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New seat for local trekkers

By Lua Ikenasio

Feb 28, 2026

Those strolling along Rochester’s Campaspe River walking track will be able to stop and enjoy the view after the installation of a new seat.

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Located at the Mackay St end of the track, the seat replaces the old one that was stolen a few years back.

The new seating is courtesy of the Campaspe River Reserve Committee, which has been working over the past few years to obtain the seat.

With the support of a Campaspe Shire Council grant, the committee was able to purchase the seat for $870.

The committee has taken care of the area between the railway tracks and the Campaspe River bridge for the past 37 years.

The committee has been responsible for keeping the area neat and tidy, planting trees, replacing damaged signage and ensuring amenities are in good order.

With the group's numbers having dwindled over the years, the committee has decided to disband in August.

Until then, its members will continue their duties as usual, and are looking forward to the installation of more seating further down the walking track.