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Saleyard roof ‘a winner’
CONTINUED investment to have Bendigo Livestock Exchange facility equal to other Victorian saleyards was vital for the future of Loddon primary producers, said Mayor Dan Straub.
12 May, 2026
General News
Another cost in tough times, says Ray
BRIDGEWATER resident Ray Simons says the introduction of a dedicated glass bin, often referred to as the “purple...
11 May, 2026
Loddon Shire News, Inglewood News, Bridgewater News
FOUR BIN DUMP
PRESSURE is on the State Government to get the rules right before Loddon...
Planes take flight path to mapping region’s new generation data
LIGHT aircraft equipped with electromagnetic instruments will take to...
Water the vital ingredient in food production: McGavin
UNITED States fertiliser prices had been locked in at 2025 rates by...
Politics & Council
Local News
Halt to VNI West under new Nationals' policy
CONTROVERSIAL renewable energy transmission line project VNI West will...
Local News
It's official: Hosking gets Nationals' nod
BRETT Hosking tonight received the overwhelming vote of Nationals...
Reactive message fails a key test
BEFORE Mr Albanese was elected Prime Minister, The Nationals warned it...
Agriculture
Supply stop: gun maintenance vital
MAINTENANCE of cactus stabbing guns has become more vital since the import halt of favoured weapon of weed warriors.
29 April, 2026
State can be strongest: MP
VICTRORIA would have the nartion’s strongest farmland protections under...
Pillars of protection: VFF plan to safeguard farms
A 20-point plan that demands all major parties commit to the strongest...
Biosecurity doubt despite VicGrid’s staff training
LANDOWNERS on the route of the controversial VNI West renewable energy...
Real Estate
Bidding misses reserve price at ex-vineyard auction
BIDDING failed to match strong pre-sale interest when the 219-acre former Turners Crossing vineyard went under the...
1 December, 2025
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...
Local News
Long-held three look for owners
WEEKS after a Loddon farm sold for the first time in 150 years at a...
Arts
Trail looks to sky with program hint
LODDON Valley Arts Trail is plotting big surprises for this year’s festival in October.
23 April, 2026
ANNE Grogan has taken out top prize in the inaugural Boortanica Art Awards
ANNE Grogan has taken out top prize in the inaugural Boortanica Art Awards
CWA raises $3300 for bushfire relief appeal
A FUNDRAISER for Harcourt bushfire relief held at one of the region’s...
Wedderburn News, Inglewood News
History buffs seeking local insights
VOLUNTEERS from the Charlton Golden Grains Museum spent a day in...
Feature Profiles
On that fateful day 111 years ago, Australian and New Zealand soldiers sailed across the Dardanelles and landed at Gallipoli.
On that fateful day 111 years ago, Australian and New Zealand soldiers sailed across the Dardanelles and landed at...
8 May, 2026
LOOKING BACK AT 2021
LOOKING BACK AT 2021
Over The Fence
Over the fence
Names a sign of true gratitude
DOTTED on war memorials and honour boards in our local communities are...
Sport
Maroons on top in Riverside see-saw battle
NEWBRIDGE came from behind for a thrilling three-goal win over a brave Calivil team in Loddon Valley A Grade netball...
9 May, 2026
Loddon Shire News, Newbridge News, Bridgewater News
Draft night for river rivals
NEWBRIDGE coach Jayden Cordy reckons he will let his newest recruit...
Pep in step Blues to roll
INGLEWOOD has put the horror draw behind it with the seal cracking win...
Shay shines as stocks rise
INGLEWOOD returned to its winning ways with a comprehensive victory over...