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Rushworth Fire Brigade awards
A combined service of over 200 years of service was acknowledged on Sunday 13 October at Rushworth CFA.
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Metals exploration active around Rushworth
In the bush around Rushworth, a very twenty-first century activity is underway on nineteenth century gold fields.
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Greens candidate Zoe Cook announces candidacy for Campaspe Shire Council
Lockington resident Zoe Cook has launched her campaign to represent the newly unsubdivided Campaspe Shire in the upcoming local election this October, citing climate action and cost of living key issues facing local government in the future. Celebrating the beginning of her fourth year living in the shire at her
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A Big Day and a Big Result!
The final tally is not yet in for the tenth annual Shearing for Kids with Cancer event, but organisers are confident that the grand total will break the previous record of $66,000!
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Harriman Point works completed
Waranga Basin’s Harriman Point has reopened following the completion of boat ramp repairs. The recreation area was closed in early May due to erosion occurring along the side of the high-level boat ramp. GMW Storage Operations Manager South Paul Beard said the repairs went smoothly. “We needed water levels
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Library upgrade a big success
With its modern facilities and pleasant reading spaces the refurbished Rushworth library promises to become a popular community hub, attracting new registrations and significantly increasing book loans. Already the new facility has welcomed 53 new members and seen a 25% increase in loans. In addition to the upgraded surroundings, the
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Exploring the beginning of irrigation in the Goulburn Valley
At the recent meeting of the Murchison Historical Society John Dainton from Shepparton was guest speaker. He has conducted wide-ranging research and has compiled a wealth of information about the beginning of irrigation that started in Murchison and has developed to the extensive system that we see today, throughout Victoria
Waranga News Editor awarded Order of Australia Medal
Our own Dr Mary Jo Fortuna of Rushworth has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal in the latest Queen’s Birthday honours list.
