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William Reid

Sequel fails to float boat

MOANA 2 landed in cinemas last week, eight years after the release of the original. Right off the bat this movie had high expectations to live up to. With the success of the original 2016 movie, audiences had high hopes for Moana 2. On its...

22 Dec 2024

News

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...

22 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

News

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

News

Look forward to great weather this Christmas

A BRIGHT and sunny Christmas is on the cards this year with warm weather forecast for the nation. Across the Mallee, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day are shaping up to be perfect for outdoor celebrations, backyard cricket, and of course...

20 Dec 2024

News

How to stay water safe this summer

WITH a warmer than average summer forecast across much of the state, officials are urging people to take extra care when enjoying the water. “With a hot summer expected across Victoria and around the country it is important residents take...

20 Dec 2024

News

Heat gives ‘paws’ for thought

WITH summer well and truly here it is important to keep our fury friends in mind when out and about. Whether you are taking them for a walk down the street or having them sit in the back of a ute it is important to remember that these surfaces are...

20 Dec 2024

News

Small quake rattles region

A small earthquake has rattled the region this morning. Recorded at 11:34am local time the earthquake shook parts of the Mallee with Geoscience Australia recording it as a 2.9 magnitude quake. Victoria State Emergency Service (SES) reported the...

18 Dec 2024

News

Carols, Santa and fireworks celebrate Christmas season

THE Christmas season was celebrated with Carols by Candelight over the weekend. The scorching heat didn’t deter anyone as hundreds of people packed into Riverside Park on Sunday evening for a night full of carols, food and fireworks. Despite some...

17 Dec 2024

News

Heatwave bakes Mallee, fire warnings issued

SCORCHING temperatures have taken hold of the Mallee. Unseasonal heat has moved across Victoria from the Northern Territory forcing heatwave warnings and fire bans to be issued. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued heatwave warnings across Victori...

16 Dec 2024

News

Get set for heatwave

SUMMER has arrived and it’s already packing a punch. From this weekend, temperatures are going to skyrocket with hot and muggy conditions moving southeast from central Australia. The high temperatures, originating from the Northern...

14 Dec 2024

Community

Carols to be night of joy

RIVERSIDE Park will come to life this Sunday with the annual Carols by Candlelight extravaganza, kicking off at 6.30pm. This family friendly celebration is set to bring the community together for a night of festive fun, with an appearance from the...

13 Dec 2024