EDITOR'S PICKS

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

Benalla Ensign

Lake tree treat

Benalla Rural City Council has taken a page from Geelong’s play-book by authorising a floating Christmas tree on Lake Benalla.

Simon Ruppert
National

Report calls for no new Brisbane stadiums

Fans of one of Queensland’s major sporting teams have slammed a recommendation for no new stadiums.

AAP Newswire
Sport

Exciting tussle

Finals fever hit the Benalla Gardens Tennis Club last Tuesday night for the Spring Competition Grand Final.

Benalla Ensign
News

Smart move for smart people

COMMITTEE for Echuca Moama (C4EM) and Bendigo TAFE Echuca Campus are partnering with key members of the tourism and hospitality sector to see our region thrive.

Riverine Herald
News

Stocking success

The Benalla Hospital Auxiliary Annual Christmas stocking raffle was a big success with more than $4300 raised.

Benalla Ensign
News

Stocking success

The Benalla Hospital Auxiliary Annual Christmas stocking raffle was a big success with more than $4300 raised.

Benalla Ensign
World

US government shutdown talk recedes

The White House has showed its willingness to budge as it became apparent Donald Trump does not have support in Congress for funding a border wall.

AAP Newswire
News

Enjoy our local shopping experience

With only five shopping days left before Christmas it is time to support Benalla’s retailers and shop local.

Simon Ruppert
News

Squirrel smuggler faces criminal charges

It’s been a strange year for Australia’s biosecurity officers, with two live squirrels the latest items to be intercepted at airports and seaports.

Country News
Finance

Investors pile on banks with first strikes

Investors in NAB and ANZ have followed those at Westpac by delivering a first strike on remuneration, leaving all three in danger of a spill next year.

AAP Newswire
World

US government shutdown talk recedes

The White House has showed its willingness to budge as it became apparent Donald Trump does not have support in Congress for funding a border wall.

AAP Newswire
News

Enjoy our local shopping experience

With only five shopping days left before Christmas it is time to support Benalla’s retailers and shop local.

Simon Ruppert
News

Squirrel smuggler faces criminal charges

It’s been a strange year for Australia’s biosecurity officers, with two live squirrels the latest items to be intercepted at airports and seaports.

Country News
Finance

Investors pile on banks with first strikes

Investors in NAB and ANZ have followed those at Westpac by delivering a first strike on remuneration, leaving all three in danger of a spill next year.

AAP Newswire

Most popular

News

Road closures due to flooding

Due to heavy rainfall and resulting flood waters, roads across the region are closed with motorists and residents urged to take care in this treacherous weather. More than 50 mm has fell in the last 24 hours with more rain forecasted. Motorists...

Yarrawonga Chronicle
Sport

Forced out: Southern 80 kings withdraw

THERE will be no three-peat at the 2019 Southern 80 — Merc Force has pulled out of contention.

Fraser Walker-Pearce
News

This isn’t a war, this is murder

BARMAH Forest’s brumby crisis has started to tear the heart out of Australia with the release of a devastating video of a mare dying, collapsing to the ground and still calling for her foal.

Riverine Herald
Riverine Herald

Boat explodes on Murray River near Torrumbarry

EMERGENCY services are responding to a boat fire on the Murray River near Torrumbarry. It is believed the boat had not been in the water long before it exploded. No-one was seriously injured but one person is being treated for minor burns, It is not...

Riverine Herald
Riverine Herald

Lucy tops the Twin Towns with 99.15

Story: Lachlan Durling

Lachlan Durling
News

Third break in in a month nets thieves nothing

A Shepparton business is counting its holiday blessings when a third burglary in a month caused little harm, thanks to damage from previous break-ins and increased security.

Shepparton News
News

Mayor’s Christmas message

Christmas is a time to reflect and celebrate what we have all achieved throughout the year.

Benalla Ensign
National

NSW Greens rotten, corrupt says Greens MP

Embattled NSW Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham has described a review into his party’s structures as a bandaid solution.

AAP Newswire
Galleries

Festive art activity day

There was plenty of festive cheer at Shepparton East Primary School on Wednesday, with students dressing up for their annual arts activity day.

Liz Mellino
World

Belgian PM Charles Michel resigns

Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel has stepped down following pressure on his government and he will inform the king of his decision.

AAP Newswire
News

Breeding focus nails results

A TRIAL of sexed semen three years ago ignited one Tasmanian dairy farming family’s passion for breeding. And the decision has laid down a foundation for the business’ future. Stuart and Kylie Nailer milk 215 cows at Ringarooma, in Tasmania’s...

Dairy News

View All

Local

News

Stocking success

The Benalla Hospital Auxiliary Annual Christmas stocking raffle was a big success with more than $4300 raised.

Benalla Ensign
News

Enjoy our local shopping experience

With only five shopping days left before Christmas it is time to support Benalla’s retailers and shop local.

