Pathfinder Angus’ border exemptions denied
A GAZETTE farmer has been left frustrated after the South Australian border closure has left him unable to visit some of his farming properties.
Jodie Ewing – one of the lucky ones
PENSHURST’S Jodie Ewing counts herself as one of the lucky ones after battling and overcoming breast cancer in 2007.
“POWER GRAB” ACCUSATIONS
PREMIER, Daniel Andrews has been accused of a “power grab” after announcing this week he would seek to alter legislation to allow the current state of emergency to be extended for up to 12 months.
Passion for animals turns into full-time job
FEEDING five metre crocodiles, handling snakes, caring for koalas, and hosting weekly wildlife segments to over 20,000 people globally are some of the career highlights of local, Nick Petropoulos.
REGION’S CASES DROP
VICTORIA has recorded its lowest daily increase in COVID-19 cases in almost two months, with 116 new infections reported on Monday.
Extended testing wait times expected
THE freedom of having a licence is something most people take for granted, but many are now being forced to endure extended testing wait times due to coronavirus.
Cub up for Cobber Challenge
A SOUTH-WEST kelpie will be put to the test next month, as she competes to be named Australia’s best working dog.
Airbnb takes off in the Western District
REGIONAL towns are slowly welcoming an increased number of short-term rentals and overnight stays through popular site, Airbnb.
“BIG BUCKS” NEEDED
THE Woolsthorpe-Heywood Road has once again come under scrutiny as locals take to social media to display their outrage over the road’s lack of upgrades.
No time wasted with Baimbridge upgrades
BAIMBRIDGE College has moved quickly to start planning for its upcoming $8.3 million upgrade, with school staff and students meeting with architects to discuss designs this week.
Newfound passion the perfect outlet
IN just nine months, 25-year-old Hamilton man, Jack Claridge has experienced more in life than most people, but as opportunities arose, he grabbed them with both hands and marched on.
Community mind to head Coleraine police
BUILDING a strong connection with the local community will be the first priority for Coleraine’s newest police officer, Shaun McCulloch.