Riverine Herald

Court hears Oberin deny shooting Cohuna man

DANIEL Oberin charged over the shooting murder of a man in Cohuna has distanced himself from his co-accused at a court hearing today. During the committal mention at Bendigo Magistrates Court, magistrate Patrick Southey questioned Oberin’s...

Ivy Jensen

8 hours ago

News

Court hears Oberin deny shooting Cohuna man

Ivy Jensen

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Sport

Lady Pirates book finals berth

ECHUCA’s Lady Pirates needed just one win on the weekend to claim a spot in the Country Basketball League’s North West finals. They only needed their first match to do it. The Lady Pirates locked in third place on the ladder after a 25-point win...

Andrew Johnston

15 hours ago

News

Echuca Material Recycling Facility temporarily shuts down

THE ECHUCA Material Recycling Facility has been temporarily shut down, adversely impacting Campaspe Shire’s recycling stream and those of some adjoining councils, due to the bushfires in Victoria and NSW.

Riverine Herald

12 hours ago

News

Echuca Material Recycling Facility temporarily shuts down

Riverine Herald

12 hours ago

News

Drive in movies for Echuca-Moama on Saturday

WHARPARILLA will be bringing the ’50s back to life on Saturday night – and it’s something you don’t want to miss.

Riverine Herald

15 hours ago

Sport

Pirates’ season ends at home

ECHUCA’S Country Basketball League premiership defence is officially over. But the followers of the Pirates were left with one final reminder of what could have been before the ship pulled into port. On the back of 34 points Liam Tenace, Echuc...

Andrew Johnston

15 hours ago

News

The spectre of child abuse: Bryan Pickthall’s story

THE eyes of our elderly hold a thousand stories. Stories of love and loss, of battles won and dreams never realised. For many, they also conceal secrets. Some buried so deep beneath decades of pain, shame and guilt they seem impossible to unearth.

Charmayne Allison

15 hours ago

Sport

Moama and Mathoura to relive the rivalry for charity

THEY haven’t faced off since the Echuca and District Football League ended in 1989. But they will meet again in 2020 for a brilliant cause - helping a football club devastated by bushfire.

Andrew Johnston

15 hours ago

News

Drive in movies for Echuca-Moama on Saturday

WHARPARILLA will be bringing the ’50s back to life on Saturday night – and it’s something you don’t want to miss.

Riverine Herald

15 hours ago

Sport

Pirates’ season ends at home

Andrew Johnston

15 hours ago

News

The spectre of child abuse: Bryan Pickthall’s story

Charmayne Allison

15 hours ago

Sport

Moama and Mathoura to relive the rivalry for charity

THEY haven’t faced off since the Echuca and District Football League ended in 1989. But they will meet again in 2020 for a brilliant cause - helping a football club devastated by bushfire.

Andrew Johnston

15 hours ago

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News

Shepparton man identified as victim of fatal crash

A 33-year-old Shepparton man has been identified as the victim of Monday’s fatal collision in Arcadia. The man, originally from NSW, was involved in the collision at the intersection of Euroa-Shepparton Rd and Karramomus Rd about 11 am...

Liz Mellino

21 Jan 2020

News

Fatal collision in Arcadia

A driver has died following a collision with a truck in Arcadia this morning.

Shepparton News

20 Jan 2020

News

Five people taken to hospital after Tooborac collision

FIVE people were taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash at Tooborac on Tuesday.

Ivy Jensen

21 Jan 2020

News

Hume Freeway closed, near Wangaratta

The Hume Freeway is closed towards Melbourne, just outside of Wangaratta, due to a truck rollover. Emergency services are on site. Motorists are advised to detour at the Great Alpine road exit to get back on to the Hume Freeway. Northbound lanes...

Simon Ruppert

17 Jan 2020

News

Pair to face court over Cohuna murder

TWO men charged over the shooting murder of a father of two in Cohuna last year will face court on Wednesday, January 22. Daniel Oberin, 28, and Kevin Johnson, 28, are expected to appear in person at Bendigo Magistrates Court for a committal...

Ivy Jensen

20 Jan 2020

Lifestyle

Marvel Universe Live! Tickets Competition Terms and Conditions

Marvel Universe Live! Tickets Competition Terms and Conditions 1. Instructions on how to enter and prize information forms part of these Terms and Conditions. Participation in any competition is deemed as acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. 2...

Shepparton News

13 Jan 2020

News

Echuca-Moama’s oldest resident, Jim Stapleton, honoured for 80 years of service to Freemasonry Victoria

OUR oldest local resident, Jim Stapleton, is being recognised for longstanding service to Freemasonry Victoria. It’s a momentous occasion for the 106-year-old, who will be presented with an 80-year jewel for his membership since 1939. In light...