Simon Ruppert
Sport

Exciting tussle

Finals fever hit the Benalla Gardens Tennis Club last Tuesday night for the Spring Competition Grand Final.

Benalla Ensign
News

Mayor’s Christmas message

Christmas is a time to reflect and celebrate what we have all achieved throughout the year.

Benalla Ensign
News

Future looks bright for students

The culmination of a year of hard work and studying all comes down to this moment.

Georgia Smith
Sport

Superb effort at meet

On Sunday, December 2, the Benalla Swim club held its annual Long Course meet.

Benalla Ensign
News

Jemma’s hard work pays off

With another school year over and ATAR scores released students across Benalla are now making plans for next year.

Simon Ruppert
Sport

Fancy trying water polo?

Benalla could be looking to establish a water polo competition, that is if Max Batey can help it.

Georgia Smith
News

Athletes to converge on city

The annual Benalla Triathlon is right around the corner.

Benalla Ensign
View All

EVENTS
Events

Benalla Lakeside Craft & Farmers Market

Every fourth Saturday of the month including January. All funds raised are donated to the Benalla Community. Make it Bake it Grow it Sew it

22-

Ruth Jellif
Events

Marysville Farmers’ Market

Located in the main street of Marysville, the farmers’ market has beautiful views of the Yarra Ranges and offers a variety of stalls. Visitors can purchase some of the Yarra Valley’s best wines, olive oils, chutneys, cakes, honey, fruit...

23

Country News
Events

Nagambie Farmers’ Market

The Nagambie Farmers’ Market is held on the fourth Sunday of each month from 10am to 2pm at the Tahbilk Winery. It features butter, bread, fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, nuts, wine, olives, olive oil, beer, ice-cream, pies, flour, jams and...

23

Country News
News

High ATAR a nice surprise

Benalla’s Gabrielle Patterson has been rewarded for her hard work at Goulburn Valley Grammar School achieving an ATAR of 97.4.

Simon Ruppert
Sport

Squash

Benalla squash report

Benalla Ensign

View All

Regional

News

Third break in in a month nets thieves nothing

A Shepparton business is counting its holiday blessings when a third burglary in a month caused little harm, thanks to damage from previous break-ins and increased security.

Shepparton News
News

Greens Lake to be closed for new year celebrations

THE popular Greens Lake at Corop will once again be closed for what would be one of its busiest times of the year, New Year’s Eve.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Fifty Deni TAFE students graduate

The latest group of students to complete a course with Deniliquin TAFE were celebrated at the 48th annual graduation ceremony last Tuesday.

Deniliquin Pastoral Times
News

Smart move for smart people

COMMITTEE for Echuca Moama (C4EM) and Bendigo TAFE Echuca Campus are partnering with key members of the tourism and hospitality sector to see our region thrive.

Riverine Herald
News

Gayle’s top award

Gayle Ferguson is the Finley TAFE student of the year.

Southern Riverina News
News

Support for the Red Frogs

While the word ‘‘schoolies’’ is commonly associated with a bunch of teenagers letting their hair down to celebrate the end of their time at secondary school, there is a group behind the scenes helping young party-goers in need.

Patrick Tansey
News

New roof for historic jail

The Seymour Log Gaol has been given a new lease on life with a new roof to help preserve the historic building.

Seymour Telegraph
News

Michael is an outstanding apprentice

THIRD year apprentice Michael Broad has been named GOTAFE’s outstanding final year apprentice for 2018 at their annual awards night on December 3.

Lachlan Durling
News

Santa ready to hit the streets

KIDS, did you know that Santa is coming to Heathcote not once but THREE times this year?

McIvor Times
News

Storm fails to dampen party

The celebrations were brought inside for the Tatura Community House’s Christmas Party on Wednesday.

Tatura Guardian
News

$144m munitions contracts to boost jobs

The Federal Government announced the Australian Defence Force has entered into two significant munitions contracts totalling $144m with spin offs for Benalla and possibly Mulwala. Minister for Defence, the Hon Christopher Pyne MP, announced on...

Robert Muir
News

Taking a ride back in time

Residents of Corowa Health Aged Care Home have been reminiscing about old vintage cars and vehicles they had once owned, drove or had been in their families in their younger days. The inspiration for their interest was sparked as a result of a visit...

Corowa Free Press
Sport

Mooroopna Cats Blue defeat Shepparton Lawn Gold in the Shepparton Junior Tennis Association

Mooroopna Cats Blue wrapped up its year in Shepparton Junior Tennis Association with the closest of all victories against Shepparton Lawn Gold in A1 competition.

Lauren Bordin

View All

Rural

News

Squirrel smuggler faces criminal charges

It’s been a strange year for Australia’s biosecurity officers, with two live squirrels the latest items to be intercepted at airports and seaports.

