Corowa News

Road closures due to flooding

Due to heavy rainfall and resulting flood waters, roads across the region are closed with motorists and residents urged to take care in this treacherous weather. More than 50 mm has fell in the last 24 hours with more rain forecasted. Motorists...

Corowa Free Press

13 Dec 2018

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First grants for 2018/19

Round One of Federation Council Community Grants for 2018/19 has been decided, with $30,200 being shared by 13 organisations, as unanimously agreed to by councillors at their monthly meeting on November 20. Five Corowa-based organisations will each...

Corowa Free Press

13 Dec 2018

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Council makes Lake Urana pledge

Federation Council re-visted plans to upgrade the Lake Urana precinct at its November monthly meeting, after original plans were swept under the carpet following the merger of the Urana and Corowa shires. With no current public access to the lake...

Corowa Free Press

13 Dec 2018

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Council makes Lake Urana pledge

Corowa Free Press

13 Dec 2018

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Local schools reap rewards

Ten Federation Council schools will share in over $1 million spread across the Albury electorate. The NSW Liberals and Nationals Government will invest an additional $100 million on school maintenance this year, bringing the total investment to an...

Corowa Free Press

13 Dec 2018

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Tilley edges out Hawkins for Benambra seat

Liberal Party member Bill Tilley has survived a drop in popularity to retain the seat of Benambra for a fourth consecutive term. Tilley (21,731 votes/52.45 per cent) held on by just over 2,000 votes from Independent Jacqui Hawkins (19,702/47.55) –...

Jarryd Barca

13 Dec 2018

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John’s eloquent speech to Parliament

Recent Corowa High School graduate John Schnelle has added to his exceptional bag of accolades after taking out second place in the national ‘My First Speech’ Competition. My First Speech, a yearly competition for students around the country in...

Jarryd Barca

13 Dec 2018

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Respect the river

By Jarryd Barca In the 38 years that Corowa local Peter Wright has worked with the Volunteer Rescue Association (VRA), he has seen in excess of 50 drownings. “It’s 50 too many,” he told The Free Press downheartedly. But it’s a stern message...

Jarryd Barca

13 Dec 2018

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Morris Wines named best fortified producer

Award-winning Australian winery Morris Wines, renowned for producing world-class fortified wines and full flavoured dry red wines, has been recognised by the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) as 2018 Fortified Producer of...

Corowa Free Press

12 Dec 2018

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Council’s drought actions

Information in support of a Natural Disaster Declaration regarding drought and frost in the Federation Council area has been prepared and sent to relevant politicians and government departments by council staff. It follows council’s unanimous...

Robert Muir

12 Dec 2018

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Big day to support family

The Bundalong community will band together this Saturday to raise money for the Kilmister and Gwynne families in what is planning to be a massive day of auctions, raffles, family fun and entertainment. The organising committee including members of...

Corowa Free Press

11 Dec 2018

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Join the market BBQ

Burgers with the lot, egg and bacon sandwiches and ‘snags’ in bread are some of the menu items which have been cooked by the Corowa Girl Guides and Corowa Hockey Club at monthly Federation markets for some years. Funds raised by both...

Corowa Free Press

07 Dec 2018

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White Ribbon Day a success

Around 30 locals attended the White Ribbon Day morning tea held at Corowa TAFE on Friday, November 23. White Ribbon Day each year serves as an opportunity to stand up and speak out to end violence, by operating with, and alongside, many other...

Corowa Free Press

07 Dec 2018

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‘Lights up’ in Rutherglen

The Christmas spirit displayed in Rutherglen in the form of wooden trees, stars and other decorations along Main Street has been appreciated by the locals, according to Christmas Decorations Committee member Deb Stefanides. The decorations went up...

Jarryd Barca

07 Dec 2018

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Christmas Line Dance Social

River Country Bootscooters held the 2018 Christmas Line Dance Social at the Corowa RSL on Sunday afternoon, December 2. A great afternoon of fun and laughter, as well as some good dancing, was had by all who attended, each dressed in their...

Corowa Free Press

06 Dec 2018

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Rutherglen wines dominate awards

Rutherglen has swept the floor at the 2018 Victorian Wine Show winning three trophies and 69 awards – more than any other Victorian wine region. Results of the 36th Victorian Wine Show were announced at Mitchelton Winery in Nagambie last month...

Corowa Free Press

06 Dec 2018

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Fireworks venue switch

This year the Rotary Club of Corowa has arranged for the New Year’s Eve fireworks to be held at RSL Park. The fireworks have been held at John Foord Oval for the past three years and this year the Rotary Club has decided to try something...

Corowa Free Press

06 Dec 2018

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Bike Ride success

Rutherglen made a fantastic impression on thousands of peddlers as the 524km Great Victorian Bike Ride drew to a close for another year. This year the ride began in Bright and finished at Benalla, while Rutherglen was picked as the rest day which...

Jarryd Barca

05 Dec 2018

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Rescue squad raffle

The Corowa Rescue Squad has drawn its major raffle for the year and also the auxiliary held its inaugural trivia night. Both were a great success with around $6,000 being raised for vital equipment, such as a new stokes litter. 1st prize – The...

Corowa Free Press

05 Dec 2018