News
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More time for tiny towns
THE smallest towns in Victoria have an extra month to apply for a Tiny Towns Fund grant to fund improvements. Between $5000 and $50,000 are…
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Thefts across the region
SWAN HILL Theft: A REGISTRATION plate, a new Kings Swag still in its box and a bag were stolen from a vehicle parked in Barnett…
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Unflinching debut for local author
RAW, real, honest – Charlie Hovenden’s debut memoir Fierce and Unstoppable has received praise for laying bare her daily strength and courage through MS and…
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Support grows in regions
A REDBRIDGE federal poll released last week found One Nation’s primary vote had risen to 26 per cent, eight points lower than Labor (34) and…
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Moulamein notes
Comedy act No, the Richmond footy team isn’t coming to town — but something just as exciting is. It’s not often we see an international…
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Mass fish death
AFTER further investigation into the fish deaths reported throughout the week near Menindee, the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water has released…
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Back to school blessing
ANGLICAN NEWS It was great to have students and adults bringing symbols of their planned 2026 learning to be blessed on Sunday. Along with the…
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Training policy axed in council clash
A COUNCILLOR training policy has been thrown in the bin, with one councillor labelling it an “overreach and a policy that we don’t need”. The…
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Homecoming to Mallee roots
AFTER a lifetime of exhibiting and working in countries across the globe, woodturner and sophisticate Terry Martin has returned home. The internationally acclaimed artist grew…
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Sport
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The 19th Hole
MURRAY DOWNS MEN’S Stableford – Thursday, January 29 There were three grades decided in the Thursday stableford competition last week, and there was a mix…
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Rams charge towards top spot
THE final round of the Northern Valley Premier League is upon us, and it’s a two-battle for first place on the ladder, contested between Murray…
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SHDCA Round 12 Cricket Previews
Nyah District v RSL While last Saturday’s abandoned round has all but sealed reigning premier Nyah District’s fate, the Demons will still have plenty to…
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Kicking goals
It will be a history making moment when Swan Hill’s two under 14 futsal teams take to the court on Sunday to open proceedings for…
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Holyoak a champion again
TEN years after becoming the Murray Valley Champion of Champions, Mick Holyoak is back on top after edging out a determined Garry Armstrong in a…
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Pioneers hit ground running
THE Bendigo Pioneers returned to Swan Hill over the weekend for the club’s second Super Sunday training session of their pre-season. More than 250 players…
Entertainment
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A luminous reimagining of Shakespeare’s greatest loss
IN A tragedy that explores both love and loss, Hamnet premiered in Swan Hill this week, taking audiences on a devastating exploration of the heart-breaking…
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INXS tribute set to rock Town Hall
FANS of one of Australia’s most iconic rock exports are in for a high-voltage treat, with The Australian INXS Tribute Show delivering a stadium-worthy experience…
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Fun-filled activities for the whole family
TODAY 6pm: Hunter & Hawk original production by MARRUK. A raw, unflicting and deeply human story about a young Wadi Wadi/Wamba Wamba teen. For tickets…
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Author drops-in to Robinvale
THE Robinvale Library is gearing up for a feel-good, laugh-out-loud literary afternoon with the launch of What Did I Miss?, the debut romantic comedy from…
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Gallery to celebrate creativity
SWAN Hill Regional Art Gallery is set to put the “art” in party when it hosts its gala dinner and art auction in October. The…
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Grease lightning strikes twice
GREASE takes to the stage this Friday night at St Mary MacKillop College after nearly eight months in the making. School production co-ordinator, Talia Henderson,…
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Design nominated for global award
A SCHOOL shaped by care is now in the global spotlight. The redeveloped Swan Hill Specialist School, designed by WHDA, has been nominated for the…
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Bursary backs students
TERTIARY students completing placements or intensive units in 2026 can now apply for up to $1000 in support through Country Universities Centre Mallee. CUC Mallee…
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Roundabout rut
SWAN Hill Rural City Council Mayor Stuart King is driving change when it comes to the condition of roads, hoping for a smoother start to…
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Second Mallee branch for One Nation
AS One Nation surges in popularity across the country, the right-wing populist party’s Mallee supporters voted to establish a second branch in the region at…
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Police condemn ram raid
POLICE say they are disappointed criminals targeted a “nice part of the world” after an alleged ram raid on a Swan Hill tobacco shop left…
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Community worker with no fuss
CHRIS Pearce laughs when he talks about the Australia Day citizen award, a slightly embarrassed chuckle that gives him away straight away. “Everyone gets in,…
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Buloke celebrates community
JENNY Newell has been named Buloke Shire Citizen of the Year 2026, recognised for decades of service and leadership in Sea Lake and across the…
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Council updates interaction policy
A COUNCIL policy governing how councillors and staff interact has been updated to reflect major legislative changes. Swan Hill Rural City Council organisational development manager…
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Caution at crossings
AS students return to school for the new year, drivers are reminded to take extra care and be alert for pedestrians during busy drop‑off and…
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Raakajilm to rise from the ruins
THE bandy bandy snake, the pink cockatoo, and the largest Mallee bronze azure butterfly population in the world will need to find new homes due…