News
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Collection under the hammer
AN eclectic curation of vintage and antique Australian pastoral machinery and memorabilia will go to auction on 1 February. Yvon Smythe and her late partner,…
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Calls flow for royal commission
AUSTRALIA needs a royal commission into water management in 2026, according to Murray MP Helen Dalton, who says politicians are “destroying” the nation’s waterways and…
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Tractor tragedy sparks concern
A FARMER has become the first workplace fatality for 2026 after being entangled in a tractor wheel, prompting renewed calls for farmers to stay vigilant…
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China driving Aussie almond demand
DEMAND for Australian almonds remains strong despite easing from last season’s record highs, according to the Almond Board of Australia. The industry’s October sales position…
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Crisis under the microscope
A MAJOR new research push has been launched to investigate labour and skills shortages gripping key farming regions, with the Murray–Darling and Swan Hill firmly…
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Mallee groundcover levels hit new low
GROWERS in the Northern Mallee are facing some of the worst seasonal conditions on record, experts have warned, with many paddocks left “bare and vulnerable”…
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Old iron, new spark to fire up
HISTORY will be rolling, rattling and roaring into action on the Australia Day long weekend when Quambatook’s paddocks turn back the clock and put vintage…
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VFF responds to help bushfire impacted farmers
THE Victorian Farmers Federation is coordinating fodder relief for farmers affected by the devastating Victorian bushfires. As part of our agreement with the Victorian Government,…
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New support announced for Victorians hit by bushfires
THE Allan and Albanese governments have announced a new package of financial and mental health support for Victorians affected by the state’s devastating bushfires, as…
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Sport
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Martial arts milestone at grading
MID Murray Martial Arts’ Onore Dojo wrapped up its end-of-year grading with an impressive display of dedication, discipline and spirit from students of all ages.…
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Daniels’ century gives Bulldogs the win
COREY Daniels produced his best knock this season by hitting a not-out, 101-run innings against Nyah District on Saturday. That performance was the pivotal moment…
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Netball star runs Woorinen clinic
THE next generation of Woorinen Tigers netballers were treated to a clinic with former Vixens and current London Mavericks player Emily Andrew. About 30 NetSetGO…
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RACECOURSE AIMS FOR VICTORY
RACECOURSE will hit the road for the final time in 2025, as they suit up to face Kerang before the Christmas break. The Green and…
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Exciting cricket lineup
ST MARYS TYNTYNDER V NYAH DISTRICT ST MARYS Tyntynder were too strong when they last faced Nyah District back in the first round, winning with…
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SEVEN HEAVEN OPPORTUNITY FOR BLUES
SWAN Hill RSL has the chance of making it seven straight wins in the competition this weekend. However, they will have to face the team…
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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VFF responds to help bushfire impacted farmers
THE Victorian Farmers Federation is coordinating fodder relief for farmers affected by the devastating Victorian bushfires. There had been a huge response earlier this week,…
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Bogged and nowhere to go
A STOLEN truck, a bogged paddock escape and a firearm find sparked a dramatic early morning police incident in Swan Hill. Police were alerted around…
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Time to explore some Mekong magic
If it is time for that holiday of a lifetime, a retirement trip with a chance to see and visit exotic countries and cultures then…
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Colignan fire contained
A FOREST fire near Colignan, west of Robinvale, was declared contained on Monday morning after it burned just more than 1000ha of land since it…
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Buses replace trains due to fire damage
TRAIN services continue to be suspended on the Swan Hill and Bendigo lines due to fire damage between Bendigo and Castlemaine. “Our crews are working…
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Goodnight committee honoured
THE small team of dedicated volunteers who make up the Goodnight Recreation Reserve and Hall Committee will be recognised for their “outstanding contribution” to the…
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Raiders assert dominance
Nyah District v Barham-Koondrook WITH only one loss for the season so far, Barham-Koondrook travelled to Nyah on Saturday with the express intent of stamping…
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Push for pay system overhaul
BALRANALD Shire Council has called for sweeping reform to the way councillors and mayors are paid in New South Wales, arguing the current system no…
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Fire permit suspension lifted
THE NSW Rural Fire Service yesterday lifted its fire permit suspensions in Balranald Shire. The restrictions were put in place to help keep the community…
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Webster vows to ‘battle’
MALLEE MP Anne Webster says 2025 proved how hard regional Australians have to fight to be seen, as she vows to keep battling for connectivity,…