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Meagan McGregor

Meagan McGregor is the Editor of The Guardian and The Gannawarra Times. You can reach her at [email protected]

February market ‘on paws’

THE Swan Hill Market was a hit last weekend, with regular stallholders joining a mix of entertainment options and specialty stall holders. Market organiser Karen Mott said hot weather and the holidays made for a smaller market, but didn’t dampen...

10 Jan 2025

Community

Town out for golden ducks

THE Murray River at Swan Hill was a sea of yellow on New Year’s Day as SES Swan Hill Unit’s popular annual duck race was run and won. Swan Hill SES deputy controller Julie Jochs said ticket sales had exceeded expectations with all 2000...

10 Jan 2025

News

Lake Boga lights up new year

NEW Year’s Eve celebrations were set against an amazing sunset backdrop and 9.15pm fireworks over Lake Boga on December 31. The day lived up to its 36-degree weather prediction and drew both locals and visitors to the popular lake. More than 1500...

10 Jan 2025

Bowls

Murray Valley Champion of Champions

THE Murray Valley Champion of Champions was played on January 4 and 5 at Murray Downs. Round 1 of the Ladies section: Kerryn Evans (Moulamein) 25 d Lee Tompsett (Swan Hill) 12. Trish Armstrong (Tooleybuc) 25 d Lisa Walters (Manangatang) 17. Alannah...

10 Jan 2025

News

Road upgrades for Woorinen

ROAD Reconstruction works to begin on Station Street, WoorinenSwan Hill Rural City Council has announced work will begin on the reconstruction of a 644-metre section of Station Street, Woorinen, from Woorinen Vinifera Road to Palmer Street. Works...

26 Dec 2024

News

Lake Boga set to light up

LAKE Boga will take centre stage again this New Year’s Eve when it hosts its third year of firework celebrations. Lake Boga Inc, in partnership with Swan Hill Rural City Council and Swan Hill Inc, have funded and organised the event...

24 Dec 2024

The Guardian

Season’s greetings from the team

IF YOU’RE like me, Christmas shopping has been on your mind for quite a while now. But if you’re also like me, you have either made a half-hearted attempt to start or have dropped it into the too hard basket. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a big fan...

24 Dec 2024

cricket

Country Week showdown spectacular

SWAN Hill’s best junior cricketers will battle against Mildura-based Sunraysia in this year’s Country Week competition. Set to take place across three days, matches will be played across the Swan Hill and Kerang regions with a variety of different...

24 Dec 2024

Horse Racing

Swan Hill gallops into Horsham

HORSHAM proved to be a Christmas surprise come early for Swan Hill trainers and jockeys on Sunday. Helen Burns also took that old adage it takes a village to raise a child and turned it into it sometimes takes a committee to win a horse race. Because...

24 Dec 2024

Health

Safety tips for Christmas leftovers

DINNER is often the highlight of Christmas Day with an abundance of leftovers. First aid training course provider CPR First Aid has issued advice on how to safely use, store and consume leftovers. Put leftovers away within two hoursIT might be a case...

24 Dec 2024

News

Survey provides voice to Council

A COMMUNITY Satisfaction Survey will commence for residents of Swan Hill Rural City Council in late January 2025. This is a chance for residents to help shape the future of the community and ensure their voices are heard!Director of Corporate...

23 Dec 2024

Health

Your guide to a healthier Christmas

YOU are probably like us and wondering how the past year has gone so quick but alas here we are - well and truly into the festive season! If you are anything like the rest of us then we know you can’t wait to spend time catching up with friends...

22 Dec 2024