Anna McGuinness

15 hours ago

News

Wednesday a Total Fire Ban Day in Northern Country

CAMPASPE Shire residents are being advised Wednesday has been declared a day of total fire ban across Northern Country. With temperatures of 34 degrees and high winds expected in Echuca-Moama, the fire danger rating has been listed as severe. No...

Ivy Jensen

21 Jan 2020

Entertainment

Merry Christmas from Murray River Council community services

MURRAY River Council community services staff, clients and volunteers celebrated their end of year Christmas party recently. The team of hard-working locals enjoyed an afternoon tea and were entertained by the talented Gwen Potter

Charmayne Allison

12 Dec 2019

Galleries

Gallery: Echuca-Moama multi-sport weekend

ECHUCA-MOAMA was a hive of sporting activity on the weekend with competitors battling it out across three different events. Saturday evening’s triathlon took centre stage which was won by Matt Sullivan (men) and Shari Livingston (women). While on...

Riverine Herald

21 Jan 2020

Education

Students go gaga over new hand-built pit

STUDENTS from Echuca College have had their taste of the hands-on way of learning as they recently completed their project thanks to the Hands on Learning program. With the help of artisan teacher Jamie Harding and staff at the school, the students...

Alex Gretgrix

12 Dec 2019

Real Estate

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91B Bett Street, Moama

For Sale | $648,000

704 Stratton Road, Echuca

For Sale | $675,000

67 Council Street, Moama

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Opinion

Police strike shames Victorian Government

TWO police, their first week on the job, were sent on a routine call in Kyabram and ended up cowering behind their car after a man armed with a rifle tried to shoot them. When four young men from Echuca died in a Pyalong car crash, the female...

Riverine Herald

16 Dec 2019

Opinion

An ode to a giant yellow bird and a giant of education

I AM obsessed with the creations of Jim Henson. From his original program Sam and Friends in the 1950s, the world has witnessed some incredible creativity through all his work. But it was – and is – the Muppets that took Henson, his art...

Andrew Johnston

12 Dec 2019

Opinion

Grey nomad blown away by ERH service

WE ARE ‘grey nomads’ living on the road and visiting the Campaspe Shire to attend the 2019 National Rally and AGM of the Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) at the Elmore Field Day site. It commenced on Sunday, October 20...

Riverine Herald

31 Oct 2019

Opinion

‘Little to be proud of’ - Letters to the editor

Stuart Hipwell, Wunghnu I SEE the NSW Nationals are looking for slogans to use on bumper stickers to boost their recognition. Might I suggest ‘Little to be Proud of’, which reflects what country people think of the Basin Plan the party which...

Riverine Herald

18 Oct 2019

Opinion

Police strike shames Victorian Government

Riverine Herald

16 Dec 2019

Opinion

An ode to a giant yellow bird and a giant of education

Andrew Johnston

12 Dec 2019

Opinion

Grey nomad blown away by ERH service

Riverine Herald

31 Oct 2019

Opinion

Police strike shames Victorian Government

Riverine Herald

16 Dec 2019

Opinion

An ode to a giant yellow bird and a giant of education

Andrew Johnston

12 Dec 2019

Opinion

Grey nomad blown away by ERH service

Riverine Herald

31 Oct 2019

Opinion

‘Little to be proud of’ - Letters to the editor

Riverine Herald

18 Oct 2019

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Galleries

Galleries

Gallery: Echuca-Moama multi-sport weekend

Riverine Herald

21 Jan 2020

Galleries

Moama Bowling Club Summer Pairs

MOAMA Bowling Club hosted its annual Summer Pairs event last month with bowlers from across the region participating. There was a high level of competition throughout the day as all bowlers looked to start off the Christmas period with a strong...

Riverine Herald

15 Jan 2020

Galleries

Tuesday art exhibited at The Foundry

STUDENTS from Take Art On Tuesday art classes, along with artist and teacher Bronwyn Beer officially unveiled their new works of art for The Foundry Arts Space’s exhibition on Tuesday, November 26.

Riverine Herald

29 Nov 2019

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EVENTS

Events

Mixed Games

What: Join Active @ School instructors for a session filled with a mixture of fun and physical activities designed for primary school aged children. When: 10 am to 10.45 am. Where: Frank Howley Oval, Albert St, Tatura. Cost: Free More information...

