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New murals brighten up Tongala Post Office

IT WAS an idea that emerged from the weeds and it’s now looking a whole lot better thanks to a pair of local artists – and the community. The Tongala Post Office has become the latest space to join the town’s mural trail after...

Lachlan Durling
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Church of England Ornamental Gateway | Looking Back

THESE beautiful cast iron ornamental memorial gates were situated at the entrance to the driveway between St Andrew’s Anglican (Church of England) church and the Rectory in Church St, Kyabram. They were a gift to the Church of England Parish...

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Kyabram ANZ branch to close in March, 2021

KYABRAM’S ANZ Bank branch is set to close on March 18, 2021. In an email sent out to customers on September 18, ANZ confirmed the closure was due to customers’ preference to do their banking via apps, through internet banking and call...

Jared Prestwidge
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Gargarro Botanic Garden hits major milestone

THE Gargarro Botanic Garden project in Girgarre has hit a massive milestone, with the recent completion of the detailed design stage of phase one.

Jared Prestwidge
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Dance studios fighting to stay afloat through COVID restrictions

WHILE several regional Victorian businesses breathed a collective sigh of relief after COVID-19 restrictions were eased on September 16, dance studios are still at risk of going under.

Jared Prestwidge
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Schools in Campaspe encouraged to get creative thanks to government grant: Gepp

SCHOOLS in the Campaspe region are encouraged to join forces with artists and creative professionals as part of a Victorian Government program to expand student learning and breathe creativity into the curriculum. Applications are now open for the...

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CopRice acquires dairy and feed business

The SunRice Group’s CopRice business has finalised its acquisition of Riverbank Stockfeeds’ dairy and beef business, which will serve to complement its existing manufacturing facilities, including at Tongala. The acquisition includes...

Jared Prestwidge
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Snake season is beginning: breathe and remain calm

Spring brings with it snakes, but the combined impact of an unusually cold winter and COVID-19 has left this spring more snake-less than usual. For seven years snake catcher Tania Corby has been removing the legless reptiles from properties across...

Daneka Hill
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COVID fears not addressed by Campaspe Shire Council: report

MULTIPLE concerns of staff members of Campaspe Shire Council were not acted on in relation to protecting them from COVID-19, a report has shown. In an ‘Improvement Notice’ document issued by WorkSafe Victoria on September 2, of which the...

Andrew Johnston
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Campaspe library services move to online platform

IN RESPONSE to COVID-19 restrictions, Campaspe Regional Library Service has expanded its online presence, and community feedback has been encouraging. “All current and prospective community members are encouraged to visit the Campaspe...

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Tech upgrade for Campaspe kinders

KINDERGARTENS in the Campaspe region, including Rochester and Lockington, will see technology upgrades thanks to funding from the Victorian Government. The government is giving 13 kindergartens in the area a share of almost $1.1 million in...

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Coliban digital water meters identify water savings

COLIBAN Water says digital water meters have saved at least 60 megalitres of water and helped central Victorians save more than $100,000.

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Kyabram Town Hall Writers’ Group opens submissions for new book

DO you fancy yourself an expert of the written word and are looking for an opportunity to showcase your craft to a genuine audience? It just so happens that the Kyabram Town Hall Writers’ Group is seeking submissions for an anthology set to be...

Jared Prestwidge
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Fay Shaw tackles COVID downtime with ornament collection

Don’t mention being bored to Kyabram octogenarian Fay Shaw. Fay would quickly tell you to make yourself busy. Real busy. Just like she has been for most of the six months during the coronavirus lockdown. ‘‘I haven’t minded being in...

Kyabram Free Press
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2030 vision for Echuca Port is $20m bill for ratepayers

CAMPASPE Shire ratepayers are propping up the Port of Echuca to the tune of millions, a report has revealed. The Cloudstreet Economics report has highlighted how inaction on the embattled Port of Echuca precinct may impact ratepayers in the future...

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Fauna Park to open with a bang in time for school holidays

THE Kyabram Fauna Park will be back in business on Monday, September 21 just in time for the school holidays. Forced to close for the second time this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, the park will be offering its Night Tours and Zookeeper for...

Jared Prestwidge
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CFA alerts farmers over haystack fires

AS regional Victoria begins to experience spring growth of pastures and crops, the Country Fire Authority has issued a warning to farmers to exercise caution with the cutting, baling and storage of hay. CFA acting chief officer Garry Cook said crews...

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Kyabram Regional Clinic forms project to help curb excessive alcohol use

KYABRAM Regional Clinic is banding together with Murray PHN in an effort to support residents in the community who are battling hazardous drinking behaviours as a result of COVID-19. Campaspe Shire rates above the Victorian average in...

Jared Prestwidge

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COVID-19 restrictions loosen from next Sunday for regional Victoria

Gatherings of up to five people will be allowed in outdoor public places while single parents and people living alone will be able to nominate a friend or family member to visit them, as part of eased restrictions.

Charmayne Allison
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NSW-Victoria border restrictions to be eased for border communities

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced on Wednesday that anything allowed under step three in regional Victoria will be allowed in border communities.

Brayden May
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Skipping COVID roadmap step a possibility, says premier

Regional Victorians could skip a step in the COVID roadmap if active case remain low, meaning patrons could also return to sit-down meals rather than the current takeaway and delivery options.

James Bennett
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BREAKING: 50km border bubble to start Friday

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian will visit Albury tomorrow to announce further details about the return of the 50km border zone.

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