Latest News
Golden spuds warm winter
FOUR of the world’s most famous gold nuggets - all found within a quick drive from Inglewood - have inspired a winter menu at a local cafe.
16 July, 2026
General News
‘Think about it again’ message to minister
HEALTH and Ambulance Services Minister Harriett Shing has been asked to reconsider the State Government’s decision to...
15 July, 2026
LAZY POLICY JIBE
THE call has been made for a return to sensible water and agricultural...
Local News
From Betoota to Birdsville ... on the postie bike with Owen
Owen Rule reports on Day 9 of Carter's Legacy Ride from Boort to outback...
Wind farm ‘sweeteners’ ahead of 164 turbines
NEIGHBOUR incentives, energy benefits and a community fund are on the...
Politics & Council
Finances are heart of growing rural fears
AS WE head towards the November state election, Victorians have an important choice.
14 July, 2026
Local News
Coalition commits $5 billion to fix country roads
THE Coalition today has announced it will create a $5 billion fund to be...
Growing pains and visionary hopes
THE tail end of the 20th century was not exactly kind to smaller towns...
Libs enter campaign
A SKIPTON farmer has been unveiled as the Liberal Party candidate in the...
Agriculture
Low allocation to start the next irrigation season
A THREE per cent high-reliability water share will open the Loddon system’s 2026-2027 determination.
15 July, 2026
Inglewood News, Wedderburn Junction News, Loddon Shire News
The warriors tackle weeds on the mount
WEEDS have been removed and wheel cactus stabbed at Mount Korong over...
Sheep and Lamb
BENDIGO Livestock Exchange recorded one of its smallest yardings in...
VFF asks: What’s the action from Basin report?
MURRAY Darling Basin Authority must now reveal what it intended to...
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
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...
Inclusion in art
THE IDAHOBIT Tiny Art Show encourages all people, not just artists, to...
Feature Profiles
Bill guides journey to financial health
HELLO, Loddon Shire. My name is Bill Singh, and I’m the proud owner of Calibrated Accounting and Taxation Services,...
9 July, 2026
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...
Arnold News, Loddon Shire News
Right royal makeover
CARMEN Scull is longing for the day she can walk through her new food...
Sport
’Gower sticks with same wicket
AFTER flirting with a move to the Emu Valley Cricket Association, Kingower members have voted overwhelmingly to...
15 July, 2026
Cleo attracts eye of state selectors
YOUNG Boort hockey star Cleo Velleley has been asked to try out for the...
Painful points pile pressure
WITH percentage likely to play a part in deciding who plays finals this...
The Oracle
ONCE again, round 13 games will test the tipsters, as quite a few...