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Pies’ stellar win
AFTER drawing the short straw earlier in the season against Charlton, Boort got a measure of compensation with a 190-point win over the Navy Blues last Saturday.
15 August, 2026
General News
SPILLING OVER
RAIN forecasts lacked precision to manage river flows, Goulburn Murray...
The secret’s out! New brochure lifts Loddon lid
A NEW tourist guide unveiling the secrets of Loddon will be launched today.
George hailed a great volunteer
GEORGE Filev has been praised for embracing and championing the Country...
Politics & Council
Fully gawn! Allan quits Parliament
Jacinta Allan will not contest November's state election, the former premier this morning announcing her retirement...
14 August, 2026
Early eight on One Nation ticket but country seat wait continues
RURAL and regional electorates could be waiting another month before One...
Reshuffle reset calls on key rural gripes
WEEK-OLD Premier Ben Carroll and his new ministers are facing calls to...
Local News
Local farmer cops two fines
DINGWALL farmer Colin Fenton has this morning received two fines for...
Agriculture
Linking producers with tourists
TRAVELLING across Loddon Shire continues to surprise me. Every business owner I meet opens another window into the...
13 August, 2026
Derby Downs Poll Dorset Stud’s Lachie Bailey.
Derby Downs Poll Dorset Stud’s Lachie Bailey was among the blue ribbons...
‘Off year’ harvest will meet 2027 sales plan
AN “off year” harvest has seen Cobram Estate Olives mill more than...
Sheep and Lambs
BENDIGO Livestock Exchange yarded increased numbers on Monday, with 5500...
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
Over the Fence
BRADLEY of Boort has kept things clean this week with his Tremendous Sign. Probably inspired by the heavy frosts...
2 August, 2026
Finer notes ring out classical tunes
CLASSICAL music enthusiasts were warmed by performances in two historic...
Galloping along the trail
THE PREMIERE of music inspired by deep space, the opening of an art...
Over the fence
Over the fence
Feature Profiles
Braden in US fire team
TWO-DECADE forest firefighter Braden Pearce has been sent to the United States to assist in the battle to contain...
12 August, 2026
Joy of packing a parachute
MY WIFE and I own an old parachute which has been used for decades to...
Putting trust in the locals
ON A freezing Monday morning, I arrived at Ergo + Mane on Main Street,...
Bill guides journey to financial health
HELLO, Loddon Shire. My name is Bill Singh, and I’m the proud owner of...
Sport
Trio back triumphant
SELECTION night told the tale of the Inglewood versus Newbridge clash, with the Blues able to bring in a host of key...
14 August, 2026
UPDATED Bye bye Panthers - AFL grants switch
DEFENDING four-time Loddon Valley premiers Marong will leave the league...
North Central Hockey
North Central Hockey
ADDLEMS IN ARMS
THREE generations answered the call to help Bears Lagoon Serpentine...