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Shepparton

Council agrees on limited free parking

Greater Shepparton City Council will allow “limited free parking” in the Shepparton CBD between December and January. Shoppers will be able to park for free in any council-owned off-street and on-street parking for a time period to be decided...

James Bennett

Goulburn Murray Cricket | Round two results

An emphatic eight-wicket win against Echuca kept Cooma in top spot of the Goulburn Murray Cricket ladder after two rounds. The Two Blues made light work of the one-day match at Cooma Recreation Reserve, chasing down Echuca’s total of 153 just two...

Aydin Payne

Fab time guaranteed for all at Lady Beatle show

Amid the hullabaloo surrounding the 50th anniversary of the release of The Beatles’ Abbey Road comes a different slant on the ageless songs of the Fab Four

John Lewis

Shepparton’s off-leash dog park deemed safe

The Shepparton off-leash dog park has been declared safe after being damaged late last month. The committee was left devastated when shade sails were used as a trampoline during recent school holidays. A Greater Shepparton City Council spokesperson...

Madeleine Caccianiga

Cheers to summer

Thirst quenchers are essential for keeping guests content. Nothing pairs better with great food and lots of laughter than a refreshing brew to sip on among good company. Ingrid Thomas from The Food Store in Shepparton gave her thoughts on what...

Liam Nash

Deniliquin

‘Girls’ surprise Muster crowd

You could see the confusion register on the Deni Ute Muster crowd’s faces when Round Mountain Girls took to the main stage on Saturday.

Daniel Hughes

One week until race day

Local racegoers are preparing for the Deniliquin Cup meeting on Caulfield Cup day.

Jamie Lowe

Whistle Dixie Band’s local roots

Before heading the the Deni Ute Muster, Newcastle based Whistle Dixie Band took the opportunity to catch up with family in the area.

Olivia Duffey

Are you on team Jesus?

I went to watch two local teams play netball a couple of weeks ago, to support a specific player.

Deniliquin Pastoral Times

Amber’s inspiring Deni tour

Country music star Amber Lawrence is hopeful her visit to Deniliquin on the weekend has inspired young people to chase their dreams.

Deniliquin Pastoral Times

Finley

Restorations open to public

A rare glimpse of one of the region’s oldest properties will be offered to the general public next week. The Yanko Store is among the oldest in the region, dating back to the 1870s, and has recently been restored. An open day to celebrate the...

Daniel Hughes

A decade of Red Hats

A community run ladies social group has reached a giant milestone.

Daniel Hughes

Cats aim to go back-to-back

Finley Cricket Club will start their Murray Valley Cricket Association Division One title defence this weekend.

Daniel Hughes

Kyabram

Warramunda grants dying wish

THE wish of an elderly farmer was granted just hours before he passed away thanks to the Royal Flying Doctors Service and Warramunda Aged Care. John Hall, 84, visited his beloved farm and horses in Echuca earlier this month and enjoyed a beer with...

Holly Tregenza

Ky Show this Saturday

KYABRAM Show secretary Janelle McDonald and her husband Neville know a thing or two about hard work. They’ve been part of the tireless Kyabram show committee that have practically lived at the showgrounds as preparations for the annual Kyabram Show...

Holly Tregenza

Norman claims coaching honour

KYABRAM’s Jason Norman has been honoured by the Goulburn Murray Coaches Association as the 2019 junior football coach of the year.

Andrew Johnston

Benalla

Benalla P-12 partnership benefits local students

Two lucky Benalla P-12 College students have recently returned from a 10-day trip to Papua New Guine

Simon Ruppert

Webster adds another accolade to the trophy cabinet

Benalla football product Becky Webster continues to rake in the accolades this winter season, taking out the title of best and fairest at Geelong’s VFLW awards late last month.

Meg Saultry

Equestrian centre roof raising time-lapse

The Raise the Roof committee were up early this morning to see their years of hard work come to fruition. This time-lapse video of the roof going up was created by Karl Phillipson of Optikal Photography. Pick up a copy of Wednesday’s Ensign for more

Simon Ruppert

Noted historian Rod Wilson visits Costume and Kelly Museum WW1 exhibition

Benalla’s Costume and Kelly Museum welcomed Melbourne military historian Rod Wilson as a special guest last week.

Simon Ruppert

Cobram

IGA family fun day returns

The Ritchies IGA Family Fun Day returns on Saturday for its eighth year, with the supermarket car park set to come alive from 9.30 am to 1 pm. Held in support of the Cobram Fire Brigade and State Emergency Services, a myriad of attractions are sure...

Liam Nash

Strathmerton junior presentation night

Strathmerton Football Netball Club recently held its junior night of nights, recognising the highest achieving players across the youth divisions.

Liam Nash

Oh, McHappy days

Its high time to start rummaging for change under the seat cushions and in jacket pockets, with the Ronald McDonald House Charities McHappy Day on at Cobram McDonald’s next month.

Liam Nash

The sound of the times

Guests are treated to a real slice of history when visiting one Cobram resident’s home.

