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A selection of the latest Local, Regional, National & World News.

News

ANZAC spirit is alive and well

ROCHESTER RSL will be one of the 200-sub branches gearing up for the 2019 Anzac Day appeal.

Campaspe News
National

Labor not counting on Palmer preferences

Deputy Labor leader Tanya Plibersek says Clive Palmer will not do a preference deal with her party as the coalition edges closer to securing an agreement.

AAP Newswire
Sport

Cats outclass Hoppers in big win

COLBINABBIN’S first home game for the Heathcote District Football Netball league season saw it play host to Lockington-Bamawm United on a hot and sunny Good Friday.

Campaspe News
News

Give Dollar Curtains a holler you won’t regret

IF YOU’RE looking for good quality, affordable blinds and curtains and everything in between, Dollar Curtains and Blinds is the place for you.

Riverine Herald
News

Council cools on pool decision

CAMPASPE Shire Council has granted four outdoor pools in its smaller communities a stay of execution.

Tyla Harrington
News

Council cools on pool decision

CAMPASPE Shire Council has granted four outdoor pools in its smaller communities a stay of execution.

Tyla Harrington
World

US says Chinese duo stole GE trade secrets

The US Justice Department has accused a former General Electric engineer and a businessman, both Chinese, of stealing GE secrets and spying to benefit China.

AAP Newswire
News

Youth of Campaspe, make your voice heard!

TO CELEBRATE the 18th birthday of Mission Australia’s annual Youth Survey, the charity is encouraging a record number of young people in Campaspe Shire and across Victoria aged 15-19 to come to the party and have a say in the 2019 Youth Survey.

Campaspe News
News

Drought bites commodities

A tough start to the growing season in eastern states and falling cattle prices have seen the National Australia Bank’s Rural Commodities Index fall by 2.7 per cent last month.

Country News
Finance

Jobs data helps lift consumer confidence

Consumer confidence last week hit its highest point since December after full-time employment rose by 48,300 during the month of March.

AAP Newswire
World

US says Chinese duo stole GE trade secrets

The US Justice Department has accused a former General Electric engineer and a businessman, both Chinese, of stealing GE secrets and spying to benefit China.

AAP Newswire
News

Youth of Campaspe, make your voice heard!

TO CELEBRATE the 18th birthday of Mission Australia’s annual Youth Survey, the charity is encouraging a record number of young people in Campaspe Shire and across Victoria aged 15-19 to come to the party and have a say in the 2019 Youth Survey.

Campaspe News
News

Drought bites commodities

A tough start to the growing season in eastern states and falling cattle prices have seen the National Australia Bank’s Rural Commodities Index fall by 2.7 per cent last month.

Country News
Finance

Jobs data helps lift consumer confidence

Consumer confidence last week hit its highest point since December after full-time employment rose by 48,300 during the month of March.

AAP Newswire

Most popular

News

Shepparton man caught travelling at 191km/h

Shepparton Highway Patrol officers nabbed a driver allegedly travelling at 191km/h in Shepparton about 11.50pm last night. The 20-year-old probationary driver was detected in an 80km/h zone on Goulburn Valley Highway. The Shepparton man had his...

Madeleine Caccianiga
Breaking News

Multi-vehicle collision closes highway between Heathcote and Tooborac

THE Northern Hwy is closed for a stretch between Heathcote and Tooborac, due to a multi-vehicle collision and grass fire. Those heading off for the long weekend should consider delaying their trip, or plan ahead to find an alternative route. Drivers...

The McIvor Times
Dairy

Withhold supply to get fair milk price, says Strathmerton dairy farmer

Dairy farmers have one bargaining chip.

Country News
News

Prepare for water Campaspe

UP TO 900 Ml of environmental water will be sent down the Campaspe River across six days this month, and then up to 40 Ml a day until winter.

Riverine Herald
News

Two cars were stolen from Moama only three days apart

POLICE are investigating after two cars were stolen from Moama within three days of each other last week.

