News

Pitching in for those in need

For 20 years, Target Cobram and Cobram Uniting Church have provided temporary relief and joy to community members struggling during the festive period. Each year, Target’s annual Christmas Appeal helps the UnitingCare Network to support its...

Cobram Courier
Sport

Golf results

Tuesday, November 26, veterans stableford, west course A-grade: Maurice Harding (21) 35 points; runner-up: Joe Hrdina (13) 33 points; third: Geoff Hall (10) 33 points. B-grade: John Capp (24) 36 points; runner-up: George Hocking (36) 34 points...

Cobram Courier
News

Pitching in for those in need

For 20 years, Target Cobram and Cobram Uniting Church have provided temporary relief and joy to community members struggling during the festive period. Each year, Target’s annual Christmas Appeal helps the UnitingCare Network to support its...

Cobram Courier
Sport

Barooga Bowls notes

Barooga Bowls Last week’s question: Does the marker have to ensure the jack is rolled the correct length? Answer: Yes Law 42.2 “the marker must make sure the jack is at least 23 m from the mat line after it has been centred”. This...

Cobram Courier
Sport

Barooga Bowls notes

Barooga Bowls Last week’s question: Does the marker have to ensure the jack is rolled the correct length? Answer: Yes Law 42.2 “the marker must make sure the jack is at least 23 m from the mat line after it has been centred”. This...

Cobram Courier
News

Give the gift of joy this Christmas

“Support the local community in need.” That is the message from Cobram Bendigo Bank staff member Kim Holt, who was urging people to bring in unwrapped gifts to the branch to be placed underneath the Christmas Giving Tree. With Christmas...

Liam Nash
Sport

Tough day for Cobram tennis

Cobram Cobras had a close match on Saturday at home against Nathalia. In the singles, Mario Bruni went down 3-6, while Jordan Bovalina won 6-3. In the men’s doubles it was a tough day for the boys going down 4-8, 5-8 and 1-8. In the women’s, the...

Cobram Courier

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News

Nine men arrested after 18 properties searched over alleged illegal activity

Nine men have been arrested and 18 properties across Shepparton, Mooroopna, Kialla and Muckatah searched as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged criminal activities of the Outlaws motorcycle gang.

Shepparton News
Breaking News

Drysdale goes public about departure from Echuca United

ECHUCA United Football Netball Club and A grade premiership coach Lisa Drysdale have parted company just weeks after her re-appointment for the 2020 season.

Andrew Johnston
News

One year on, Uber proves no match for local taxi service

It’s been almost a year since Uber announced it was expanding into Shepparton, generating concern and anger from local taxi services.

Holly Tregenza
News

Kyabram man jailed over trying to procure teenage girl for sexual activity

A KYABRAM man who procured a teenage girl - whose profile was operated by police - for sexual activity through social media has been jailed for one year. Sean O’Halloran, 29, pleaded guilty in Bendigo County Court on Tuesday to using a carriage...

Ivy Jensen
News

Eight men charged after 18 properties searched across the region

Eight men have been charged and 18 properties across Shepparton, Mooroopna, Kialla and Muckatah have been searched as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged criminal activities of Outlaws Motorcycle Club members. Victoria Police’s...

Ashlea Witoslawski
News

Moving Cobram forward

Cobram residents who experience transportation difficulty can finally take solace with a future solution imminent, with CobCab – Cobram’s community access bus project – given the green light. Tasked with a goal of raising...

Liam Nash
News

Moira Shire Council wants fruit fly program funding extended

Moira Shire Council is calling on Victorian Agriculture Minister Jaclyn Symes to continue funding of the Goulburn Murray Valley Regional Fruit Fly Program for the next three years. Mayor Libro Mustica said Queensland fruit fly was a constant threat...

Rodney Woods
News

What do you do if the power goes out?

Powercor is encouraging Cobram and district residents to plan ahead for extreme temperatures during the fire season. The electricity distributor reminded people to have a plan for if the lights go out and offered some tips to help prepare and recover...

Cobram Courier

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EVENTS

Events

Violet Town Community Market

What: Relax and enjoy live music, hot food and great coffee. You can find fresh produce, arts, crafts, jewellery, plants and more. Entry is free; however a gold coin donation would be welcomed. When: Saturday, 8.30 am to 1 pm. Where: Recreation...

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Ilias Bakalla
Events

Munzee in the Park

What: Discover Munzee, a new generation of global scavenger hunt games. Track down QR codes hidden in the real world and capture them for points. When: 3 pm to 5 pm. Where: Riverbank Gardens, Stevenson St, Murchison. More information: Phone Rob...

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Ilias Bakalla
Events

Carols in the Park Mooroopna

What: An evening of entertainment and activities with live music from a variety of local artists will be concluded with a fireworks and sound show. Everything is free, except food stalls and LED candles. Soccer Darts and Mobile Animal Farm will be...

