Benalla Ensign

Hot and cold Rockliff dropped ahead of Port clash

Five games short of game 200, Tom Rockliff has been dropped from Port Adelaide’s line-up ahead of its Greater Western Sydney clash on Sunday.

Meg Saultry

Jan takes the reins - new Rotary President announced

The Rotary Club of Benalla welcomed Janice Crothers as its 82nd president at this year’s official changeover. However, like many thing at this moment in history the ceremony had to be carried out via Zoom thanks to COVID-19 restrictions. While this...

Simon Ruppert

Saultry’s Score: Stepping back out into the world

It’s safe to say resilience is the key to getting through 2020. This year has thrown out one too many curveballs for my liking, and it seems like every week brings further crummy news to add to the flames.

Meg Saultry

Saultry’s Score: Stepping back out into the world

Meg Saultry

Nats pledge to make CFA autonamous

The Nationals in government have pledged to rebuild and restore the Country Fire Authority as an independent, volunteer-based autonomous fire service. That’s according to Deputy Leader and State Member for Euroa Steph Ryan in response to...

Simon Ruppert

Zacouver nips Zesty Belle in a win for Corstens’ stable

Leon and Troy Corstens might have been up early in their stables but they were probably back from Sandown Lakeside in time for a not-so-late lunch.

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Police appeal for information after Seymour FM burglary and arson

Detectives from Mitchell Crime Investigation Unit are appealing for information following a burglary and arson that occurred in Seymour last week. Emergency services were notified following the break in at a rural property just before 10pm on July...

David Rak

Virus updates

Melbourne and Mitchell Shire to be locked down for six weeks

Melbourne has been ordered back into lockdown after the state recorded 191 new cases of coronavirus. Premier Daniel Andrews on Tuesday confirmed people in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, north of the city, will only be able to leave their...

Shepparton News

Mitchell Shire enters stage three restrictions for six weeks

Stage three COVID-19 restrictions will be reinstated across Mitchell Shire and metropolitan Melbourne for six weeks from Thursday.

David Rak

Victoria-NSW border closes

There were no traffic flow problems at the Cobram-Barooga bridge road block, as New South Wales police implemented the new border restrictions.

Shepparton News

Tributes to young man killed in Cobram car crash

Tributes to Nicholas Gash and Samuel Tout who died in a car collision last Wednesday have flooded social media. Cobram Roar FC said the club was “devastated at the tragic passing” of their member Mr Gash, saying their hearts went out to the families...

Cobram Courier

COVID-19 Benalla 0

Victoria is in the grips of a second spike of COVID-19, but luckily for the regions, most cases are being identified in metropolitan Melbourne. Benalla has no active cases as of Tuesday, July 7, however, just down the road in Shepparton, and...

Simon Ruppert

Benalla’s future looks bright

From smart benches offering free wifi and charging, to an extended boardwalk, floating pontoon for events, upgrades to toilets, car parks, footpaths and a money for the beautification of Bridge St - there is lots to be excited about Benalla’s future.

Simon Ruppert

Table games help fight dementia

Simon Ruppert

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Regional

40,000 piece puzzle takes up Shepparton CBD sidewalk

MOST people know their puzzle limits; 500-piece puzzles are a challenge, while only the brave attempt 1000 pieces. But on Wednesday a Shepparton woman assembled a staggering 40,000-piece puzzle on the CBD sidewalk.

Daneka Hill

Kyabram Gift to hold Rubber Duck Race charity event

BETTER get quacking, there’s a race on and you don’t want to miss it. And while it isn’t exactly the Melbourne Cup, it’ll be sure to give you something to cheer about — especially since the top prize is $500. Organised...

Jared Prestwidge

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High quality financial service

Fleming Partners is a firm of chartered accountants and investment advisers who are able to offer a comprehensive professional service which embraces all facets of business and financial services. We have an enthusiastic team of professionals and it...

Deniliquin Pastoral Times

12 Jul 2020

Tourism to take a hit from Echuca-Moama border closure

A CLOSURE of the NSW border is not a line between two towns. It’s is cutting one community in half. That is the message from Echuca Moama Tourism chief executive Kathryn Mackenzie, who said a border closure would be devastating for tourism...

Andrew Johnston

Take advantage of residential incentives

The HomeBuilders grant may be welcomed in the Southern Riverina, but the $25,000 might not be utilised unless the local economy improves. The Commonwealth grant is being offered to anyone building a new home up to $750,000 in value (which includes...

Daniel Hughes

Aboriginal locals encouraged to apply for writing awards

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers with a connection to the region are encouraged to apply for the annual Dungala-Kaiela Writing Awards. Launched in 2012, the awards provide an opportunity for writing and self-expression in local...

Charmayne Allison

Police appeal for information after Seymour FM burglary and arson

David Rak

Matilda is Rochester’s Top Dog

ROSALIE Yule needed a loyal friend in her life — and that’s when Matilda came waltzing in. The fun-loving and clever dog has changed Rosalie’s life for the better, which is why the seven-year-old blue heeler has been named Rochester’s Top Dog...

Alex Gretgrix

02 Jul 2020

Dump point change causes a stink

After numerous locals expressed concern about a mesh cover being placed over the dump point in Barrack Street, the McIvor Times launched an investigation.