Riverine Herald
News

Dry times for volunteers

Watering thousands of plants, across hectares of bushland, is no easy feat, especially when the task is done by hand with the help of a trusty watering can.

Ashlea Witoslawski
News

Drop by and you’ll be saying: ‘I love Lucy!’

IS LUCY-LOO the sweet pup for you?

Campaspe News
National

Turks banned from Anzac Gallipoli service

Veterans’ Affairs Minister Darren Chester says a ban on Turkish nationals from attending Anzac Day dawn service on the Gallipoli peninsula is not unprecedented.

AAP Newswire
Galleries

GVL 15-and-under netball - Shepparton v Shepparton United

Shepparton United is on top of the GVL 15-and-under netball ladder after a 44-27 win against Shepparton on Good Friday. 

Shepparton News
World

IS claims Sri Lanka blasts, death toll 321

As IS claimed the blasts in Sri Lanka, questions are being asked about why the government failed to act on warnings received two hours before the tragedy.

AAP Newswire
Dairy

Fixed price offer

Fonterra Australia is offering farmers the opportunity to lock in a set price for up to 70 per cent of the season’s milk in a bid to lessen the impacts of market volatility.

Country News

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Local

News

Council cools on pool decision

CAMPASPE Shire Council has granted four outdoor pools in its smaller communities a stay of execution.

Tyla Harrington
News

Youth of Campaspe, make your voice heard!

TO CELEBRATE the 18th birthday of Mission Australia’s annual Youth Survey, the charity is encouraging a record number of young people in Campaspe Shire and across Victoria aged 15-19 to come to the party and have a say in the 2019 Youth Survey.

Campaspe News
Sport

Cats outclass Hoppers in big win

COLBINABBIN’S first home game for the Heathcote District Football Netball league season saw it play host to Lockington-Bamawm United on a hot and sunny Good Friday.

Campaspe News
News

Drop by and you’ll be saying: ‘I love Lucy!’

IS LUCY-LOO the sweet pup for you?

Campaspe News
News

‘We’re all winners and there are no losers’

THE BOWLERS were out in force at the Rochester Probus Bowls tournament last Monday.

Campaspe News
Sport

Happy vibe even after drawn game

SPORT can sometimes leave you with a funny feeling.

Campaspe News
News

Lauren thrilled to be a part of the local family

SINCE moving to Rochester a year ago, Lauren Chan has jumped headfirst into what she loves most — performing.

Ivy Jensen
Sport

LBU makes an early statement in 2019

TEAMS always want to make a statement early.

Campaspe News
News

Victory is sweet for bakeries

ROCHESTER and Elmore residents were definitely spoilt for choice when it came to picking the perfect hot cross buns for their Easter weekend.

Campaspe News
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EVENTS
Events

Alexandra on Perkins Market

The Alexandra on Perkins Market – after more than a decade away, the monthly market makes a welcome return to the heart of the Alexandra township. Just a short leisurely stroll from the local shops and cafes, visitors and locals can now enjoy...

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Simone Dunne
Events

Benalla Lakeside Market

Wide range of fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, gifts and much more. Live entertainment each month. This market is organised and managed by the Rotary and Lions Clubs of Benall

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Simone Dunne
Events

Kilmore Scout Market

Welcome to The Kilmore Market it is held on the last Saturday of each month at Hudson Park in Kilmore, Victoria from 9am-2pm and managed by 1st Kilmore Scouts. Standard stall 3x3 fees are $15 your car is left next to your stall and will need to have...

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Simone Dunne
Events

Rochester Town Market

The Rochester Town Market is held on the fourth Saturday of the month at the Shire Hall/ Skate Park

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Simone Dunne
News

Join Costa to learn about compost

THE CITY of Greater Bendigo is holding two free composting workshops with Costa Georgiadis, host of the ABC’s iconic Gardening Australia in Elmore on April 27.

