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Ross Dillon remembers Tony Bull - Sports Snaps

Former Kyabram, Melbourne and Norwood footballer Ross Dillon has fond memories of the late Tony Bull, who made an indelible impression on him when growing up in Kyabram. Tony had left Kyabram before Ross had pulled on a senior jumper with the...

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Waranga Health officially opens in Rushworth

Rushworth’s new health facility has been officially opened, bringing together the township’s acute, primary and community health and aged care services into one building. Goulburn Valley Health’s Waranga Health $10 million...

Tara Whitsed

Kyabram suffers six-wicket loss to Central Park-St Brendans

KYABRAM got a wake-up call in Cricket Shepparton’s Haisman Shield competition on Saturday, suffering a six-wicket loss at the hands of ninth-placed Central Park-St Brendans. The former powerhouse of the competition lost just four wickets...

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Kyabram suffers six-wicket loss to Central Park-St Brendans

Kyabram Free Press

Stanhope’s big plans

STANHOPE is the most recent town to come under Campaspe Shire’s spotlight, after council and the dairying town of fewer than 900 people agreed on a development plan recently.

James Arbuthnott

Stanhope prepares for 100th season in Kyabram District League

Stanhope Football Club has reunited the club’s last premiership coach and a former star player to try to relive some glory days as the club prepares for its centenary season in the Kyabram District League in 2020. Club legend and the last man...

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Nine men arrested after 18 properties searched over alleged illegal activity

Nine men have been arrested and 18 properties across Shepparton, Mooroopna, Kialla and Muckatah searched as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged criminal activities of the Outlaws motorcycle gang.

Shepparton News

Breaking News

Drysdale, United part ways

ECHUCA United Football Netball Club and A grade premiership coach Lisa Drysdale have parted company just weeks after her re-appointment for the 2020 season. It is understood Drysdale was requested to attend a meeting with the EUFNC committee on...

Andrew Johnston

One year on, Uber proves no match for local taxi service

It’s been almost a year since Uber announced it was expanding into Shepparton, generating concern and anger from local taxi services.

Holly Tregenza

Eight men charged after 18 properties searched across the region

Eight men have been charged and 18 properties across Shepparton, Mooroopna, Kialla and Muckatah have been searched as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged criminal activities of Outlaws Motorcycle Club members. Victoria Police’s...

Ashlea Witoslawski

Tiny Tatura idea taking on the world

The café may be small but the Coffee+ waste warriors’ newest innovation has taken the world by storm.

Morgan Dyer

06 Dec 2019

Campaspe Shire Council is ensuring access for one and all

CAMPASPE Shire Council is ensuring equal access for all people in the district after council adopted an updated access and inclusion strategy.

Lachlan Durling

Tongala delivers hay to Queensland farm

On Friday, November 22 a B-Double full of hay arrived at a cattle farm in the Western Downs town of Glenmorgan, Queensland. The truck and trailer had travelled more than 1000km from Tongala to the town of about 150 people.

James Arbuthnott

The walls of Rushy Hall have spoken

The stories of the first 150 years of Rushworth Shire Hall have been collected into a book by author and former resident Alan McLean. Marking the heritage building’s birthday, the book recalls events involving people from surrounding farming...

James Arbuthnott

06 Dec 2019

EVENTS

Messy Play

What: Join us for a messy play session where children will have the freedom to develop their imagination and social skills! Bookings essential. When: 9.30am to 10.30am Where: St Anne’s College, 72 Wendouree Dve, Kialla. Cost: Free

Ilias Bakalla

11 Dec

Movie Afternoon at the Library

What: Come along for a screening of the 1967 classic Flower Drum Song. The movie will start at 1 pm, with a light afternoon tea supplied. Spaces are limited so be sure to register your spot! When: 1 pm. Where: Shepparton Library Cost...

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Ilias Bakalla

11 Dec

Merrigum Carols in the Park

What: Live music, prizes, a festive costume competition and, of course, carols await on Friday evening in Merrigum. More delights will fill the evening, including a community barbecue and treasure hunts, even the appearance of Santa Claus arriving...

Ilias Bakalla

13 Dec

Violet Town Community Market

What: Relax and enjoy live music, hot food and great coffee. You can find fresh produce, arts, crafts, jewellery, plants and more. Entry is free; however a gold coin donation would be welcomed. When: Saturday, 8.30 am to 1 pm. Where: Recreation...

Ilias Bakalla

14 Dec

Regional

Eight men charged after 18 properties searched across the region

Ashlea Witoslawski

Who am I?

The Benalla Family Research Group would like to say a big thank you to Jack Allen who managed to identify the “Who Am I” photo in the September 18 edition of The Ensign

Simon Ruppert

15 hours ago

What happens when the power goes out in an emergency?

ECHUCA residents are being encouraged to prepare for extreme temperatures and the fire season by ensuring they know what to do if the power goes out in an emergency. Electricity distributor Powercor plans year-round for summer and is helping...

Ivy Jensen

5 minutes ago

Big night for Finley Golf

A large number of Finley Golf Club members gathered for the 2019 presentation night on Friday. The evening was chaired by captain Rand Wilson and lady captain Sharon Pyle. Rand threw in a few pertinent jokes which kept the event going on a light...

Southern Riverina News

Moira Shire Council wants fruit fly program funding extended

Moira Shire Council is calling on Victorian Agriculture Minister Jaclyn Symes to continue funding of the Goulburn Murray Valley Regional Fruit Fly Program for the next three years. Mayor Libro Mustica said Queensland fruit fly was a constant threat...

