Latest News
CWA raises $3300 for bushfire relief appeal
A FUNDRAISER for Harcourt bushfire relief held at one of the region’s finest stately homes, Nimmitabel in Inglewood, has raised about $3300.
8 April, 2026
General News
Better than gold, Holts go platinum
FAYE and Edwin Holt were surrounded by seven of their great-grandchildren on Tuesday to celebrate 70 years of marriage.
7 April, 2026
Playing eggs and crosses: traditions of Easter
ST MARY’S students have embraced the traditional and favourite sides of...
Carnival thriving on great traditions
AN ARMY of volunteers is ready to welcome thousands of people to Rheola...
Local News
Gallipoli bound: East Loddon students on exchange to Turkey
A GROUP of nine East Loddon P12 College students flew out of Australia...
Politics & Council
High-profile pair confirm seat tilt for Nationals
FARMER leader Brett Hosking and Loddon Mayor Dan Straub will face off for Nationals’ preselection in Murray Plains.
7 April, 2026
Local News
Broad concerns over ‘rural drug devastation’
THE State Government must urgently act to reduce the devastation caused...
Local News
Shire has ‘benefit ready’ renewable project strategy
NINE regional councils want to maximise benefits and minimise community...
Local News
Students stay home as teachers strike
CLASSES were cancelled at many Loddon schools on Tuesday as dozens of...
Agriculture
Milgate only nomination for VFF post
Victorian Farmers' Federation set for new leadership with ooutgoing president Brett Hosking linked to a tilt at state...
1 April, 2026
Local News
New Europe trade deal 'bad news for farmers'
FARMERS fear they have been sold out and will be the big losers in a...
Local News
Basin voices talk plan improvements
MURRAY River Group of Councils joined around 200 leaders from across the...
Local News
$1000 fines on animal cruelty counts
TWO Loddon 62-year-olds have been convicted on an animal cruelty charge.
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
History buffs seeking local insights
VOLUNTEERS from the Charlton Golden Grains Museum spent a day in Wedderburn last week experiencing local history.
31 March, 2026
Women will meet and raise voice of relief
COUNTRY Women’s Association members from Melbourne will join their rural...
Show of stature attracts strong Hill following
INCREASED prizemoney had catapulted Pyramid Hill’s Major’s Vision’s Art...
Deb goes solo with first exhibition at her old home town gallery
FORMER Wedderburn resident Deb Bradley has launched her first solo art...
Feature Profiles
Relaxed nights bring praise
NEW data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has again highlighted the serious impact of mental health...
30 March, 2026
Local News
Local Knowledge Making a Difference: Gabby is the Talk of the Town, Green Pesty’s Loddon Mallee Technician
AS THE weather warms across the Loddon Mallee, many locals are starting...
Local News
SUMMER READING - JOURNEY OF GROWTH
Loddon’s three 2025 leadership program graduates reflect on their year...
Local News
SUMMER READING Bouts and battles
Sporting times on the goldfields
Sport
Umpires’ chief wants more women in ranks to fill number void
THE BENDIGO Umpires Association is targeting retired footballers and women to take on umpiring roles this season, as...
6 April, 2026
Local News
Entries have rinks at capacity
WEDDERBURN’S 102nd annual Easter Bowls Tournament has attracted a full...
Local News
Late line call on tournament
ORGANISERS of Boort’s annual Easter tennis tournament are uncertain of...
Club veteran presented with region’s top monthly award
BEV Taig has been presented with the Bendigo Playing Area’s bowler of...