News
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Red Shield Appeal going well
SATURDAY was officially the start of the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal doorknock, but in Swan Hill volunteers were manning pop-up tables at Bunnings and…
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Making crays measure up
RECREATIONAL crayfishers are advised to carefully measure their catches of the Murray spiny freshwater crayfish as the open season begins on June 1. Fishers can…
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Nats’ leader visits region
A GRAPE grower has told Nationals leader David Littleproud it is like “death by a thousand cuts” for farmers at the moment, as the MP…
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Pioneer Settlement cultural hub a step closer
A CRUCIAL drainage upgrade for the site is scheduled to begin soon at the much-anticipated Swan Hill Tourism and Cultural Hub at Pioneer Settlement. Council…
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Mad mates on a mission
HERE are four country boys with a very clear message for Canberra – and it’s all about them being mad about the Murray Darling. Because…
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Federal Budget welcome but with gaps
LAST week’s Federal Budget was a “mixed bag” that fell just short of adequately addressing many pressing challenges, particularly in regional areas, according to the…
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Many hands make lighter work for Nyah Nyah West CFA
AS the 100th anniversary of Nyah Nyah West Fire Brigade approaches next year, volunteers of the humble group say they need more members to survive.…
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Council wants public input
SWAN Hill Council Mayor Stuart King says a parliamentary inquiry into local government sustainability provides an avenue to examine existing funding methods and explore alternative…
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Have your say on Murray River Council budget
MURRAY River Council residents are set to be slugged with a 4.7 per cent rise in general rates as the council continues a service level…
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Access boost for lake
KEEN boaters have been given a boost with the recent completion of a new floating pontoon at Lake Boga. Outdoor Recreation Minister Steve Dimopoulos said…