Michael von Güttner

22 Jan

Events

Bling Bling

What: Learn how to make your own big jewellery necklace in a fun messy workshop. When: 10.30 am to 11.15 am or 1.30 pm to 2.15 pm. Where: Shepparton Art Museum, 70 Welsford Street. Cost: Gold coin donation. More information: Phone 5832 9861 or visit...

Michael von Güttner

22 Jan

Events

Spotlight Walk

What: See fascinating nocturnal native animals that that call local bushland home. When: 8.45 pm to 10.15 pm. Where: Location available upon registration, Shepparton. Cost: Free. More information: Phone 5832 9700 or email...

Michael von Güttner

22 Jan

Events

Be Art

What: Sensory play activities for children to explore the sensations of touching, smelling and seeing through playing with household products and other items. Bookings essential. When: 10.30 am to 11.30 am and 11.30 am to 12.30 am. Where: Aquamoves...

Michael von Güttner

23 Jan

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Regional

News

Four people arrested following $40,000 SAM construction site theft

Four people were arrested on Tuesday following an alleged burglary at the Shepparton Art Museum construction site which saw between $40 000 and $50 000 worth of tools stolen. Shepparton Police executed three search warrants on Tuesday...

Liz Mellino

7 hours ago

News

What can Kyabram do to help bushfire victims?

The Kyabram Free Press has covered a number of stories about locals and their selfless efforts during the past few months, such as Dylan Cartwright’s supply runs to southern NSW as well as Strike Team 2096’s trip to the blaze at Mt...

Jared Prestwidge

9 hours ago

News

Royal Freemasons housing evacuees

Royal Freemasons Benalla has been hosting 20 evacuees from recent bushfires near Bright and Corryong. Facilities manager David Gullick said the aged-care facility was approached by homes in areas being evacuated requesting help. “We had...

Simon Ruppert

7 hours ago

News

Wakeboarding record

Deniliquin is known for breaking records at the Deni Ute Muster, but it was on the Edward River that a new record was made at the weekend. A new record of 75 wakeboarders were in action at the three day Deni Wake Muster event which ended Sunday...

Jamie Lowe

21 Jan 2020

News

Sunny Tocumwal for Australia Day

The Tocumwal foreshore is the place to be on Sunday, with everyone invited to come along and celebrate Australia Day.

Southern Riverina News

21 Jan 2020

News

Scottish play comes to Moira

It can be tough to find something different to do when everybody is in holiday mode. But Moira Arts & Culture Inc. has a solution.

Cobram Courier

15 hours ago

News

Local health service honoured

Community Interlink has been named the winner of the 2019 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards’ Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers Award for excellence in public sector aged care. The award celebrates Victoria’s aged care sector...

David Rak

9 hours ago

News

Lockington pool raises nearly $700 for bushfire appeal

LOCKINGTON pool’s successful fundraiser on Friday raised $697.50 for the Victorian Bushfire Appeal. Local resident Kylie Floyd said more than 80 people enjoyed the evening, with 100 per cent of proceeds from sales of Ciurleo’s ice creams...

Campaspe News

21 Jan 2020

News

Help those who need it this Australia Day

THIS Australia Day, Victorians are being asked to consider donating to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal to help struggling bushfire-affected communities across our state. Many around the state will enjoy Australia Day with friends and family, but for...

McIvor Times

9 hours ago

News

Delays and diversions around Service St works

Tatura commuters can expect some delays and traffic diversions around asphalt surfacing works on Service St next week, from Monday to Friday. Greater Shepparton City Council would like to advise the community that road servicing will occur from...

Spencer Fowler Steen

16 Jan 2020

News

Locals assist bushfire fight

A group of three volunteer firefighters from Yarrawonga made up part of a strike team sent to the staging area in Tallangatta on Sunday, January 12 to assist in the firefighting efforts for the Upper Murray fires. The crews were tasked to go to...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

8 hours ago

News

Andrew Heslop ambassador

Entrepreneur, commentator and community advocate Andrew Heslop will be Federation Council’s 2020 Australia Day Ambassador this Sunday. Andrew is an award winning keynote speaker and community leader with a global reputation as a social...

Corowa Free Press

11 hours ago

Sport

Lia heads west to fourth A-League club of career

Following his recent departure from A-League franchise Adelaide United, Tatura footballing icon Vince Lia has found a new home at Perth Glory. Lia, 34, moves west after plying his trade for the Reds across the past three seasons where he scored...

Liam Nash

22 Jan 2020

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Rural

News

Never a dull moment for a rural vet

The Numurkah Veterinary Clinic comprises three vet nurses, six vets, two receptionists and resident cat Mr Tinks, however, a lot of the work is performed outside of the clinic. Co-owners Peter Grant from St Germains and Frank Worsfold from Numurkah...

