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Commercial quantity of drugs found in Seymour

Drug bust in Seymour Police found a commercial quantity of methamphetamine in a vehicle in Seymour on September 15. At about 8.20 am Seymour police intercepted a vehicle on Wallis St. A search of the vehicle and occupants revealed they were in...

David Rak
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Virtual fun for the school holidays

Are you ready to log on to Mitchell Shire’s jam-packed school holiday program at the online library activity hub this September school holidays? While 2020 has been like no other year, council decided to bring the fun to each and every household...

David Rak
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Keep your eyes peeled for snakes

As the days become warmer, snakes are starting to emerge from their winter hibernation to bask in the sun and search for food and a mate. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning senior wildlife management officer, Therese Davis said that...

David Rak
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Local law changes for Strathbogie Shire

Strathbogie Shire Council last night adopted a new local law that shows how working with the community means better decisions for our municipality. A total of 66 submissions were received on council’s Draft Community Local Law No. 2, more than 20...

David Rak
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Planning for the future of Seymour

Growing Seymour as a core regional centre has been further enhanced with Mitchell Shire Council supporting initiatives that will build investment confidence and enhance the shire as a great place to live, work and visit. Council has endorsed...

David Rak
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Crazy head day a hit at Avenel

Avenel Primary School students are not letting the COVID-19 pandemic stand in the way of their fun. The Junior School Council, which is made up of 18 students from years 3 to 6, organised an online crazy head day to put a smile on the faces of...

David Rak
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CFA issues haystack warning to Victorians

As regional Victoria begins to experience spring growth of pastures and crops, the Country Fire Authority has issued a warning to farmers to exercise caution with the cutting, baling and storage of hay. CFA acting chief officer Garry Cook said crews...

Seymour Telegraph
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Last chance to win big with your footy tipping skills

The Telegraph’s footy tipping competition is in its final week and it’s bigger than ever. The prize pool has jackpotted to $500 that can be spent at one of our local participating businesses. The Telegraph wishes to thank the local businesses...

David Rak
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Nicholls business gets $1 million for defence upgrade

Mr Drum said grant applications could be made at any time through the Centre for Defence Industry Capability

Seymour Telegraph
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Concern about pruned trees in Station St

Seymour residents Peter and Vicki Chapman are concerned about trees that have been pruned in the town. The Chapmans said residents had waited patiently for the trees along Station St to grow and create shade. “Now the damage has destroyed the...

David Rak
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Proud to be recognised at Karingal Seymour

The ongoing efforts of Karingal Seymour have been recognised with a nomination in the Victorian Regional Achievement and Community Awards. With life changing dramatically for the aged care provider due to COVID-19, chief executive Elizabeth Duggin...

David Rak
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Feedback sought on future of Pyalong trees

Pyalong residents are being asked for input on three options to address concerns about the potential fire risk from pine trees at the recreation reserve.

David Rak
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Need for safety upgrades at Avenel formally recognised

A Regional Roads Victoria (RRV) assessment has confirmed safety improvements are needed at the Avenel Roadhouse intersection of the Hume Fwy,

David Rak
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Tallarook St powerline movement investigated

Mitchell Shire Council officers will prepare a report on any funding options available for underground power or moving powerlines in Tallarook St, Seymour. Cr Rhonda Sanderson moved the motion in hopes the relocation of the powerlines would avoid...

David Rak
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Future of Broadford Pine Plantation called into question

More than 1000 people have signed a petition against rezoning of land in the Broadford Pine Plantation.

David Rak
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Police urge people to report family violence despite COVID-19

Local police are reminding victims of family violence that they should not suffer in silence because of COVID-19.

David Rak
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Spoonville residents have arrived in Nagambie

Regular visitors to Nagambie Primary School may have noticed a group of flat-faced loiterers pop up during the past few weeks, seemingly out of nowhere. They’re the residents of Spoonville, and judging by local reception to their arrival near the...

David Rak
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Registered burn-offs boom as fire season looms

The CFA has praised Victorians for registering their burn-offs as thousands more have taken the opportunity to clean up their properties this winter compared to last year. Six thousand more burn-offs were registered with ESTA between the start of...

David Rak

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COVID-19 restrictions loosen from next Sunday for regional Victoria

Gatherings of up to five people will be allowed in outdoor public places while single parents and people living alone will be able to nominate a friend or family member to visit them, as part of eased restrictions.

Charmayne Allison
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$23,128 party breach in Yarrawonga

A party in Yarrawonga on the weekend turned costly when local police intervened and issued 14 $1,652 fines totalling $23,128 for COVID infringements as police patrols beef up with a focus on a 24-hour response.

Yarrawonga Chronicle
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Skipping COVID roadmap step a possibility, says premier

Regional Victorians could skip a step in the COVID roadmap if active case remain low, meaning patrons could also return to sit-down meals rather than the current takeaway and delivery options.

James Bennett
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BREAKING: 50km border bubble to start Friday

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian will visit Albury tomorrow to announce further details about the return of the 50km border zone.

Yarrawonga Chronicle