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Around the Churches: 9/4/21
Anglican THE solemn 8.30am Good Friday service, the Liturgy of the Passion, commenced in silent reflection. Sunlight moved to the altar at the west, then…
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Meerkats on a charity prowl
THEIR 1988 Nissan Patrol is almost ready and their meerkat suits are complete. Now, it’s time to reach their new fundraising goal. Swan Hill’s Hadyn…
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More than 100 blitzed
MORE than 100 offences were detected by Swan Hill highway patrol over a five-day Easter long weekend blitz. Five lives were lost on the roads…
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Driver killed in rollover
A 24-YEAR-OLD Curlwaa man has lost his life, after his vehicle rolled over near Robinvale. Police said it was believed the man was driving a…
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First sod turned for new homes
CONSTRUCTION will begin this month on new accommodation houses in Robinvale in a bid to alleviate housing shortages in the Mallee. Regional Development Minister Mary-Anne…
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Long-awaited skate park takes shape
EXCITEMENT is building as stage one progresses on the new Nyah West skate park. Swan Hill Rural City Council said all elements from Swan Hill’s…
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Success stories
SWAN Hill region businesses are leading the way, featuring in a new book about rural entrepreneurs. Central Victorian author and businesswoman Kerry Anderson interviewed 50…
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VFF in budget push for rail line
THE state’s peak farming body wants to see a commitment to complete the troubled Murray Basin Rail Project – including the promised standardisation of the…
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MP exit delights Dalton
THE sensational resignation of a NSW Nationals MP last week could pave the way for water reform, says Murray MP Helen Dalton. Member for Upper…
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Design team sought for Info Centre redevelopment
FRESH concept plans have been prepared for the redevelopment of the Balranald Visitor Information Centre. The project will incorporate the three existing buildings into a…








