Latest News
Poor roads blamed on ‘half-priced funding’
CRUMBLING, cracking and pot-holed Loddon roads highlighted country Victoria being short-changed on infrastructure cash by the State Government, said the Nationals’ Ripon candidate
27 July, 2026
General News
Wind farmers rule out data connections
AT LEAST two renewable energy companies planning wind and solar farms in the Loddon Shire have ruled out co-locating...
26 July, 2026
Just Grand
MAJOR accolades have been won by Loddon Valley’s Merino studs at the...
Minister will give response
HEALTH and Ambulance Services Minister Harriet Shing will respond to...
Gardening a full-time job
WHAT began as a handful of native plants growing in a backyard has...
Politics & Council
No class Thursday - teachers strike
TEACHERS will strike tomorrow for the second time this year with confirmation some classes have been cancelled for...
22 July, 2026
Persuasive plea lost on minister
STICK to the script and hope the criticism goes away.
Fire tax fight far from over
COMMUNITIES have been urged not to give up the fight a year after the...
Finances are heart of growing rural fears
AS WE head towards the November state election, Victorians have an...
Agriculture
Norm’s clip just fleece-tastic!
NORM Weir has taken out the Victorian championship at the Australian Fleece Competition.
25 July, 2026
Ewes shuffled up line in fine finish to big section
TERRICK West Poll Merinos has been awarded the double in the March-shorn...
Loddon Shire News, Serpentine News
Tradition blends data at sheep classing day
STUD, commercial and unclassed ewes went before the eyes of Merino...
New rules on dangerous goods will come into force this month
FARMERS are being encouraged to take advantage of dedicated farm safety...
Real Estate
Bidders fail to reach Coniston reserve
A 412-ACRE Fernihurst property was passed in at auction last Thursday.
12 June, 2026
Bidding misses reserve price at ex-vineyard auction
BIDDING failed to match strong pre-sale interest when the 219-acre...
A well-presented family home
172 Sebastian Road, Bridgewater Beds 3 Bath 3 39.94 acres Agent James...
Local News
Korong Vale’s rural retreat
A CLASSIC country cottage with modern comforts. Find tranquillity in the...
Arts
Galloping along the trail
THE PREMIERE of music inspired by deep space, the opening of an art space studio, new venues, more music, and an...
22 July, 2026
Over the fence
Over the fence
Loddon Shire News, Inglewood News
Double dose: four seasons in one day
INGLEWOOD will take centre stage when the Keys of Gold Classical Music...
Berrimal, Boort News, Loddon Shire News
Best-selling author will headline fest.
NEW York Times best-selling author of crime thrillers Ella Marney will...
Feature Profiles
Putting trust in the locals
ON A freezing Monday morning, I arrived at Ergo + Mane on Main Street, Bridgewater, expecting a country hair salon....
23 July, 2026
Bill guides journey to financial health
HELLO, Loddon Shire. My name is Bill Singh, and I’m the proud owner of...
Warmth from sun heats up Solstice
BRRR!! The last three weeks or so has impacted us with the coldest...
Bridgewater News, Inglewood News
Growth Zones , More shops and Homes
BIG changes are on the horizon for key Loddon growth towns Bridgewater...
Sport
Explosion! Beating pressure
WEDDERBURN pumped through the goals in a powerhouse third term against Donald in Saturday’s North Central clash...
25 July, 2026
Hopes on heroes to bring out new spirit
BOORT coach Andrew Rutley is clinging on to his side’s slimmest of...
Promoting youngsters a sign of future faith
BOORT’S hopes of a double chance in the A Grade netball finals are...
Injuries sideline key trio
A DECIMATED Newbridge will travel to Serpentine this Saturday, with its...