News
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Community pauses to remember
SWAN Hill turned out to commemorate the fallen and returned servicemen of the First and Second World War, and those in conflicts since. After a…
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Sea Lake pays tribute on Anzac Day
ALTHOUGH Leah Hobbs didn’t deploy during her army years, the experience left a lasting mark. The discipline, confidence and resilience she gained have stayed with…
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Marking a decade of dawn services
WOORINEN held their 10th consecutive Dawn Service at the gates of the Woorinen Memorial on Anzac Day, paying tribute to the brave men and women…
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Record year for rodeo
THE sixth annual Homebush Rodeo made a triumphant return to the Balranald Shire at the weekend, drawing a massive crowd and showcasing some of the…
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Anzac Day holds special meaning
Anzac Day holds special meaning for the Gilmour family. For Jess Russ (nee Gilmour), Anzac Day is more than just a day on the calendar,…
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Migration policy sparks concern
The Coalition’s migration plan to deport tens of thousands of “unlawful non‑citizens” has prompted unease among some horticulture workers, with online community groups filling with…
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Energy and mining blueprint
A MASSIVE $27.7 billion wave of energy and mining projects could reshape north-west Victoria, with Swan Hill councillors backing a plan to prepare the region…
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Young leaders in focus
THE Lake Boga community marched along the lake to the Cenotaph at the Catalina Flying Boat Museum under late morning sun to commemorate Anzac Day…
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Nandaly marks first Anzac Day service
A DECADE after unveiling its roll of honour monument, the small Mallee township of Nandaly has hosted its inaugural Anzac Day ceremony, drawing a strong,…
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Sport
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Coffey’s border raid
EIGHT years can feel like a lifetime in racing, but for jockey Harry Coffey, Saturday’s Group 3 Breeders’ Stakes win aboard Verzain in Adelaide brought…
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Adams’ champion effort
DANNIELLE Adams walked off the green at the Bendigo East Bowling Club last week with plenty to be proud of, with the Tooleybuc bowler ending…
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Swans continue strong start
The Swan Hill men’s soccer team have continued their strong early season form, with a dominant 7-4 win over the Deniliquin Wanderers on the road…
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Swans out to bounce back
SWAN Hill’s men’s soccer team will be eager to turn promise into points tomorrow when they hit the road to face Deniliquin, with the Swans…
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Harry’s hat-trick
SWAN Hill continues to be a happy hunting ground for hometown hero Harry Coffey, with the champion hoop first past the post on three occasions…
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Flyers’ season comes to a close
THE Swan Hill Flyers under-12 and under-14 boys and girls programs completed their 2025-26 representative seasons at last weekend’s Junior Country Championships. Of the four…
Entertainment
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Sparks fly in high-energy thriller
A FORGOTTEN weapon from the past ignites a very modern kind of havoc in Fuze, a slick, high-stakes thriller that thrives on tension as much…
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Powerhouse performer reviving Tina Turner
FOR Fabio Cattafi, stepping onto the stage as the legendary Tina Turner is more than just a role, it’s a deep-seated passion and a lifetime…
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Enjoy music of Ella Fitzgerald
JAZZ powerhouse Nina Ferro says great music should feel effortless. But behind the swing and sparkle lies years of craft, discipline and heart. The acclaimed…
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Unmissable adventure into a new galaxy
FROM the floating observation facility known as the Gateway Galaxy to Princess Rosalina’s Luma-filled Comet Observatory, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie sets out to capture…
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Motown revival
AUDIENCES are preparing to relive the music that defined a generation as The Big Chillout, a joyous Motown experience arrives in Swan Hill on 17…
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A moving portrait of love after loss
IN a visually gentle yet emotionally intense drama, Reminders of Him tells the redeeming tale of what happens when you find unexpected love in the…
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A message from Mayor Stuart King
May means business MAY is shaping up to be an exciting and energising month for our local business community, with the launch of May Means…
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The lucky country
The lucky country ANZAC Day is a sobering reminder of the cost Australians pay for war. Our sons and daughters, partners or parents who risk…
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Police blitz targets speeding
DRIVERS are being urged to slow down and stay vigilant this Anzac Day weekend following a deadly rise in Victoria’s road toll. Victoria Police has…
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Grants for projects a success
COMMUNITY groups across the Murray River Council region are celebrating after a fresh round of council funding delivered a welcome boost to local projects. The…
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Moulamein news
Grim water outlook WE ALL know we got a great start this year, with 100mm or so falling across our district. However, that was almost…
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On this day
As the sun rose on 25 April 1915, Australian and New Zealand soldiers bravely rowed towards the shores of Gallipoli, in a moment that would…
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The significance of flowers on Anzac Day
Rosemary Since ancient times this aromatic herb has been believed to have properties to improve the memory. Perhaps because of this, rosemary became an emblem…
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Students bake Anzac Day biscuits
The Year One and Two students at St Mary’s Primary School marked Anzac Day on Thursday by baking traditional biscuits to share. Pictures: Amy Hyde…
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Learning about Anzac Day through Auslan
Students at Swan Hill North Primary School have been learning Australian Sign Language (Auslan) as part of the curriculum. With Anzac Day fast approaching, the…
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Uncertain times for agriculture
THE uncertainty around fertiliser and fuel supplies in 2026 has emerged as a major issue for all of Australian agriculture. Doubt around ongoing availability is…