News CFA issues haystack warning AS THE region experiences spring growth of pastures and crops, the CFA is warning farmers to be cautious when cutting, baling and storing hay. Ivy Jensen 20 Sep 2020 20 Sep 2020
News 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 17 Sep 2020 17 Sep 2020
News St Joseph’s ‘Spoonchester’ sparks joy in community ROCHESTER has had a new group of residents move to town — and here’s the inside scoop. Alex Gretgrix 18 Sep 2020 18 Sep 2020
News St Joseph’s ‘Spoonchester’ sparks joy in community ROCHESTER has had a new group of residents move to town — and here’s the inside scoop. Alex Gretgrix 18 Sep 2020 18 Sep 2020
News Rochester CFA records top-notch response times YOU CAN count on Rochester CFA to arrive at emergencies on time, every time. The latest emergency response times show the CFA crew responded to 11 ‘‘hazard class three’’ incidents within eight minutes 100 per cent of the time... Alex Gretgrix 11 Sep 2020 11 Sep 2020
News 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. The digital metering program, which was introduced in 2018, has seen more than 25,000 digital data loggers... Campaspe News 20 Sep 2020 20 Sep 2020
News 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. Daneka Hill 14 Sep 2020 14 Sep 2020
News Sow the seed with Chia, your new furry friend GET yourself a healthy serving of Chia — and we’re not talking about the seed. This cutie is a two-year-old domestic short hair, with all her love to give. She’s living her best life, waiting for the day she can go home with a new family. All... Alex Gretgrix 17 Sep 2020 17 Sep 2020
News 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... Campaspe News 16 Sep 2020 16 Sep 2020
News 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... Campaspe News 14 Sep 2020 14 Sep 2020
News No plans to trial new drug driving penalties in Campaspe IMMEDIATE fines and driving bans for drug drivers will not be trialled in Campaspe Shire. Victoria Police recently announced on-the-spot fines, starting at $495 for first-time offenders, and immediate driving bans, which will increase from four to... Ivy Jensen 17 Sep 2020 17 Sep 2020
News 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. Campaspe News 18 Sep 2020 18 Sep 2020
News Bendigo council adopts new Reconciliation Plan GREATER Bendigo City Council is set to adopt its new Reconciliation Plan 2021-2025 at next year’s NAIDOC Week. Mayor Margaret O’Rourke said the plan was developed following an extensive community engagement process with traditional owners, the... Campaspe News 18 Sep 2020 18 Sep 2020
News Campaspe leaders welcome border changes THE gap created between the Campaspe region and Moama is finally closing. On Wednesday, September 16, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced residents living in border communities would be allowed to move freely between the two states. And by... Brayden May 17 Sep 2020 17 Sep 2020
News Echuca Regional Health gets ready to restart elective surgery ECHUCA Regional Health was due to restart non-urgent elective surgery this week after a Victorian Government announcement on Wednesday, September 16. On August 5, regional Victorian hospitals were directed to wind back elective surgeries as stage... Anna McGuinness 17 Sep 2020 17 Sep 2020
News Lockington Consolidated students light up life with written letters to locals STUDENTS from Lockington Consolidated School put pen to paper recently as a way of brightening the days of local residents. With the help of the Bush Nursing Centre, students sent handwritten letters to elderly members of the community who may be... Alex Gretgrix 18 Sep 2020 18 Sep 2020
News Campaspe Shire would welcome further easing of restrictions REGIONAL Victorian towns could take the next step towards the new COVID normal as soon as Wednesday. Towns including Rochester only moved to step two at 11.59pm on Sunday as case numbers continued to drop across the state. Step three would be... Brayden May 14 Sep 2020 14 Sep 2020
News Campaspe residents urged to look out for snakes going into spring AS THE days become warmer, snakes are starting to emerge from their winter hibernation to bask in the sun and search for food and a mate. Campaspe News 14 Sep 2020 14 Sep 2020
News Road grading and line marking thanks to federal funding WIDE roads, missing footpath links and culverts in the region will be upgraded after Campaspe Shire Council received more than $2.6 million from the Federal Government. At last month’s council meeting, councillors endorsed a number of local... Lachlan Durling 14 Sep 2020 14 Sep 2020
News 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 06 Sep 2020 06 Sep 2020
News 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 16 Sep 2020 16 Sep 2020
Virus updates 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 09 Sep 2020 09 Sep 2020
News 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. Yarrawonga Chronicle 31 Aug 2020 31 Aug 2020
