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Fiona’s inspiring speech

The annual Australia Day breakfast was once again served up beautifully by the Rotary Club of Yarrawonga Mulwala and enjoyed by locals and visitors. The 200 plus people who attended the occasion were officially welcomed by Yarrawonga Mulwala Rotary...

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Fun galore at the ski club

The Mulwala Water Ski Club was the perfect place to be over the long weekend with the Family Fun Day held last Saturday. A great number of people enjoyed the festivities and fun on offer with many children enjoying plenty of free activities...

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Lioness Joan our top citizen

For most of her life Joan Thomas has been extremely active working voluntarily for the best interest of her community. Joan, a Yarrawonga Lioness foundation member and passionate Warrina Hostel volunteer, was recognised for her tireless work in the...

Jared Loughnan
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Christmas luncheon a winner

Federation Council’s Community Project of the Year went to Mulwala Community Christmas Day Lunch, hosted by Mulwala Football and Netball Club. Hosted by volunteers from the Mulwala FNC, it is held annually on Christmas Day at the Mulwal...

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Federation Council celebrates

Residents, friends, family and visitors celebrated everything that’s great about living in Australia at this year’s Federation Council Australia Day celebrations in Howlong last Sunday. A crowd of more than 300 people was joined by Australia Day...

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BeerBQ success

Bundalong Taverns inaugural Australia Day long weekend North East BeerBQ festival was a hit with more than 2000 people turning out for the first day. Shannon Noll was the draw card of the weekend, captivating the audiences with his set on Saturday...

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Liz top Citizen of Year

Mulwala ambassador on Federation Council’s Ageing Well Advisory Committee Liz Seeliger is this year’s Federation Council Citizen of the Year and Local Achiever. She joins husband Peter as the first couple to receive Federation’s top individual...

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Hold up on bridges

The ongoing uncertainty on when the weir bridge is actually closing to vehicle traffic in 2020 became more of a mystery this week.

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Farmers’ calls for freight subsidies answered

Freight subsidies announced last week will help to relieve the financial pressure on farmers in the north east and East Gippsland as they work to recover from bushfire and years of drought. Victorian Shadow Minster for Agriculture Peter Walsh said...

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How to buy the best pair of school shoes

Does price matter when it comes to school shoes and quality? Researching which school shoes to buy can leave parents feeling overwhelmed. Why are some so expensive? Are the cheaper ones OK? It’s an annual dilemma for parents of school-aged kids...

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Kids lunchbox ideas

For some it can feel really overwhelming thinking about back to school lunches, so why not ease into the school year with these delicious Back to School Lunch Ideas for your first week back to school? Idea 1: pizza for the win! Kick the week off...

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Platypus on brink of extinction

New UNSW research calls for national action to minimise the risk of the platypus vanishing due to habitat destruction, dams and weirs. Australia’s devastating drought is having a critical impact on the iconic platypus, a globally unique mammal...

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School tips for parents

Backpack safety Choose a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a padded back. Pack light. Organize the backpack to use all of its compartments. Pack heavier items closest to the centre of the back. The backpack should never weigh more than...

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Water quality may change

Federation Council has advised the water quality in the Murray River may change over the coming weeks due to bushfire contaminants and run off from forecast rain fall. Federation Council Mayor Pat Bourke said that significant rainfall events...

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“Don’t be a Tosser”

‘Don’t be a Tosser!’ It’s a simple message, but many people make excuses to justify their littering behaviour. The bold campaign is being used by Federation Council in targeting litter reduction in 2020 and you can be part of the solution...

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Rezoning interest sought

Federation Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from property owners and or developers seeking to undertake residential or commercial development on land where it is currently not permitted under current zoning rules. Federation Council...

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All the b’s in the one place

Victoria’s biggest beer and BBQ festival hits Bundalong this Australia Day. The North East BeerBQ is a celebration of the three B’s; Beers, BBQ and Bloody good times. With headline act Shannon Noll performing live at Bundalong Tavern on...

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New adventure for preps

Starting a new school year brings a lot of excitement and apprehension to households, none more so than prep students starting big school for the first time. As a prep student, starting school can be a nerve—wracking experience but having somebody...

Emma Prior

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Shepparton man identified as victim of fatal crash

A 33-year-old Shepparton man has been identified as the victim of Monday’s fatal collision in Arcadia.

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Fatal collision in Arcadia

A driver has died following a collision with a truck in Arcadia this morning.

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Hume Freeway closed, near Wangaratta

The Hume Freeway is closed towards Melbourne, just outside of Wangaratta, due to a truck rollover. Emergency services are on site. Motorists are advised to detour at the Great Alpine road exit to get back on to the Hume Freeway. Northbound lanes...

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23 with three months to live

“The year looked so promising for me.“ This is how Johnathon Bentancourt saw his future before doctors told him he had just a few months left to live.

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