EDITOR'S PICKS

A selection of the latest Local, Regional, National & World News.

News

Healthy eating program was a hit in local schools

Did you know that only five per cent of New South Wales children are eating enough vegetables?

Southern Riverina News
National

Man charged over Sydney officer’s stabbing

A man has been charged over the stabbing of a police officer at Sydney’s Central station, and attack police described as ‘cowardly’.

AAP Newswire
Sport

Blighty beaten in Cup clash

The Deni Rovers have retained the Warner Tasker Cup after a stirring performance against rival Blighty in round two of the Picola & District League on Saturday.

Southern Riverina News
News

Gunning for vegan terrorists

SHOOTERS, Fishers and Farmers Party say the NSW Government has allowed animal rights’ terrorists to flourish by refusing to criminalise their destructive behaviour.

Riverine Herald
News

Healthy eating program was a hit in local schools

Did you know that only five per cent of New South Wales children are eating enough vegetables?

Southern Riverina News
News

Healthy eating program was a hit in local schools

Did you know that only five per cent of New South Wales children are eating enough vegetables?

Southern Riverina News
World

US says Huawei funded by China spy agency

The CIA has accused Huawei of receiving funding from three branches of China’s state security apparatus, according to a report in the Times of London.

AAP Newswire
News

Barooga forum

At least 200 people are expected to visit the region after Barooga was announced as host for the national Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Australia (SEGRA) conference in August.

Southern Riverina News
News

Powercor fined

Electricity distributor Powercor has received a hefty fine after tree branches clashed with powerlines, starting fires across regional Victoria.

Country News
Finance

National Enquirer being sold

The National Enquirer is being sold, but Financial terms were not immediately disclosed for the deal, which included two other American Media tabloids.

AAP Newswire
World

US says Huawei funded by China spy agency

The CIA has accused Huawei of receiving funding from three branches of China’s state security apparatus, according to a report in the Times of London.

AAP Newswire
News

Barooga forum

At least 200 people are expected to visit the region after Barooga was announced as host for the national Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Australia (SEGRA) conference in August.

Southern Riverina News
News

Powercor fined

Electricity distributor Powercor has received a hefty fine after tree branches clashed with powerlines, starting fires across regional Victoria.

Country News
Finance

National Enquirer being sold

The National Enquirer is being sold, but Financial terms were not immediately disclosed for the deal, which included two other American Media tabloids.

AAP Newswire

Most popular

News

Shepparton man caught travelling at 191km/h

Shepparton Highway Patrol officers nabbed a driver allegedly travelling at 191km/h in Shepparton about 11.50pm last night. The 20-year-old probationary driver was detected in an 80km/h zone on Goulburn Valley Highway. The Shepparton man had his...

Madeleine Caccianiga
News

Two years jail for terrifying knife attack and home invasion

A KNIFE-WIELDING burglar who terrified an Echuca couple during a violent home invasion will spend at least two years in jail.

Riverine Herald
Lifestyle

Surgeons had to put our little man back together

Levi was a first child for Tahlia and Leigh West and everything seemed to be going so well. Until Tahlia went into labour. Senior writer IVY JENSEN talked with the couple about the day their world turned upside down and how lucky they feel to have their little man home with them

Riverine Herald
Dairy

Withhold supply to get fair milk price, says Strathmerton dairy farmer

Dairy farmers have one bargaining chip.

Country News
News

My Kitchen Rules couple visit the Goulburn Valley

My Kitchen Rules contestants Mick and Jodie-Anne Barlow have teamed up with Ardmona orchardist Rocky Varapodio to support the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.

Madeleine Caccianiga
News

Shepparton man caught travelling at 191km/h

Shepparton Highway Patrol officers nabbed a driver allegedly travelling at 191km/h in Shepparton about 11.50pm last night. The 20-year-old probationary driver was detected in an 80km/h zone on Goulburn Valley Highway. The Shepparton man had his...

Madeleine Caccianiga
News

Avoid burning your stubble or at least be careful

Landholders are being asked to take extra care and responsibility when it comes to stubble burning, particularly during the Easter and Anzac Day periods.

