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  • Koala count a success

    Koala count a success

    ONE koala, two koala, three koalas — and more — were recorded during the Great Koala Count.The count saw ‘citizen scientists’ hit the road in…

  • Climate in focus

    Climate in focus

    MORE than 50 local residents took part in the National Day of Climate Action at Riverside Park in Swan Hill on Sunday.The rally took place…

  • Malleefowl under fire

    Malleefowl under fire

    PRESCRIBED burning is putting the endangered Malleefowl further under threat, according to a conservation group.THE Victorian Malleefowl Recovery Group (VMRG) is concerned about the effect…

  • Hero honoured

    Hero honoured

    A SWAN Hill SES volunteer’s heroic act has been recognised with national SES and bravery awards.North West Regional Support Unit controller Keith Blackman was driving…

  • Life as busy as a bee

    Life as busy as a bee

    THROUGHOUT the Nyah district Geoff Bradbury is commonly referred to as the honey man.While honey is not usually a term of endearment for a 75-year-old…

  • Back in business

    Back in business

    THOSE who were out-bid by Bunnings in the recent sale of North Park have another opportunity to set up shop in Swan Hill.The large block…

  • Many out to pay respects

    Many out to pay respects

    DESPITE dreary conditions, a large crowd of veterans, students and members of the community gathered for the Balranald Remembrance Day service on Monday.The service, run…

  • Military trail honours veterans

    Military trail honours veterans

    TOURISTS and locals alike will now be able to reflect on the sacrifices, achievements and lives of Balranald’s ex-servicemen with the unveiling of the Military…

  • Keep your best mate snake-safe

    Keep your best mate snake-safe

    INSTINCTIVE curiosity and a keen playfulness are some of the things that make pets such good companions, however, it can also increase their vulnerability if…

  • Fruit stays pest free

    Fruit stays pest free

    DESPITE a $120,000 shortfall, produce growers in the Swan Hill region will remain part of the Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area (PFA). Following a reduction…

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