Liam Nash

Seymour

Cash tipped into the Cup

The Victorian Government will contribute $25,000 for Sunday’s massive Seymour Cup. This year, race-goers can look forward to cheering on a quality cup field, while enjoying family entertainment for children big and small in between races. The...

Meg Saultry

Initiative aims to help patients quit smoking

Patients of Seymour Health will be given support to quit smoking, in a new initiative launched recently. Embedding prevention in routine care: tobacco-free living aims to make smoking cessation care a part of routine practice in hospitals...

David Rak

SDCA | Broadford on the board as Eastern Hill and Seymour go zip and two

Broadford nabbed its first win of the SDCA A-grade season against Seymour at Harley Hammond Reserve on Saturday, holding off the visitors by 65 runs.

Meg Saultry

Rochester

Anna’s chairs with personality

Meet Lockington’s Anna Pinton and her eight chairs: Mildred, Lisa, Ashley, Queen Antionette, The Max Chair, Loved to Death and The Grim Reaper

James Arbuthnott

Rochester Tigers roar at Echuca Basketball Tournament

ROCHESTER’S junior basketball teams have shown there is plenty of talent at the Tigers after strong performances at the Echuca Basketball Tournament.

Brayden May

Head to the Colbo this Octolbo

The iconic Colbinabbin Country Hotel’s music day-nighter kicks off on Saturday, October 19 with live music, food and drink available from 4pm til late

James Arbuthnott

Wheels in motion for Rochy Christmas

Rochester recycling extraordinaire Heather Darbyshire has a vision for the town’s Christmas decorations this year

James Arbuthnott

Heathcote

International Day of Older Persons celebrates value, contribution to society

“I’m here to write a story,” I told Rachel, a resident at Heathcote Health Aged Care last Tuesday.

Vanessa Wiltshire

Call for lifeguards as the summer season approaches in Heathcote

AS the weather warms up, the outdoor pool season draws closer. In 2019/20 Heathcote’s outdoor pool will be managed by Belgravia Leisure. And it is putting the call out for lifeguards; have you ever thought of becoming one?

Vanessa Wiltshire

Saints had few answers for mounts

AFTER the promising performance the week before, the Saints faithful drove to Toolleen expecting a tight game of football against the power-packed Mt. Pleasant combination. Early the team worked hard but it was soon obvious that Mounts were up and...

The McIvor Times

Tatura

Hill Top Golf Club women’s notes

The stroke event sponsored by Drummond Golf was an important day as it was the playoff for the Silver Spoon, the second qualifying round of the Veterans event, and the Star medallist play-off. Jan Coe played well to win A-grade with 69 nett, which...

Tatura Guardian

Tatura Primary School gets colourful for fundraiser

Tatura Primary School has raised more than $5000 for playground developments by organising its first colour run. Principal Susanne Gill said students from Foundation to Year 6 were “excited” to be involved. “We’ve had parents help out with the...

Ilias Bakalla

Merrigum golf notes

Par will feature much more regularly on Merrigum’s golfing calendar from now on as it proved once again that it is the most popular format of the game and attracts the largest fields. Saturday’s event was well attended and with the course in great...

Tatura Guardian

Yarrawonga

River road works November deadline

Major works on a new retaining wall, tourism trail, new vegetation and jetties adjacent to River Road are expected to be completed by the end of November. Installation of steel sheet piling to improve and protect the foreshore from erosion has been...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

Be fire ready this summer

Moira Shire Council is urging residents to prepare their homes and yards prior to the fire danger period commencing in coming weeks. Moira Shire Mayor Libro Mustica said council officers have been undertaking a rigorous annual program of roadside...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

National Champion Tamlin

Lake Rowan’s very own Tamlin Osborne has won the Australian Barrel Racing Title in Tamworth recently, beating 350 plus riders who had to qualify for the right to be there. Tamlin and her horse Peptos Roanie Roc (aka Charles), took out round one of...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

Cross state RSAs now easier

The NSW Government has launched a new online bridging course that makes it easier, faster and cheaper for interstate hospitality workers to gain NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) accreditation. Liquor & Gaming NSW executive director...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

Corowa

Show has good turnout

It was a successful day for the 141st Corowa Show, with festival goers enjoying the balmy weather and a variety of entertainment in what was an increased turnout from last year. People from all over the region attended one of the town’s most...

Corowa Free Press

Rutherglen ready for season 2019/20

Rutherglen has appointed experienced Cricket Albury Wodonga player Steve Jenning as coach for the WDCA 2019/20 season. Winning the B Grade last season Rutherglen has been promoted to A Reserve for the 2019/20 season and is looking forward to an...

Corowa Free Press

Emergency water rebate horticultural extension

Producers throughout Farrer with permanent plantings can now access the On-Farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate. Federal MP Sussan Ley said the rebate will help to save valuable trees and vines. “Horticulture is a vital industry for our...

Corowa Free Press

Drought relief support

Farmers facing drought and dry conditions will get the extra support they need, with the Andrews Government announcing new dedicated funding to help farming families and communities doing it tough. Premier Daniel Andrews joined Minister for...

Corowa Free Press