Southern Riverina News
National

Shorten backs climate change ‘investments’

Labor Leader Bill Shorten has tried to change the conversation around his ambitious climate change policies, describing them as investments rather than costs.

AAP Newswire
Galleries

Collingwood stars visit the Goulburn Valley

1. Bella Woods.

Shepparton News
World

Mueller report poses dilemma for Democrats

The Mueller report is damning and shocking in parts, but was no death blow to Donald Trump - and that mixed message threatens to split Democrats.

AAP Newswire
News

Dairy woman is finalist

A Western District farmer is among the top contendors in a competition testing the results of topping up trace minerals in cattle and sheep. Animal health company Virbac Australia says over the past 12 months, seven livestock producers have been...

Dairy News

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Local

News

Healthy eating program was a hit in local schools

Did you know that only five per cent of New South Wales children are eating enough vegetables?

Southern Riverina News
News

Barooga forum

At least 200 people are expected to visit the region after Barooga was announced as host for the national Sustainable Economic Growth for Regional Australia (SEGRA) conference in August.

Southern Riverina News
Sport

Blighty beaten in Cup clash

The Deni Rovers have retained the Warner Tasker Cup after a stirring performance against rival Blighty in round two of the Picola & District League on Saturday.

Southern Riverina News
News

Avoid burning your stubble or at least be careful

Landholders are being asked to take extra care and responsibility when it comes to stubble burning, particularly during the Easter and Anzac Day periods.

Southern Riverina News
News

New $6m facility

Finley is expected to get a new water treatment facility, conservatively estimated at more than $6 million, thanks to the promise of $4 million from the NSW Government.

Southern Riverina News
Sport

Young Cats stand tall

The exuberance of youth is a tough metric to measure — and one that can produce inconsistent results at times.

Southern Riverina News
News

Easter fever hits Southern Riverina

Easter fever hit schools in the Southern Riverina just in time for the school holidays with students showing off their colourful and creative Easter bonnets.

Southern Riverina News
Sport

Berrigan’s on the board

Berrigan A grade are on the board in 2019 with an impressive five goal upset win over last year’s preliminary finalist Waaia in round two of the Picola & District League on Saturday.

Southern Riverina News
News

Farmers infuriated with deputy

Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack has infuriated Southern Riverina farmers with comments about a water rally in Albury.

Southern Riverina News
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EVENTS
Events

Euroa Village Farmers Market

Come along & support the Euroa Village Farmers’ Market, proudly presented by the Rotary Club with the support of the Strathbogie Shire Council & the State Government of Victoria. Proudly accredited with the Victorian Farmers Markets...

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Simone Dunne
Events

Yarck Country Market

The Yarck Country Market takes place at the Yarck Hall on the third Saturday of every month, from 9:00am to 1:30pm. The market helps to fund the hall maintenance and provides an outlet for local produce, jams, craft, plants and drinks including...

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Simone Dunne
Events

Tocumwal Foreshore Market

Tocumwal Foreshore Markets Yes, we have grown a little since the Tocumwal Foreshore Market began in 1978 with Lynne and Chris George at the helm and today we are very pleased and thank them for having the inspiration and vision to start this great...

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Simone Dunne
Events

Flowerdale Community Market

The Flowerdale Community Market is held on the third Sunday of every month from 9:00am to 1:00pm. The Market is located at the Flowerdale Hall at 3380 Whittlesea-Yea Road, Flowerdale, Victoria. You can enjoy a delicious devonshire tea or some hot...

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Simone Dunne
News

Shire awards presentation

Months of hard work and planning culminate tonight at the Berrigan Shire Business Awards presentation dinner being held at the Cobram Barooga Golf Club.

Southern Riverina News
Sport

Rennie forward ravages Bloods

Star Rennie forward Chase Strawhorn reminded punters why he is one of the Picola & District League’s best goal-kickers with a 13 goal bag against Tocumwal on Saturday.

