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THE TIPS: Results after Round 1 and looking ahead
How our tips are going so far.
18 April, 2026
Sport
JUNIOR FOOTY: Sharp style showcased in first game of the season
From the opening bounce, the Saints looked sharp, controlling possession and setting up play across the ground.
17 April, 2026
FOOTY: Systems make big difference
The brief bright spot for Charlton came after St Arnaud set up victory...
Local News
This weekend's team selections in North Central football
Who's in and out
Cold start at Country Club for golf season beginning
Recent improvements include much needed drainage, new steps and bridge...
Community
Support our fire brigade at Rotary BBQ
The event will be held from 10.30am on Saturday morning outside the St Arnaud Town Hall.
17 April, 2026
Support more safe housing for violence survivors at movie fundraiser
From 2pm on Sunday, the cinema will show Midwinter Break, which follows...
Tensions tip over: Bealiba won't lose transfer station without fight
“You want to go back to bare basics? This service is a basic need for...
GALLERY: Breakout season for brigade
After success in Donald at the demonstations in late February, Beazley’s...
Business & Rural
WOOL REPORT: two successful weeks
On the opening day the market was immediately on the rise.
13 April, 2026
Managing pests and weeds in new farm fodder
To minimise the risk of these weeds and pests establishing across your...
Sustainability at centre of new water strategy
The strategy will cover the western third of Victoria, extending from...
Learn your land rights from legal experts
With growing worry around the region, the St Arnaud branch of the...
Council & Politics
Armstrong promises fight for fair
“The Nationals are the only party that is solely dedicated to fighting for regional Victorians. We have a plan that...
15 April, 2026
New app to report fuel shortages
The website allows Australians to quickly log fuel shortages at their...
Nats open preselection for three crucial state election seats
Preselection delegates voted for foprmer Burwood MP Graham Watt to fill...
Council heckled in energy project debate
Community members attended the council’s ordinary meeting last week to...
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
Balancing today and tomorrow
"In a rural shire, decisions often carry weight beyond the present moment."
14 April, 2026
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: of the people, for the people?
Here's some perspectives for you. Want to write a letter? Email us at...
Fighting for fair share
"And if elected, we will repeal Labor’s new laws allowing the...
Consider decisions very carefully
"Obviously, it depends on a lot on the question and the possible...