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THE hardest thing for all of us to deal with today is not really knowing what is going to happen tomorrow. This pandemic has become the crisis, not just of this century, but of generations. It is not war, it is nowhere near as bloody, but COVID-19...

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Victorian Government announces more access to vaccinations

WHILE the state fights to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Victorians need to protect themselves against other preventable illnesses that can place a burden on the health system heading into the winter months.

Alex Gretgrix

Victorian Government announces more access to vaccinations

WHILE the state fights to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Victorians need to protect themselves against other preventable illnesses that can place a burden on the health system heading into the winter months.

Alex Gretgrix

Good news for Nestle and SPC

THE besieged dairy section of Nestlé’s Tongala factory – which was slated for closure later this year – has been given a stay of execution. The company announced in 2019 it would be gone this year but facing unprecedented...

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GV Health COVID-19 patient dies

GV Health have confirmed that a person being treated for COVID-19 at the hospital has died.

Shepparton News

Second COVID-19 case for Campaspe tally

This takes the total number of cases in Victoria to 1085 – an increase of 49 from yesterday.

Lachlan Durling

Big changes to the Good Friday Appeal in wake of coronavirus

THE Good Friday Appeal is going to look very different this year. For a start, you won’t be seeing door-to-door collections or tin rattlers at traffic lights – all coronavirus collateral damage. But even though the tins won’t be...

Brayden May

MP urges Echuca residents to look after mental health

MEMBER for Murray Plains Peter Walsh is encouraging community members to look after their mental health and check in with loved ones and neighbours as work continues to combat the spread of COVID-19. “If you are worried about coronavirus and...

Ivy Jensen

Man arrested in Lockington over Cohuna burglary

The Barham man was taken to Echuca police station where he was charged.

Ivy Jensen

Echuca brothers celebrate birthdays with virtual party

ARCHIE and Charlie Flanigan have a tradition for their birthdays. They always have a party with their extended family. Sadly, isolation restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic has meant the young brothers are stuck at home with no visitors...

Ivy Jensen

Cycling the safe option during coronavirus, Echuca group says

WITH the outbreak of coronavirus restricting people’s activities, cycling could be the safe exercise solution during this global pandemic.

Ivy Jensen

On the spot fines for breaching coronavirus restrictions

VICTORIANS will face on the spot fines of more than $1600 if they take part in gatherings of more than two people. It comes after the Victorian government accepted changes to gatherings introduced at Sunday night’s national cabinet meeting. Prime...

Andrew Johnston

Give a dog a home: Mac

Old MacDonald had a farm — and on that farm he had a pup that will steal your heart.

Alex Gretgrix

Ladies lunch team looks at later date

THIS year’s Autumn Ladies Luncheon may not be happening when originally planned, but it will hopefully be held later in the year. The older and new members of the committee wanted the lunch, which was planned to be held at the Echuca Hotel in May...

Alex Gretgrix

Change clocks, check smoke alarms, CFA urges

ECHUCA and district residents are being urged to check their smoke alarms are working when daylight saving ends at 2am on Sunday. CFA is concerned some households may not know if their smoke alarm would alert them in the event of a fire. The end of...

Ivy Jensen

Locals continuing to pay more for fuel in Echuca-Moama

ECHUCA-MOAMA’S drivers are being taken for another ride. With global oil prices down and petrol selling for less than a dollar at some metropolitan outlets, locals are paying an average $1.37 per litre (at the time of writing) according to...

Brayden May

The results are in and schools are staying positive about NAPLAN

ECHUCA-MOAMA schools produced a mixed bag of results from last year’s NAPLAN testing, but this hasn’t stopped them from keeping their heads up. Following from the public release of the numbers, schools around the district are focusing on...

Alex Gretgrix

Intersport Bennetts has everything to keep fit during isolation

IF YOU’RE looking for a way to get your sporting fix, Intersport Bennetts may have the answer for you. From apparel and equipment, Bennetts three stores across Echuca, Deniliquin and Kyabram has plenty to offer locals right across the region...

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