News
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Nationals pass the baton
THERE was a historic moment in politics locally last week when three generations of federal members for Mallee came together.A dinner was held on Friday…
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Fire season upon us
FIRE restrictions will be tightened from today as the Swan Hill region enters the CFA’s Fire Danger Period.During the Fire Danger Period — expected to…
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Catching up on climate change
ACTION on global warming is heating up, with a nationwide day of protest to reach Swan Hill later this month.A “Climate Catchup”, one of more…
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TRUSS IN MALLEE
FUNDING allocated for the upgrade of the Swan Hill Aerodrome is not the Coalition’s responsibility, according to deputy Prime Minister Warren Truss.Mr Truss visited the…
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Be safe on the water
WITH the hot weather approaching, local rivers and inland water ways are expected to become hot spots for cooling down.Leisure activities including swimming, fishing and…
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Local students take art to world
STUDENTS from Sunrayisa TAFE have a piece of art work they created together on show at Melbourne’s Federation Square.Selected from more than 600 entries, their…
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Gallery exhibits rural life
SATURDAY evening saw the launch of works produced during rural residencies for Australia’s Rural Creative Economy (ACRE).The event took place outside at the Swan Hill…
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Beard today, gone tomorrow
ALL beards are off tonight, with Pioneer Settlement famous face Nev ‘Peg’ Graham and Manangatang motorcycle enthusiast Geoffrey ‘Chuck’ Berry set to lose their chin…
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Sheep racing returns
IT’S that time of year. The day we’ve all been looking forward to. The pinnacle of races season.That’s right, Wakool Sheep Races will be held…
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Trek to remember
A TRIP to one of the most well-known sites of World War II has left a lasting impression on two Kyalite farmers.John and Ryan Standen…










