News
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…










