colreavy. He said…
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Classics defence to deter vandals
SWAN Hill Council is hoping classical music will deter loitering and vandalism at a problematic CBD public toilet. The council said it continued to be…
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Hometown hero award
FORMER Balranald Shire Youth Mayor Jackson Bialobrzeski has been acknowledged for making his home town a better place for young people. The commerce student, studying…
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Baby, look at us now
THE importance of a strong midwifery department can’t be understated at Swan Hill District Health, with one specialist describing it as “where the next generation…
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Stop river ad lies: Dalton
MEMBER for Murray Helen Dalton has called on the Federal Government to pull the plug on a new Murray-Darling Basin television commercial. The independent MP…
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Nomads love Culgoa pub
FOR the owners of a humble Culgoa pub, it’s more than just serving a counter meal and tap beer. The Kaneira Hotel is also a…
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Theft is a sign of the crimes
THE extent and real cost of stolen and damaged road signs in the Swan Hill municipality will never be determined, according to an Annuello farmer.…
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Healthy payoff for thinking pink
SWAN Worklocker’s Pink Friday campaign has led to two significant donations to Swan Hill District Health. SHDH received $2000 for their ongoing fundraiser for an…
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Staff plea over pool closures
BULOKE Council says it’s struggling to staff outdoor pools this time of the year, after multiple closures on the long weekend. Locals and tourists criticised…
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Water is the top talking point
WATER-management matters were key topics at the Murray River Group of Councils’ first 2024 meeting at Kerang. This month’s meeting was the first to be…










