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Monday, December 23, 2024

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Prizes for reading over summer

SAM JAMESCHILDREN and young adults can win prizes for reading and listening to audiobooks during the summer holidays thanks to the BIG Summer Read, with entries closing Friday, January 31, 2025. Open to people aged five to 18-years-old, everyone who...

11 hours ago
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Art works imprinted with women’s life journey

JOELLE Whiting’s I’MPRINTED artwork is a culmination of five years of pomegranate prints that express her body’s journey through life. The Swan Hill artist submitted the artwork to Witch, Please!, an art exhibition by professional...

19 hours ago
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Quinlivan new chair of Murray-Darling Basin Authority

THE Federal Government has appointed Daryl Quinlivan as chair of the Murray-Darling Basin Authority. This follows the retirement of Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston last week. Mr Quinlivan has extensive experience in public service governance and...

19 hours ago
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Harmful content for kids can be just a click away

AS the school holidays begin, kids are likely to spend more time online, whether it’s gaming, chatting with friends or exploring social media. While the Internet can be an excellent source of education and entertainment for kids, it also comes with...

19 hours ago
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If the boot doesn’t fit

THOUSANDS of firefighters will soon be sporting new boots with the CFA going to market to find the perfect fit for females. In an Australian fire service first, the CFA is sourcing a new supplier to make fire rated safety boots designed specifically...

19 hours ago
Education

Fun activities for children over school holidays

THE Swan Hill Regional Library and the Regional Gallery are teaming up to provide fun and engaging activities for children throughout the school holidays. Making the most of their temporary residency in the library, the gallery has $5 art and craft...

21 Dec 2024
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Smoking ceremony cleanses build sites

A TRADITIONAL smoking ceremony has been held at the sites of the new Swan Hill Tourism and Cultural Hub and Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery. Members of the First Nations community, councillors and stakeholders of the new builds gathered to participate...

21 Dec 2024
Community

Groups fund raise for community

A GROUP of local organisations have come together this holiday season to provide support for the community. Swan Hill Rotary Club, Sunrise Rotary Club, Business and Professional Women’s association, Country Women’s Association and Inner Wheel have...

21 Dec 2024
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Ease up on construction projects

SWAN Hill Rural City Council’s engineering department is encouraging residents to reach out for support before starting construction projects near or over an easement. By working with the Council early, residents can ensure their projects proceed...

21 Dec 2024
Education

Hard work pays off for students

TOOLEYBUC Central School senior students have finished the year with strong HSC results, which principal Melanie Wait attributes to small classes and supportive teachers. The sole Year 12 HSC student Keisha Andrews achieved one of the school’s four...

21 Dec 2024
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Concern over Loddon Mallee Network

MEMBER for Mildura Jade Benham is concerned about the looming move of a Loddon Mallee Network to oversee healthcare services in the region. Ms Benham requested an update from Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas on the expected announcement, and was told...

21 Dec 2024
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Hot cars a threat to children, pets

IN just minutes, a car left in the summer sun can turn into a deadly oven. Every year, children and pets suffer after being left in hot vehicles - often unintentionally. Recently a 10-year-old boy died after accidentally locking himself in the boot of...

21 Dec 2024
Health

How to beat the heat and what to do if you can’t

HEAT kills more Australians than any other natural disaster, and extreme heat can affect anybody. Those more at-risk include people over the age of 65, babies and young children, pregnant women, people with acute or chronic health problems and people...

21 Dec 2024
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Funding boost for Basin

MILLIONS of dollars will flow to NSW communities in the Murray-Darling Basin to create jobs and boost local economies, according to the Federal Government. NSW is the first state to access the Federal Government’s $300 million...

20 Dec 2024
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Truck and ute collide at Reedy Lake

SWAN Hill highway patrol are appealing for witnesses to a collision between a truck and utility that left a man with life-threatening injuries in Reedy Lake on Friday morning. It is believed a utility driver was travelling along the...

20 Dec 2024
Community

Life memberships to recognise contributions

THE Swan Hill and District Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc has paid tribute to two of its members for their ongoing support and dedication. A Life Membership citation was awarded to both Christine Bryan and Laurel Parsons. Ms...

20 Dec 2024
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Drag strip shifts into gear

THE Swan Hill Drag Strip has taken another leap forward with the signing of a three-year lease with Swan Hill Rural City Council on Tuesday. Previously known as Skid City Consortium, the group, which plans to develop drag racing in...

20 Dec 2024