Campaspe News
Sport

Bombers still the best team

THEY are called the best teams for a reason.

Campaspe News

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Regional

News

Dry times for volunteers

Watering thousands of plants, across hectares of bushland, is no easy feat, especially when the task is done by hand with the help of a trusty watering can.

Ashlea Witoslawski
News

Suspect fruit trees get the chop

CAMPASPE Shire Council has removed almost 80 fruit trees that may have contained fruit fly in Lockington and Koyuga.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Jobs at risk

Benalla’s Ryan and McNulty Sawmill may have to consider staff cuts if the Victorian Government does not release its Timber Release Plan, which is almost 12 months overdue.

Simon Ruppert
News

Give Dollar Curtains a holler you won’t regret

IF YOU’RE looking for good quality, affordable blinds and curtains and everything in between, Dollar Curtains and Blinds is the place for you.

Riverine Herald
News

Inaugural blues festival

A half-day blues festival to support farmers struggling through the drought is coming to Tocumwal.

Southern Riverina News
News

Remembering Roy Anderson

World War I ended in 1918, but among those who survived, many were broken in body or damaged in mind and spirit.

Cobram Courier
News

Egg-cellent guess

Seymour Girl Guides would like to thank everyone who participated in the Easter fundraiser.

Seymour Telegraph
News

Community invited to Action Plan’s launch

Intereach is inviting community members to join with staff in launching the organisation’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2018 to 2020.

Deniliquin Pastoral Times
News

It’s our duty to never forget

THE Great War of 1914-1918 was touted as “the war to end all wars”. Sadly, it was not.

Vanessa Wiltshire
News

Climate change call to action

Are you keen to have your say on climate change and the environment?

Tatura Guardian
News

West Corurgan celebrates 50 years

The West Corurgan private irrigation scheme celebrated its 50th anniversary at their original pumps sight in Corowa on Friday. Close to a hundred people gathered at the original sight for a luncheon, and to hear board members of past and present...

Yarrawonga Chronicle
News

Corowa-Wahgunyah Good Friday Appeal receives massive boost

The 2019 Good Friday Appeal tally for Corowa-Wahgunyah has received a massive boost thanks to the generosity of local farmers and stock agents, with close to $13,000 being raised through a sheep drive at the Corowa saleyards on Monday. Steve...

Corowa Free Press
Sport

Shepparton Easter Tennis Tournament

Not even inclement weather on the final day of the 95th annual Shepparton Easter Tennis Tournament could dampen the spirit of the many tennis followers who flocked to Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club.

Aydin Payne

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Rural

News

Drought bites commodities

A tough start to the growing season in eastern states and falling cattle prices have seen the National Australia Bank’s Rural Commodities Index fall by 2.7 per cent last month.

Country News
Water

Buyback in hot water

A senior Morrison Government minister has rejected allegations a controversial $80million water purchase verged on ‘‘corruption’’, amid calls for a major inquiry into the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.

Country News
Animal Health

Proof how critical calf care is

Half of a cow’s lifetime height and growth is achieved in the first six months of its life, according to a visiting American calf-rearing specialist. David Kuehnel was raised on a family farm in Wisconsin, which reared 1200 specially-fed veal...

Dairy News
Dairy

Fixed price offer

Fonterra Australia is offering farmers the opportunity to lock in a set price for up to 70 per cent of the season’s milk in a bid to lessen the impacts of market volatility.

Country News
Livestock

Success at Sydney show for Yambuna stud

Yambuna stud Redgums Red Angus has tasted success on its first trip to the Sydney Royal Easter Show, winning Champion Interbreed Bull last Monday.

Country News
Markets

The rise of dairy alternative drinks in Australian supermarkets

Australians love dairy products and consume more dairy per capita than most other developed countries. In 2018 Australians drank close to 102 litres of milk per person with a proportion accounted for in coffees. More recently there has been an...

