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Phone scam costs thousands
SHARON Watkins never thought that she would fall victim to a phone scam. But a few weeks ago, the health-care worker from Woomelang lost tens…
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Council halts permits
THE critical shortage of qualified and registered building staff has hit home, with Swan Hill Council not accepting building permit applications until the issue is…
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$1500 cars to make $2 million for cancer cause
DOZENS of cars worth less than $1500 will rally at Tooleybuc on Tuesday as part of a Cancer Council fundraiser. The 2023 Shitbox Rally will…
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What’s On
TOMORROW 11am: Balranald Cup. Tickets are $20. Live music, kids’ entertainment, all-day catering. Strictly no BYO. Marquee and gazebo bookings are essential. 9am-noon: Anglican Boot…
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Nyah veteran tackles March mission
IF you see a man walking along the highway in a white shirt this month, it will likely be Russell Summers taking part in the…
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Town’s passion project
THE Swan Hill community has “passionately” documented how they envisage a new information centre and expanded art gallery to look. Swan Hill Council hosted focus…
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Words from the mayor
Les McPhee Women Leading Locally IN my previous column, I urged anyone who had contemplated the idea of standing for council to get involved. An…
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Gap in pool, spa registrations
SWAN Hill Council is concerned that many pools and spas in the municipality are still not registered. Director of development and planning Heather Green said…
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Mozzie kill under way, says Swan Hill Council
SWAN Hill Council has reassured the community of efforts to control mosquito numbers after last year’s floods provided ideal breeding conditions. Council has set up…
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New Balranald Shire leader takes over
BALRANALD Shire Council has appointed a new general manager, with experienced local government official Craig Bennett taking the reins on a five-year contract. Mr Bennett…