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Ilias Bakalla
Events

Sayers End of Year Dance Concert – Road Trip

What: Sayers Dance Academy is a nurturing school that believes you need to love something before you can do it well. They work to foster a love of dance whilst developing strong dance techniques. When: 6.30 to 9.30 pm. Where: Riverlinks Westside...

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Ilias Bakalla

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Regional

News

Sikhs share faith and tradition with Shepparton

Sikhs wear turbans so that people in the street can identify them and ask for help if they need it. And I had no idea. That’s one of the first things I learned when I donned a colourful scarf, slipped off my sandals, and walked into the big...

Holly Tregenza
News

Pool and spa owners to register with council

VICTORIAN government has recently introduced new safety laws which require all landowners to register their swimming pool and spa with council. These laws apply to all pools and spas with a depth of water of at least 300mm. Registration is due by...

Jared Prestwidge
News

Ambulance attends to swimmer in Lake Benalla

Ambulance Victoria and other emergency services were alerted to a possible drowning/swimmer in distress near Neil Avenue, Benalla this afternoon. Unconfirmed reports suggest a person was airlifted to hospital. More to follow. * Information from...

Simon Ruppert
The Lead

The Lead with Charmayne Allison - December 14

MORE Moama three and four-year-olds will have access to early childhood education right on their doorstep as Moama and District Preschool makes strides towards a new state-of-the-art building

Riverine Herald
News

One per cent of festival charged

A man allegedly carrying 75 MDMA tablets, speed and cocaine is one of more than 95 people charged with drug offences at this year’s Strawberry Fields music festival. A high-visibility police operation commenced at Strawberry Fields festival at...

Southern Riverina News
News

Rent struggles, even in Deni

A large number of families are struggling to afford rent in Deniliquin, despite the town ranking as one of the most affordable towns in Australia for rentals. According to the Rental Affordability Index, Deniliquin is listed as “affordable” or...

Jamie Lowe
News

New Anglican minister after two year wait

A priest in charge has been appointed at the Anglican Parish of Central Goulburn after almost two years without one. Locum priests have provided support for the parish on a regular basis while the parish has been without a priest in charge. Reverend...

David Rak
News

Bendigo police investigating series of grass fires

BENDIGO police are investigating a series of grass fires that occurred in the Elmore area yesterday. Emergency services responded to two fires in Avonmore about 3.30pm in the vicinity of Lanmore Rd and Elmore-Barnadown Rd. The fire burned through...

Campaspe News
News

Crafty business: Court House entices local Christmas spend

An inconspicuous entrance gives way to what you might expect of a courthouse built in 1863: lofty ceilings and oodles of natural light. Since its inception in 1994, Heathcote Court House Crafts has made its home in the building, which has...

Vanessa Wiltshire
Galleries

A merry time had Tatura Senior Citizens lunch

Pumpkin soup, ham, cranberry sauce, pudding, custard and some bad jokes created a special early Christmas day lunch for Tatura Senior Citizens Club. More than 30 seniors gathered at their club house on Wednesday and tucked into a three-course lunch...

Morgan Dyer
News

Train passengers caught up in pay dispute

North East train line passengers will face delays and 24 hours of cancelled trains in the busy Christmas period as the Victorian Government continues to war with the state’s transport union according to Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy. “The...

Yarrawonga Chronicle
News

Preschool excels in all facets

A local not-for-profit preschool that works tirelessly every year to survive has proven that passion is the main ingredient to success, after excelling in all areas of a national assessment of the school. Corowa Preschool has excelled in all seven...

Rhys Williams
Sport

Special link established between Lachie’s Legacy and local track

Just before 7.06 pm on Monday, December 2, a contingent of family and friends were celebrating the first victory of greyhoun0d 0Lachie’s Legacy. The momentous win came at Shepparton, in the first race of the 12-race meeting, leaving a special...

Aydin Payne

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Rural

News

NSW takes advice on leaving the MDBA

The NSW water minister has confirmed the state has received legal clearance to walk away from the Murray-Darling Basin Plan — if it chooses to do so. Melinda Pavey last week confirmed the coalition government had sought legal advice on its...

Geoff Adams
Water

Water for Fodder program opens

Farmers in the southern Murray-Darling Basin can apply to purchase water at a discounted rate from 10am today. Eligible farmers can buy up to two 50Ml parcels at $100 per megalitre and Federal Water and Drought Minister David Littleproud said the...

Rodney Woods
Animal Health

Know your fodder: feed testing facts

THIS SEASON there is the potential for a fodder supply shortage across Australia’s dairy regions. In times of low pasture supply, it is essential to carefully plan what the likely feed requirements will be for your herd and actively manage the...

Dairy News
Dairy

Coles reimburses milk suppliers

Supermarket giant Coles has been forced to pay $5 million to a group of farmers after accusations it short-changed them on a scheme to provide drought relief.

Geoff Adams
Livestock

Red meat industry set to benefit from new pasture grass research

Australia’s red meat industry is set to benefit from new pasture grass research focused on increasing its production and profitability and helping to safeguard it in a changing climate. Agriculture Victoria research scientists have generated...