Jamieson Salter

5 hours ago

Water

Irrigated farming faces more threats

Victoria’s irrigation industries and related communities seem to be ending 2019 with a potential threat of even more water leaving our agriculture. I sense Canberra and city-centric sympathy to adjusting water sharing in the Murray-Darling...

Country News

17 Dec 2019

Animal Health

Look out for cancer eye

The most common type of tumour or “cancer eye” in cattle is squamous cell carcinoma. Cancer eye is an invasive and rapidly spreading tumour and is economically important, representing 58 per cent of all cancers that result in condemnation of...

Dairy News

29 Dec 2019

Dairy

New year marks a new era for dairy industry

2020 will deliver a fairer go for the more than 5000 Australian dairy farmers who now have more sway with processors under the dairy industry’s Mandatory Code of Conduct.

Rodney Woods

01 Jan 2020

Livestock

Red meat industry set to benefit from new pasture grass research

Australia’s red meat industry is set to benefit from new pasture grass research focused on increasing its production and profitability and helping to safeguard it in a changing climate. Agriculture Victoria research scientists have generated...

Rodney Woods

10 Dec 2019

Markets

Australian consumers and the value of premium products

With temperatures heating up, all eyes are on southern Australia’s harvest prospects. As northern parts of the country experience yet another failed harvest, the southern crop will be paramount for any potential impact on current feed costs. While...

Dairy News

20 Dec 2019

News

Mixed response to bushfire inquiries

The Victorian Government will provide $2.55 million for an independent investigation into the 2019-20 fire season. Inspector-General for Emergency Management Tony Pearce will lead the inquiry into Victoria’s preparedness and response to...

Jamieson Salter

17 hours ago

Horticulture

New podcast for horticultural growers

A new resource designed to arm horticultural growers with everything they need to grow their business has been released by Hort Innovation. The podcast series, titled Growing Matters, is now freely available to download or stream through Apple...

Rodney Woods

04 Dec 2019

Dairy

Kyabram the home of new milk processing factory

A new milk processing factory is coming to Kyabram, with the Kyabram Jam Company set to invest $40 million to $50 million to diversify the former SPC-owned IXL site.

Rodney Woods

17 Dec 2019

News

Dairy Connect commends bushfire response

Dedicated volunteer firefighters, backed by government agencies, saved numerous lives and community assets during a summer of unprecedented bushfires across Australia. Dairy Connect Farmers Group president Graham Forbes paid tribute to the work of...

Country News

17 hours ago

Machinery & Products

Quadtrac journeys full circle

After more than two decades plying its trade in Australian paddocks, a very special Case IH Steiger Quadtrac has returned to where it all began. The Quadtrac 9370 has gone on display at the iconic Case IH factory in North Dakota, United States...

Dairy News

10 Jan 2020

Management

‘Hillbillies moment’ hits jackpot at Gunbower

Uncertainty surrounding the future of irrigation was the catalyst for Gunbower dairy farmers Harry and Jodie Rowlands to look outside the square and do something no-one in the area had done before — install a bore. It was October 2018 when Harry...

Sophie Baldwin

30 Dec 2019

Water

Trading rules and constraints measures top of agenda at MinCo

Basin states have acknowledged concerns around foreign ownership and monopoly behaviour in the water markets and agreed to ask the ACCC to look at whether changes to trading rules are required and consider registration of brokers across state...

Rodney Woods

17 Dec 2019

Cropping

SunRice slashes jobs

The Federal Government must develop a “bail-out package” for SunRice. That’s the message from NSW Member for Murray Helen Dalton, following the announcement last week another 100 jobs would be lost from the Deniliquin and Leeton rice mills...

Zoe McMaugh

09 Dec 2019

From the Experts

ABV release prompts sire review

The August release of Australian Breeding Values (ABVs) and the upcoming joining season will have dairy farmers around the country thinking about the next best sires to use over their herds. While breeding enthusiasts will delve into great detail...

Dairy News

13 Sep 2019

Water

Riparian weed control workshop

Landholders with waterway frontage will gain the skills to improve weed management at a free workshop organised by North Central Catchment Management Authority. Areas between land and rivers called riparian areas are prone to weed invasion for...

Jamieson Salter

17 hours ago

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National & world

National

Aussies waiting longer for aged care spots

Older Australians are waiting longer for residential aged care facilities, with new data released on Wednesday showing most waiting about five months.

AAP Newswire

1 hour ago