Rodney Woods

04 Dec 2019

Perfect time to show support

Burtons Store Seymour has everything you need to look your best this festive season. The store stocks a range of women’s clothing and accessories, men’s clothing and work wear, giftware, manchester and soft furnishings, babies’ clothing and...

David Rak

17 hours ago

Rochester Primary School students’ Christmas wishes

Here at Rochester Primary School we believe a balance exists between each student feeling they are learning in a safe and secure environment and their ability to learn. We have developed a strong welfare program, and to support this our Student...

Campaspe News

1 hour ago

Roadside clearing works to continue throughout summer in Mitchell Shire

MITCHELL Shire Council’s commitment to rural and urban fire safety has seen the shire’s largest slashing program take place this year. Council has also resolved to strengthen its commitment to fire hazards and fuel reductions. Local laws...

Vanessa Wiltshire

29 Nov 2019

Tiny Tatura idea taking on the world

The café may be small but the Coffee+ waste warriors’ newest innovation has taken the world by storm.

Morgan Dyer

06 Dec 2019

$11m tourism injection

Yarrawonga Mulwala Tourism and Business (YMTB) have continued to inject close to $11 million into the local economy by attracting, creating and sustaining events over the past year. YMTB invested $88,300 during the year on continuing and new events...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

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New pool safety regulations start

New mandatory safety regulations for private pools and spas came into force on Sunday, 1 December. The new regulations require owners to register private pools and spas with their local council including, all permanent pools and spas and most...

Corowa Free Press

1 hour ago

Bowls tidbits

“It was an outstanding finish. I don’t think we could have dreamed of that ending in the lead-up,” MBC sports venue manager Zane Mikin-Laurie told the Riverine Herald

Alex Mitchell

Galleries

Hundreds celebrate Pink Ribbon Brunch

A celebration of love, life, happiness and health, more than 600 guests filled the Eastbank Centre yesterday for the Shepparton News Pink Ribbon Brunch

Shepparton News

28 Oct 2019

Rural

Can the plan protesters arrive in Canberra

The Convoy to Canberra saw thousands of farmers travel to Parliament House to oppose the Murray-Darling Basin Plan. Fed-up farmers want a royal commission for the plan, or for it to be abolished altogether, as many are left with no water allocation...

Jamieson Salter

1 hour ago

Water for Fodder program opens

Farmers in the southern Murray-Darling Basin can apply to purchase water at a discounted rate from 10am today. Eligible farmers can buy up to two 50Ml parcels at $100 per megalitre and Federal Water and Drought Minister David Littleproud said the...

Rodney Woods

11 Dec 2019

Animal Health

Know your fodder: feed testing facts

THIS SEASON there is the potential for a fodder supply shortage across Australia’s dairy regions. In times of low pasture supply, it is essential to carefully plan what the likely feed requirements will be for your herd and actively manage the...

Dairy News

11 Oct 2019

Dairy

Coles reimburses milk suppliers

Supermarket giant Coles has been forced to pay $5 million to a group of farmers after accusations it short-changed them on a scheme to provide drought relief.

Geoff Adams

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

Markets

Australian milk production continues to slide, while global markets present opportunities

THE 2018–19 season will most certainly be remembered as an exceptionally challenging season for the Australian dairy industry. Universally high feed costs, record high temporary irrigation water costs and widespread dry seasonal conditions have...

Sofia Omstedt

12 Jul 2019

Protesters call to can the plan

Thousands of southern basin irrigators, business owners and community members descended on Canberra last week calling to #cantheplan

Sophie Baldwin

15 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

Chinese company buys Lion dairy labels

The Chinese dairy heavyweight behind the $1.5 billion bid for organic infant formula maker Bellamy’s Australia has agreed to acquire another of Australia’s biggest dairy operations. China Mengniu Dairy will pay Japanese beverage giant Kirin...

Geoff Adams

Livestock

Research reveals no benefit in processing barley for lot-fed sheep

Charles Sturt University research has found there are no clear benefits in processing barley grain to increase the live-weight gain of feedlot lambs. CSU Bachelor of Animal Science honours student Sabrina Meurs examined the impact of grain...

Rodney Woods

Machinery & Products

Sneak peek of new tractor technology at AgQuip

VISITORS TO this year’s AgQuip Field Days from August 20 to 22 at Gunnedah enjoyed a sneak peek at the next generation in Case IH’s high-horsepower tractor technology. The new AFS Connect Magnum, powered by the company’s Advanced Farming...

Dairy News

13 Sep 2019

Management

Robotic technology embedded in farm’s future

TASMANIA’S DORNAUF Dairies has successfully transitioned its Gala Farm to the latest generation of voluntary milking technology following the installation of eight DeLaval VMS V300 milking robots. Farm owners Nick and Rebekah Dornauf say the...

Dairy News

26 Nov 2019

NVIC criticise VFF’s leadership

The VFF has launched a 10-point plan to help restore the balance between irrigated agriculture and the environment in the Murray-Darling Basin. VFF Water Council chair Richard Anderson said the new 10-point plan provided solutions to major problems...

Rodney Woods

11 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

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

Inspector-general to review water policy

Federal Water Minister David Littleproud has called for the Murray-Darling Basin interim inspector-general position to be made a permanent role, following a rally against the Murray-Darling Basin Plan in Canberra last week. Former Australian Federal...

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