Benalla News

Yarnbombing at Morrie Evans and Cooinda

Fans of this year’s yarnbombing might well have spotted some extra installations away from Bridge St if they ventured past Cooinda and Morrie Evans aged Care. Residents at both aged care facilities took time out to knit and crochet various items to...

Simon Ruppert

Police identify Bridge St attack suspect

Benalla police confirmed this morning that they have identified the man who assaulted a pensioner at Bridge St on Friday. Senior Constable Mark Kennedy said Benalla Police would like to thank everyone involved in identifying the man. “Whilst most...

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Medical exemptions for mask use - Free content

The DHHS website lists the following exemptions from wearing a mask: A face covering is not required in some circumstances including: ● Infants and children under the age of 12 years; ● A person who is affected by a relevant medical...

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Medical exemptions for mask use - Free content

The DHHS website lists the following exemptions from wearing a mask: A face covering is not required in some circumstances including: ● Infants and children under the age of 12 years; ● A person who is affected by a relevant medical...

Simon Ruppert

Benalla pensioner attacked for not wearing a mask

A Benalla pensioner was left covered in blood after a brazen daylight assault at Bridge St on Friday afternoon.

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Anthony and Marion Scott celebrate 70 years of marriage

Congratulations to Anthony and Marion Scott who today celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary. Anthony and Marion first met and married in Wentworth in 1950 before moving to the Victorian town of Murrabit where they initially share farmed for...

Benalla Ensign

Sophie says wear a mask

Sophie might only be 10 years old, but she is eager to see everyone wearing masks to save people from getting sick. Her aunt Mandy sent us this photo and said she was very proud. “Since all this COVID pandemic Sophie has not once hesitated to...

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Jill enjoys 100th birthday with friends at Cooinda

Congratulations Jill from everyone at The Ensign

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In the archives: Senior Sergeant Walker retires after 38 years of service

Read what was making news in 1995 and 2010.

Benalla Ensign

Masking up like Ned Kelly

More from this week’s Ensign: Benalla businesswoman finalist for ‘Mumpreneur’ award New website to help match volunteers with NFPs Byrne St residents demand action on drains Benalla residents talk masks Yarnbombing at Morrie Evans and Cooind...

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Benalla’s SOS group keeps up its lobbying

Benalla’s relationship with the Australian Rail Track Corporation, and government agencies involved with the town’s railway, have had ups and downs over the years. From the decision to have different gauges running through town, to the islanding of...

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Poet’s corner: The nearest thing to heaven - by John Arandall

This week we have a second poem submitted by John Arandall called ‘The nearest thing to heaven.” I have travelled this big country from Perth to Coleraine I’ve lived up north in Queensland and come back home again I’ve watch...

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Age Friendly Benalla: Immunisations - who needs them?

Do older people need immunisation? The Victorian State Government Health and Human Services information offers the following advice: What vaccines you need depends on your health, age, lifestyle and occupation. Health issues, such as premature...

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Haines to host grant workshops for Indi community groups

In a series of free online workshops, Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines is hoping to make the grant application process as easy as possible for local groups. The upcoming workshops, presented over Zoom, are designed for Indi community...

Benalla Ensign

Benalla gets $1m drought funding

Benalla Rural City Council will receive $1million in funding from the Australian Government with Benalla being recognised as experiencing hardship because of the drought. The funding, which is through the Drought Communities Program, is being...

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Dolly the pony visits Estia

Estia Health residents were delighted to receive a visit from “Dolly” the pony to celebrate the annual horse’s birthday. A spokesperson said Dolly belonged to staff member Kellie Webster’s daughter and she was an absolute gem with...

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Frontline workers: Matt the pharmacist

As a frontline worker in an essential business you could forgive Amcal Pharmacist Matt Crittenden for being concerned about his potential exposure to COVID-19. However that is not the case and Matt is optimistic that if he, his colleagues and the...

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Project firefighters sought

Recruitment is under way for new project firefighters (PFFs) who want to play a key role in keeping Benalla and district safe this upcoming bushfire season. Deputy Chief Fire Officer Aaron Kennedy said now more than ever, people understood how vital...

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New website to help match volunteers with NFPs

The Volunteer Centre has launched a brand new website this week, ready to service the needs of the Hume community, by matching volunteers with roles within not-for-profit organisations. First established as Volunteer Skillsbank, this matching...

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