McIvor Times

14 Apr 2020

Tatura photographer captures amazing photos of insects

These impressive close-ups of creepy crawlies aren’t computer generated, nor were they taken by a professional. These spine-tingling photos of jumping spiders and bees were taken by hobby photographer Matthew McDonald in his Tatura garden over the...

Madi Chwasta

09 May 2020

Corowa’s Tik Tok teen sensation

Corowa teenager Blake Pavey has become an internet sensation on the increasingly popular app, TikTok, for his videos impersonating stereotypical Australian dads. The 18-year-old has amassed a following of over 177,000 followers since downloading the...

Yarrawonga Chronicle

Farmers keep growing with O’Connors’ Ryco accreditation

Farmers in the Corowa region are set to enjoy a decrease in downtime, following an announcement that O’Connors Corowa is now a fully-accredited Ryco Connector Specialist. An Australian company, Ryco manufactures hydraulic hose and fittings found...

Corowa Free Press

GVL cancels 2020 seniors season

The Goulburn Valley League has pulled the pin on its senior competitions for 2020.

Alex Mitchell

24 Jun 2020

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Rural

Agriculture deemed a critical service despite NSW-Victoria border closure

The NSW Government has declared agriculture and freight are critical services in the wake of the NSW-Victoria border closure due to the high number of Victoria’s COVID-19 cases. The border between the two states was closed at midnight on July 7...

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Water

NSW irrigators discuss health of Barmah Choke with politicians

The future health of the Barmah Choke was discussed at a meeting between NSW irrigators and NSW Senator Perin Davey and Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley recently. One of the irrigators present, former Murray Irrigation chair Mark Robertson...

Rodney Woods

21 hours ago

Animal Health

Preparing the team ahead of the game

When it comes to preparing for the next joining period, it’s never too early to start thinking about your bulls. Often, these blokes are away in a back paddock or at the out-block, out of sight and out of mind. However, a recent study in...

Dairy News Australia

23 Jun 2020

Dairy

Echuca multi-vendor dairy sale tops at $3900

A multi-vendor dairy sale was held at the Echuca Saleyards on July 10, with the top priced heifer selling for $3900. The feature offering was a line of 84 two-year old spring calving Holstein and Friesian Jersey cross heifers, the majority of which...

Rodney Woods

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Livestock

Domestic livestock prices historically high

Confidence in livestock producers looking to rebuild depleted herd and flock numbers has risen due to an improvement in domestic conditions, according to Meat & Livestock Australia. Global markets are uncertain as the economy has shrunk for the...

Country News

Markets

Global dairy prices ease

DAIRY MARKETS have entered 2020 with strong supply and demand fundamentals which are supporting global commodity prices. It has been widely reported the current market is operating in a well-balanced state, with demand marginally ahead of supply...

Sam Leishman

23 Mar 2020

Farmers stock up on quad bikes before major manufacturers pull out of market

Panic buying has reached a new extreme with farmers stocking up on quad bikes, but the coronavirus cannot be blamed this time. With many manufacturers of ATVs pulling out of the Australian market from October next year due to government regulations...

Rodney Woods

11 Jul 2020

Horticulture

Businesses surprised by border closure

Barham avocado grower Katrina Myers has been surprised to hear the announcement of the NSW-Victoria border closure.

Geoff Adams

06 Jul 2020

Dairy

Freedom Foods extends trading halt

Freedom Foods will not trade on the ASX until November 2 after the company extended its trading freeze. The company’s board said it believed investors required “comprehensive and up-to-date” information as to the impact of the historical issues...

Country News

Australia saves millions with trade deal

Australia’s dairy industry is set to be one of the biggest winners out of a new Indonesia-Australia trade deal. The Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, which came into effect on July 5, will build upon the...

Jamie Salter

Machinery & Products

McIntosh Beater Wagons are saving farmers time and money

The new McIntosh Beater Wagons are getting plenty of praise from farmers who are using the equipment on their farms. Users say the unique design of the beater wagon, with its three PTO-driven horizontal beaters, allows you to better incorporate...

Dairy News Australia

17 Jun 2020

Management

Foote in the door with Coles

The Foote family, of Fish Creek, is among dairy farmers selling their total milk production direct to Coles. John and Marion Foote, with sons, Rowen and Kristopher, and their respective wives, Sally and Jess, along with two full-time workers, milk...

Dairy News Australia

15 Jun 2020

Water

$20 million for research into Murray-Darling Basin rivers

The Federal Government is looking for partners for a $20 million research program to increase knowledge about Murray-Darling Basin rivers. Federal Water Minister Keith Pitt said the program demonstrated the government’s commitment to...

Jamie Salter

Cropping

Report links grains production to regional jobs

A new report has revealed a strong correlation between Australian grains production and jobs in regional areas — about one job for every 1000 tonnes of grain produced. The research was conducted by the Regional Australia Institute with Grains...

Jamie Salter

02 Jul 2020

From the Experts

Consistency of good behaviours drives calf rearing success

Consistency in all that we do around calves is pivotal to calf health, wellbeing and performance. This was the overarching message when MaxCare hosted a calf rearing seminar at International Dairy Week in Tatura in January, and a message that...

Dairy News Australia

16 Jun 2020

Donkey births rare twins

They’re double delights, also double the trouble. But Kaiba and Clare are also defying the odds when it comes to the delivering of donkeys. Multiple births in the breed are rare according to Hawaiki Stud owner Debra Baker – but what is...

Jamie Salter