Country News
Water

Dairy group hails deal

The deal agreed to at today’s Murray-Darling Basin Ministerial Council meeting has been hailed as a breakthrough by Australia’s peak dairy advocacy body Australian Dairy Industry Council.

Country News
Animal Health

Keep cows cool this summer

CLIMATE CHANGE is leading to warmer Australian summers with an increased number of hot days and warmer nights. This increases the risk of heat stress, leading to adverse effects on herd health and farm profitability. Effects of heat stress Reduced...

Gemma Chuck
News

Breeding focus nails results

A TRIAL of sexed semen three years ago ignited one Tasmanian dairy farming family’s passion for breeding. And the decision has laid down a foundation for the business’ future. Stuart and Kylie Nailer milk 215 cows at Ringarooma, in Tasmania’s...

Dairy News
Livestock

Salt boost for lambs

A supplement of salt could help lamb producers make better use of dryland lucerne according to research from the Graham Centre for Agricultural Innovation.

Country News
Markets

Don’t forget global markets

WITH MANY eyes focused on the current feed shortage in Australia and resultant surge in feed costs, global markets have taken something of a back seat. Apart from helpful depreciation of the Australian dollar, there hasn’t been much to jolt our...

John Droppert
News

Shearers honoured

Two former Euroa shearers, including one who held a world record, have been nominated for the Australian Shearers Hall of Fame.

Country News
Horticulture

Fruit fly found in SA

An outbreak of Queensland fruit fly has been detected in South Australia following the discovery of seven male flies.

Country News
Dairy

Milk factory start delayed

Girgarre’s ACM milk processing factory has had its start date pushed back due to circumstances out of the company’s control.

Country News
News

Tornado-like storm strikes

A ferocious storm that hit vast areas from Hill Plain across to Jerilderie whipped up cloud formations that looked like a tornado, causing fear among those in its path.

Country News
Machinery & Products

Wrapping up a hypothetical silage venture

I’D BE willing to wager that every machinery enthusiast has their share of ‘aspirational’ purchases. The machines that you don’t strictly need, but with whose hypothetical selection and applications you preoccupy your spare time. I have...

John Droppert
Management

Flexibility helps family through dry season

PLANNING, BUSINESS flexibility and diversity has helped one western Victorian dairy farming family navigate a tough season. The Martins at Irrewarra, north of Colac, have never fed in the bail and do not buy-in fodder. This means they haven’t been...

Dairy News
Water

Pulses can limit harm

Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority is recommending that planned summer water transfers are delivered as a series of pulses through the lower Goulburn River, rather than a steady flow, to help minimise damage to the river bank.

Country News
Cropping

Forecasts down for season

Victorian crop production is expect to more than halve this season, as thousands of hectares of wheat and canola are cut for hay.

Country News
From the Experts

Bringing new pastures on line

GETTING YOUR grazing rotation right is critical to maximise your pasture production. A well-managed rotation will help not only to boost pasture intake per cow but enable a more effective use of supplements. Establishing a rotation with newly sown...

Dairy News
News

Symes new ag minister

Benalla-born Jaclyn Symes has been sworn in as Victoria’s new agriculture minister, following confirmation of her election to the upper house.

Country News

View All

National & World

National

Report calls for no new Brisbane stadiums

Fans of one of Queensland’s major sporting teams have slammed a recommendation for no new stadiums.

AAP Newswire
Finance

Investors pile on banks with first strikes

Investors in NAB and ANZ have followed those at Westpac by delivering a first strike on remuneration, leaving all three in danger of a spill next year.

AAP Newswire
World

US government shutdown talk recedes

The White House has showed its willingness to budge as it became apparent Donald Trump does not have support in Congress for funding a border wall.

AAP Newswire
World

Belgian PM Charles Michel resigns

Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel has stepped down following pressure on his government and he will inform the king of his decision.

AAP Newswire
Horse Racing

Cryptic Jewel leads in a Stanley double

Critical Thinking has provided trainer Brent Stanley with a Caulfield double after Cryptic Jewel had scored earlier in the program.

AAP Newswire
AFL

AFL flag winner Bartel added to GWS board

Geelong triple AFL premiership player Jimmy Bartel has been announced as a board member of GWS.

AAP Newswire
National

NSW Greens rotten, corrupt says Greens MP

Embattled NSW Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham has described a review into his party’s structures as a bandaid solution.

AAP Newswire
Entertainment

Courtney Act makes bid for Eurovision spot

Drag star Courtney Act is making a bid to represent Australia at next year’s Eurovision Song Contest with a new single, Fight For Love.

AAP Newswire
National

SA budget to take $577m hit due to GST

The South Australian government says its budget forecast will take a hit from projected lower GST returns over the next four years.

AAP Newswire