News
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JE detected in mozzie trap
HEALTH officials have confirmed the first detection of Japanese encephalitis in Australia for the 2025–26 season, after the virus was identified in a mosquito surveillance…
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Taking action as UV levels rise
ALTHOUGH last month highlighted Skin Cancer Awareness Week across Australia, the message shouldn’t stop there. Skin cancer remains one of Australia’s most preventable health challenges,…
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Air tanker crash at Linga airbase
Authorities have launched an investigation after a single engine air tanker crashed at the Linga airbase yesterday, while supporting firefighting operations near Patchewollock. Emergency services…
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Boat ramp opens
A NEW boat ramp has officially opened at Murray Downs, delivering safer and more reliable river access for the local community and visitors. Transport for…
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Celebrating the new year
FOLLOWING a long break from official New Year’s Eve festivities, Swan Hill is set to ring in 2026 with a spectacular community celebration. The Swan…
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Preserving the region’s rich history
IN the quiet rooms of small town museums, where sunlight falls across timber worn by generations of hands, the Murray River Council has unveiled a…
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Custom homes for NDIS
SPECIALIST disability accommodation in Swan Hill has received a rare upgrade with three new custom modular builds ready for NDIS participants to move in this…
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Carnival lights up town
THE Nyah District Christmas Carnival returns tonight with a full program of live music, rides and festive attractions. For many performers, the event feels less…
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Transition turmoil
VICTORIA risks overnight blackouts and energy shortages due to the delay of key projects, including the VNI West transmission line, according to a scathing report…
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Sport
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Bulldogs and Tigers in finals battle
St Mary’s-Tyntynder v Woorinen St Mary’s-Tyntynder and Woorinen will both be looking for back-to-back wins when the two rivals clash at the Ken Harrison Reserve…
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Pioneers begin football journey
THE Bendigo Pioneers have hit the ground running ahead of their 2026 Coates Talent League campaign, with the club descending on Swan Hill for their…
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Two shot victory
RACECOURSE was able to scrape past Barham last Saturday, in a difficult win where only two shots separated the sides. The green and gold outfit…
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Tigers return to winner’s list
Woorinen v Murrabit WOORINEN kept their finals hopes alive with a hard-fought four-wicket win over Murrabit on the weekend. Batting second, the Tigers chased down…
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Blues climb to top spot
RSL have climbed to the top of the SHDCA A grade ladder after defeating the previously unbeaten Barham-Koondrook by 39 runs on the weekend. The…
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Blue ribbon for Little Athletics
RECORDS fell thick and fast at the Swan Hill Little Athletics Centre’s annual Battle of the Borders on Sunday, with young athletes from across the…
Entertainment
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Fun-filled activities for the whole family
TODAY 6pm: Hunter & Hawk original production by MARRUK. A raw, unflicting and deeply human story about a young Wadi Wadi/Wamba Wamba teen. For tickets…
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Author drops-in to Robinvale
THE Robinvale Library is gearing up for a feel-good, laugh-out-loud literary afternoon with the launch of What Did I Miss?, the debut romantic comedy from…
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Gallery to celebrate creativity
SWAN Hill Regional Art Gallery is set to put the “art” in party when it hosts its gala dinner and art auction in October. The…
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Grease lightning strikes twice
GREASE takes to the stage this Friday night at St Mary MacKillop College after nearly eight months in the making. School production co-ordinator, Talia Henderson,…
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New horror flick a skin-crawling slow burn
Annabelle Fleming IF you enjoy slow paced movies with dark humour and a side of gore, then you will love Zach Creager’s mystery horror film…
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Lifting lid on locker-room
ENCOURAGING young people, and especially young men, to read can be troubled affair. However, a recent survey reveals that when young males do read, they…
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Moulamein dusts off its racing attire
MOULAMEIN will dust off its picnic rugs and fascinators, with the 144th running of the Moulamein Cup set to bring a festive buzz to the…
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Deputy role crucial
FILLING the position of deputy mayor is essential for effective leadership, particularly as the council enters a crucial year in its political cycle, according to…
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Nyah West farewells devoted son
NYAH West will pause on Friday to farewell one of its most devoted sons, Frank “Norm” Bodinnar OAM. Norm died on 25 November, aged 89.…
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VIVID participants shine in first concert
VIVID participants took centre stage on Tuesday morning for their inaugural end of year concert. The high-energy showcase featured singing, dancing and a mix of…
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Magical display
ELF Village, Candy Lane, Gingerbread City and a playful Toyland have transformed the Swan Hill Town Hall into a Christmas Wonderland. Now in its fourth…
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Harvesters urged to monitor conditions
THE Rural Fire Service is urging Mid Murray Zone farmers to closely monitor weather conditions to help prevent the ignition of crop fires during harvest…