Rodney Woods
Markets

Australian milk production continues to slide, while global markets present opportunities

THE 2018–19 season will most certainly be remembered as an exceptionally challenging season for the Australian dairy industry. Universally high feed costs, record high temporary irrigation water costs and widespread dry seasonal conditions have...

Sofia Omstedt
News

Tongala delivers hay to Queensland farm

A B-double full of hay arrived at a cattle farm in the Western Downs town of Glenmorgan, Queensland, on Friday, November 22. The truck and trailer had travelled more than 1000 km from Tongala to the town of about 150 people, destined for the...

James Arbuthnott
Horticulture

New podcast for horticultural growers

A new resource designed to arm horticultural growers with everything they need to grow their business has been released by Hort Innovation. The podcast series, titled Growing Matters, is now freely available to download or stream through Apple...

Rodney Woods
Dairy

Chinese company buys Lion dairy labels

The Chinese dairy heavyweight behind the $1.5 billion bid for organic infant formula maker Bellamy’s Australia has agreed to acquire another of Australia’s biggest dairy operations. China Mengniu Dairy will pay Japanese beverage giant Kirin...

Geoff Adams
News

Native grasses can improve soil health, says GBCMA

There’s no better time than now to identify the flowering native grasses in your paddocks and find out how they can improve soil health and productivity, according to Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority’s land health...

Rodney Woods
Machinery & Products

Sneak peek of new tractor technology at AgQuip

VISITORS TO this year’s AgQuip Field Days from August 20 to 22 at Gunnedah enjoyed a sneak peek at the next generation in Case IH’s high-horsepower tractor technology. The new AFS Connect Magnum, powered by the company’s Advanced Farming...

Dairy News
Management

Efficiencies key to running two farms

Jeanette Severs Ashley and Lisa Mezenberg, from Denison, operate two farms, milking 600 cows; a self-replacing, predominantly Friesian-cross herd, with infusions of Normande, Aussie Red and Brown Swiss. The herd produces 3.7 million litres annually...

Dairy News
Water

NVIC criticise VFF’s leadership

The VFF has launched a 10-point plan to help restore the balance between irrigated agriculture and the environment in the Murray-Darling Basin. VFF Water Council chair Richard Anderson said the new 10-point plan provided solutions to major problems...

Rodney Woods
Cropping

SunRice slashes jobs

The Federal Government must develop a “bail-out package” for SunRice. That’s the message from NSW Member for Murray Helen Dalton, following the announcement last week another 100 jobs would be lost from the Deniliquin and Leeton rice mills...

Zoe McMaugh
From the Experts

ABV release prompts sire review

The August release of Australian Breeding Values (ABVs) and the upcoming joining season will have dairy farmers around the country thinking about the next best sires to use over their herds. While breeding enthusiasts will delve into great detail...

Dairy News
News

Irrigators sold down the river

Oh Damian, oh Damian — how could you? I refer to (Federal Member for Nicholls) Damian Drum’s plan to force the environmental water holder to sell water held in their name back to farmers. Damian, you support a corrupt 100 per cent carryover...

Rodney Woods

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National & world

National

Light rail bungle saps goodwill: Labor

Labor says the public’s “goodwill for stuff ups” is gone after a high-profile breakdown on the first day of Sydney’s new light rail network.

AAP Newswire
Finance

Asahi joins Lion in 100% renewables pledge

Asahi Beverages has committed to using 100 per cent renewable electricity across its Australia and NZ operations by 2025, matching a promise by Lion and CUB.

AAP Newswire
World

Greta Thunberg apologises for comment

Greta Thunberg has apologised for saying politicians should be put “against the wall” explaining that in Swedish it simply means to put someone on the spot.

AAP Newswire
World

Recovery team returns to NZ’s White Island

A recovery team has landed on the island where a deadly volcanic eruption took place in a bid to find the remains of those still missing.

AAP Newswire
Horse Racing

Magic Millions option for King Of Hastings

The Magic Millions 3YO Guineas is a possibility for King Of Hastings after he bounced back from an unplaced run at Ballarat to win at Flemington.

AAP Newswire
AFL

Star Magpie Beams steps away from AFL

Collingwood veteran Dayne Beams has taken an indefinite break from the AFL to concentrate on his mental health.

AAP Newswire
National

Sydney set for a smoky Sunday

Bushfire smoke will again settle across the Sydney Basin, the RFS says, and temperatures are forecast to hit the high 40s in some parts of NSW later this week.

AAP Newswire
Entertainment

Jamaican wins Miss World title

Jamaica’s Toni-Ann Singh has been crowned Miss World 2019 in a glittering ceremony in London.

AAP Newswire
National

Age care sector pleas for funding boost

Smaller aged care operators are pleading for a funding boost in the upcoming mid-year budget outlook, saying they’re facing collapse without more cash.

AAP Newswire