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Heat hits harness fields
ut the pared-back program still produced competitive racing. Crime Writer claimed the Loddon Shire Wedderburn Pacing Cup, securing his third cup victory in the past 12 months.
31 January, 2026
Sport
GALLERY: Tournament heats up for century
A strong field of 182 players took to the renowned grass courts—an impressive 15 per cent increase on last year...
30 January, 2026
Champion pair: lawn bowls winners etched into history
The final came down to Esmore and Lynch in a high-quality contest, both...
Teams hit the road for play return
LAST week’s North Central midweek pennant bowls match saw St Arnaud...
GALLERY: photos from Country Week cricket
Jason Smith caught the cricketers in action.
Community
Young Logan farmer rewarded in Loddon
A senior player with Wedderburn Redbacks, Oscar said volunteering was an important part of country life.
30 January, 2026
‘Reliable, humble’ couple Citizens of Year
The tireless volunteers accepted their awards at Australia Day events in...
Winners from the surrounding districts: Wycheproof, Birchip and Donald
Check out a few more winners on Australia Day.
St Arnaud RSL moves with the times
Have you spotted the new piece of tech yet?
Business & Rural
McCoys transforming ‘marginal country’
Together with his wife, Stacey, children, Leah and Evan, and farm workers, Tony Soulsby and Adam Roden, Dale farms...
30 January, 2026
One stop shop at Raillery Hub
DID YOU know that after you’ve spent the afternoon immersed in art, you...
VFF works to support fire affected farmers
VFF President Brett Hosking said work is underway to get fodder to...
WOOL REPORT: Back at it after Christmas break
Many industry observers were predicting a dearer market, based on...
Council & Politics
Local voice will still be strong: MP
MALLEE’S voice will be heard strongly in Canberra despite the National Party walking out of its coalition with the...
29 January, 2026
Pool to close earlier to make way for next stage of redevelopment
The pool will close for the 2025/26 summer period at close of business...
Staff shortages causing Buloke pool closures
With many travelling or working over harvest at that time, this caused a...
Staley makes Upper House tilt
Ms Staley will contest Liberal pre-selection for the second spot on its...
Arts
Big weekend of creativity on way for Charlton
This event will showcase the incredible creativity within the region, from breathtaking landscapes to the striking...
10 October, 2025
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
St Patrick's puts on school musical with a twist
Consider Yourself lucky if you managed to get a seat to see the young...
Opinion & Perspectives
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: great service from St Arnaud business and health service issues
Here's what you thought about this week.
26 January, 2026
Fires a reminder to plan ahead and look out for your neighbours
Firefighters faced intense heat, strong winds and inaccessible terrain,...
Busy and ‘heartbreaking’ month for residents in the regions
December ended with emergency services being called to two suspicious...
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: thoughts on Australia Day and scrap the tax
Here's some thoughts from people in our regions.