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Rates coming with waste bill up 17%
The council said the jump will cover an increase in kerbside bin collection costs, including fuel, labour and equipment expenses.
5 August, 2026
Sport
Hard task for Navies as they try to tame Lions
This week, Charlton’s Under 17A attackers worked well under strong defensive pressure, moving the ball down the court...
4 August, 2026
Ladies win across courses
St Arnaud came second to Donald in the scratch and third in the handicap...
Chill in the air as pool brings interesting twist
The confident and cocky combatants of the Country Club Two side awaited...
Each win a sure thing
IT IS said that only two things in life are guaranteed, death and taxes....
Community
IN BRIEF: Farewell to a CEO and teachers take action
A few bits of news we didn't want you to miss.
Probus welcomes new members before big milestone
October will mark 50 years of the club, which the group is gearing up to...
GALLERY: Community and Christmas cheer at dinner
The St Arnaud Community Kitchen did what it did best and brought warmth...
Business & Rural
WOOL REPORT: losses across market board
Fremantle returned to the roster, pushing the national total up to 31,751 bales, this was 10,521 more than the...
4 August, 2026
Changes to prepare for season
Changes might include, upgrading your water supply, installing a stock...
Grand prize goes home to Gre Gre North
OAKBANK Merino Stud has claimed the grand champion August-short...
Fleece a cut above rest
The Dunluce farmer and member of the Loddon Valley Merino Stud Breeders’...
Council & Politics
Flood works a win for Charlton, Donald communities
At its recent July meeting, Buloke Shire councillors voted to adopt Planning Scheme Amendment C47blok and submit it...
3 August, 2026
Council asks for funding for Wyche netball court improvements
The current existing netball court has concrete joins on the playing...
Local groups to take over aged care services
Northern Grampians Shire Council will advocate for aged care services in...
Council keeps cricket pitches safe all year 'round
“Council understands that incidents such as this raise understandable...
Arts
GALLERY: Town benefits better than OK
OK MOTELS is Win Scott’s favourite weekend because she feels it fills the town with “really positive vibes”. But...
1 March, 2026
Big weekend of creativity on way for Charlton
This event will showcase the incredible creativity within the region,...
Welcome to the new space for creatives and community
The space will open on October 2 at an event starting at 10am at 9a High...
Weekend watch: what's on at the local cinemas?
Here's a sneak peak of what you can watch this weekend
Opinion & Perspectives
Celebrating those giving their all for their communities
I’ve been privileged to chair a few AGMs for small halls in our shire and at each event there is always a dedicated...
2 August, 2026
More for Mallee farmers to fight
“For years, Mallee communities have raised concerns about transmission...
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Shopping local and supply issues
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