Southern Riverina News

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Regional

News

Shepparton man caught travelling at 191km/h

Shepparton Highway Patrol officers nabbed a driver allegedly travelling at 191km/h in Shepparton about 11.50pm last night. The 20-year-old probationary driver was detected in an 80km/h zone on Goulburn Valley Highway. The Shepparton man had his...

Madeleine Caccianiga
News

New funding for cultural rescue

THE National Library of Australia has announced the 2018 community heritage grants program which is providing grants of up to $15,000 to assist in the preservation of cultural heritage collections of national significance.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Sheds and more

Best Leisure Industries on Irwin Rd is continuing to expand its Best Lifestyle Units business alongside its manufacturing and construction of sheds, carports and bars.

Benalla Ensign
News

Gunning for vegan terrorists

SHOOTERS, Fishers and Farmers Party say the NSW Government has allowed animal rights’ terrorists to flourish by refusing to criminalise their destructive behaviour.

Riverine Herald
News

Quality fish caught locally

Fantastic to see so many anglers getting out and about over the past couple of weeks and also the quality of fish being caught.

Deniliquin Pastoral Times
News

Deputy challenged to get Prime Minister to visit region

Berrigan Shire Mayor Matt Hannan has challenged Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack to get Prime Minister Scott Morrison to visit the local area.

Cobram Courier
News

Recycling efforts rate Strathbogie second in state

Strathbogie Shire is strides ahead in the recycling game.

Seymour Telegraph
News

Glide into Strathallan says group

THE Echuca Kanyapella Landcare Group is encouraging people in the twin towns to make a trip to visit the Strathallan Glider Sanctuary after a recent tour there.

Campaspe News
News

Come and see Authors Up Close and personal

ON SATURDAY, April 27, Heathcote’s Palling Bros Brewery and Mudwood Studio in conjunction with Northern Books, will host Authors Up Close.

McIvor Times
News

Young and old learn about bats

Nearly 200 locals have flocked to Tatura’s Cussen Park to learn about bats.

Tatura Guardian
News

West Corurgan celebrates 50 years

The West Corurgan private irrigation scheme celebrated its 50th anniversary at their original pumps sight in Corowa on Friday. Close to a hundred people gathered at the original sight for a luncheon, and to hear board members of past and present...

Yarrawonga Chronicle
News

Corowa-Wahgunyah Good Friday Appeal receives massive boost

The 2019 Good Friday Appeal tally for Corowa-Wahgunyah has received a massive boost thanks to the generosity of local farmers and stock agents, with close to $13,000 being raised through a sheep drive at the Corowa saleyards on Monday. Steve...

Corowa Free Press
Sport

FFA Cup: Casey Comets v GV Suns preview

Four Goulburn Valley Suns youngsters could be in line for some action when the Orangemen begin their FFA Cup tonight.

Alex Mitchell

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Rural

News

Powercor fined

Electricity distributor Powercor has received a hefty fine after tree branches clashed with powerlines, starting fires across regional Victoria.

Country News
Water

Water for Campaspe

Up to 900Ml of environmental water will be sent down the Campaspe River across six days this month, and then up to 40Ml a day until winter.

Country News
Animal Health

Proof how critical calf care is

Half of a cow’s lifetime height and growth is achieved in the first six months of its life, according to a visiting American calf-rearing specialist. David Kuehnel was raised on a family farm in Wisconsin, which reared 1200 specially-fed veal...

Dairy News
News

Dairy woman is finalist

A Western District farmer is among the top contendors in a competition testing the results of topping up trace minerals in cattle and sheep. Animal health company Virbac Australia says over the past 12 months, seven livestock producers have been...

Dairy News
Livestock

Calls for input to reference group

DataGene is on the lookout for dairy farmers who keep meticulous records to join Ginfo, the industry’s national reference group for genetic information.

Country News
Markets

The rise of dairy alternative drinks in Australian supermarkets

Australians love dairy products and consume more dairy per capita than most other developed countries. In 2018 Australians drank close to 102 litres of milk per person with a proportion accounted for in coffees. More recently there has been an...