Sofia Omstedt
News

Woman still fighting for life after deer attack

Tens of thousands of dollars have been raised for a Moyhu family after their father was killed and their mother critically injured by their pet deer last week.

Country News
Horticulture

Election wish list

Solving the labour supply challenge must be front of mind for all political candidates ahead of this year’s federal election, according to AUSVEG chief executive officer James Whiteside.

Country News
News

Price rise for discounted milk lines

Some dairy farmers may get a boost in their milk price after Coles and Woolworths announced the end of $1 litre milk on some lines. Woolworths led the move in February and was followed by Coles committing to raise the price of its discount milk...

Dairy News
News

Powercor fined

Electricity distributor Powercor has received a hefty fine after tree branches clashed with powerlines, starting fires across regional Victoria.

Country News
Machinery & Products

For sale: wear and tear on patience

Buying things is easy, most of the time. Not as easy as it should be, of course. I for one have had far too many experiences along the lines of “Sorry mate, is me coming here to spend my money at your establishment an inconvenience to you?” In...

John Droppert
Management

Spot on with grazing management

Jan Giliam focuses on grazing management and benchmarks profit by how much of that home-grown pasture feeds his milking herd. To do that, he relies on an annual rainfall of about 1000 mm to produce grass and 2000 wrapped bales of pasture silage. He...

Jeanette Severs
Water

Water hits $600

Water prices have skyrocketed in less than a week, with irrigators paying as much as $660/Ml according to trading figures.

Alana Christensen
Cropping

Call to cut pay risks

Grain traders must institute shorter payment terms across the industry, according to Victoria’s peak farming body.

Country News
From the Experts

Summer heat advice

PROVIDING LIVESTOCK with shade and water during extreme heat is ‘‘paramount’’ according to an owner of a northern Victorian veterinary practice. Keith Fletcher, of Rochester Veterinary Practice, provided some tips on the best way to handle...

Dairy News
News

Government focus on farm productivity

The Federal Government is investing $5.93million in new research, extension and adoption to boost farm productivity through well managed dams and shelterbelts. The project will also measure the biodiversity benefits of farm dams and shelterbelts.

Country News

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National & World

National

Labor not counting on Palmer preferences

Deputy Labor leader Tanya Plibersek says Clive Palmer will not do a preference deal with her party as the coalition edges closer to securing an agreement.

AAP Newswire
Finance

Jobs data helps lift consumer confidence

Consumer confidence last week hit its highest point since December after full-time employment rose by 48,300 during the month of March.

AAP Newswire
World

US says Chinese duo stole GE trade secrets

The US Justice Department has accused a former General Electric engineer and a businessman, both Chinese, of stealing GE secrets and spying to benefit China.

AAP Newswire
World

IS claims Sri Lanka blasts, death toll 321

As IS claimed the blasts in Sri Lanka, questions are being asked about why the government failed to act on warnings received two hours before the tragedy.

AAP Newswire
Horse Racing

Prince has his first look around Caulfield

Impressive VOBIS Gold Rush winner Prince Of Sussex has been taken to Caulfield to get familiar with the track ahead of the inaugural The Showdown.

AAP Newswire
AFL

Greene return will lift GWS: Coniglio

GWS midfielder Stephen Coniglio says the importance of star Toby Greene, who will return from a calf injury for the AFL Sydney derby, can’t be underplayed.

AAP Newswire
National

Turks banned from Anzac Gallipoli service

Veterans’ Affairs Minister Darren Chester says a ban on Turkish nationals from attending Anzac Day dawn service on the Gallipoli peninsula is not unprecedented.

AAP Newswire
Entertainment

Hollywood celebrates ‘Avengers’ finale

A-list stars have packed the lavish premiere of Avengers: Endgame, the final chapter of the Avengers superhero series.

AAP Newswire
National

Day 14 of the federal election campaign

What leaders Scott Morrison and Bill Shorten and their teams are up to in the federal election campaign.

AAP Newswire