Sofia Omstedt
News

Government focus on farm productivity

The Federal Government is investing $5.93million in new research, extension and adoption to boost farm productivity through well managed dams and shelterbelts. The project will also measure the biodiversity benefits of farm dams and shelterbelts.

Country News
Horticulture

Horticulture code changes in place, despite grower opposition

Changes to the Horticulture Code officially came into effect on Monday, despite widespread opposition from the industry.

Country News
News

Drone sensor trial measuring nutrients in pasture

Imagine using a drone to fly over a couple of hundred hectares of pasture and within hours all the information about its biomass and nutrient levels are on your phone or computer. Sounds a bit too good to be true? Well, welcome to the future of...

Dairy News
News

Paddlers pick up river trash

A special clean-up team hit the Goulburn River on April 7 hoping to reinvigorate the waterways and native surrounds.

Ashlea Witoslawski
Machinery & Products

For sale: wear and tear on patience

Buying things is easy, most of the time. Not as easy as it should be, of course. I for one have had far too many experiences along the lines of “Sorry mate, is me coming here to spend my money at your establishment an inconvenience to you?” In...

John Droppert
Management

Spot on with grazing management

Jan Giliam focuses on grazing management and benchmarks profit by how much of that home-grown pasture feeds his milking herd. To do that, he relies on an annual rainfall of about 1000 mm to produce grass and 2000 wrapped bales of pasture silage. He...

Jeanette Severs
Water

Go fishing for cash

The angler who bags the biggest overall Murray cod at the GoFish Nagambie competition will come away with $80000 in cash.

Tara Whitsed
Cropping

Herbicide resistance link

Graham Centre for Agricultural Innovation research has shown a link between cropping practices and the evolution of herbicide resistance in the weed annual rye-grass, highlighting the need to rotate chemical and non-chemical weed control.

Country News
From the Experts

Summer heat advice

PROVIDING LIVESTOCK with shade and water during extreme heat is ‘‘paramount’’ according to an owner of a northern Victorian veterinary practice. Keith Fletcher, of Rochester Veterinary Practice, provided some tips on the best way to handle...

Dairy News
News

Deputy PM faces challenge

Michael McCormack slid into the deputy prime ministership in the slipstream of Barnaby Joyce’s lurid soap opera.

Country News

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National & World

National

Man charged over Sydney officer’s stabbing

A man has been charged over the stabbing of a police officer at Sydney’s Central station, and attack police described as ‘cowardly’.

AAP Newswire
Finance

National Enquirer being sold

The National Enquirer is being sold, but Financial terms were not immediately disclosed for the deal, which included two other American Media tabloids.

AAP Newswire
World

US says Huawei funded by China spy agency

The CIA has accused Huawei of receiving funding from three branches of China’s state security apparatus, according to a report in the Times of London.

AAP Newswire
World

Mueller report poses dilemma for Democrats

The Mueller report is damning and shocking in parts, but was no death blow to Donald Trump - and that mixed message threatens to split Democrats.

AAP Newswire
Horse Racing

Fall costs Kayla Crowther 15 meeting ban

Apprentice Kayla Crowther along with senior jockeys Dwayne Dunn and John Allen have been suspended for careless riding at Caulfield.

AAP Newswire
AFL

Fremantle’s Nat Fyfe brilliant on return

Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe took charge against GWS in the final quarter when the game was in the balance, leading his side to second spot on the AFL ladder.

AAP Newswire
National

Shorten backs climate change ‘investments’

Labor Leader Bill Shorten has tried to change the conversation around his ambitious climate change policies, describing them as investments rather than costs.

AAP Newswire
Entertainment

Robert De Niro lays into ‘loser’ Trump

Actor Robert De Niro, whom Donald Trump calls ‘a very low IQ individual’, has unleashed on Trump again, calling him a wannabe gangster and a loser.

AAP Newswire
National

We’re transparent on water purchases: PM

Prime Minister Scott Morrison insists there has been plenty of transparency over $80 million of water purchases under the Murray-Darling basin plan.

AAP Newswire