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No more pink ladies

Two of the district’s longest serving ‘Pink Ladies’ have retired. The departure of Joyce Atley and Norma Drenkhahn means the Pink Ladies will cease to exist as a governing body. But the group’s volunteer service of providing Deniliquin...

Daniel Hughes
Deniliquin Pastoral Times

Businesses to be boosted

Small businesses and communities are set for an immediate cash injection to keep businesses open, keep locals in work and keep economies vibrant. Under the Federal Government’s ‘Drought Response, Resilience and Preparedness Plan&rsquo...

Olivia Duffey
Deniliquin Pastoral Times

MenShed supporting struggling farmers

Ten local farming families will be the beneficiary of a drought relief donation from the Thirroul Menshed, based in Wollongong. A $2000 donation from the club has been arranged through the Deniliquin Menshed. Deniliquin president John Tonkin said it...

Olivia Duffey
Deniliquin Pastoral Times

Aged care masterclass

To register for the masterclass phone Mr Tushuizen on 5881 3944 or 0425 779 672, or email [email protected] com. au

Jamie Lowe
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Five new citizens

It was hard to wipe the smile from Riccis Ricon’s face on Friday. The eight year old was officially welcomed as a citizen of the country he was born in, alongside his father Raymund Ricon. The Filipino family, including mum Bernadette, came to...

Jamie Lowe
Deniliquin Pastoral Times

A night of laughs with Brady

Former Richmond AFL player Neville Brady will return to Deniliquin for his ‘Life Is A Contact Sport’ night this Friday. Designed for both men and women, the focus will be on looking after yourself during tough times. Mr Brady was in the...

Jamie Lowe
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Nuffield honour

Tom Hooke from Wanganella has received a Nuffield Scholarship, with support from Australian Wool Innovation (AWI). Mr Hooke will use his scholarship to research innovative regenerative agriculture principles to apply to Australian pastoral sheep...

Deniliquin Pastoral Times
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A destination servo

Purtills is wasting no time in making its new headquarters in Hardinge St, Deniliquin a destination. A themed restaurant and playground is being established at the Cobb Highway Roadhouse. It is next door to newly established transport museum, and...

Zoe McMaugh
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Convoy to Can the Plan

The frustration being felt by communities across the Murray-Darling Basin is at boiling point. Try as they might, desperate farmers, community leaders and business operators cannot get the Federal Government to accept the damage being caused by...

Deniliquin Pastoral Times
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Parking investigation

A survey of parking habits in the Deniliquin CBD and other heavily used areas of Deniliquin is being undertaken with the intention of improving parking and accessibility. Edward River Council said the assessment of parking usage and vacancies would...

Olivia Duffey
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Deni Appeal

The Salvation Army is encouraging Deniliquin locals to connect with their community this Christmas. Captain Sandra Walmsley said Christmas is one of the hardest times of the year for Australians doing it tough, with large numbers living in poverty...

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Support for mums in Deniliquin

Deniliquin women with a child younger than one are being invited to reach out for support this Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week. These woman are also being asked to participate in a research project on the subject. Murrumbidgee Local...

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Fun and safe riding lesson

Edward Public School hopped on their bike and walked the school oval Wednesday last week to raise awareness for road safety as part of the annual Rideathon. After morning tea and before the lapping, the students had a safety briefing from Deniliquin...

Daniel Hughes
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Lots of family fun at Intereach Open Day

Deniliquin’s biggest community success story will be on display later this month, showcasing its achievements and informing the public about its activities and operations. The Intereach Open Day will be held on Thursday, November 28. It is...

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Perfect storm

‘‘We are in the perfect storm and it is unviable to go forward in the production of agriculture.’’ That is the message Deniliquin farmer Louise Burge impressed on members of the Australian Competition and Consultation...

Olivia Duffey
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Pull down begins

Demolition of the North Deniliquin Tennis Courts site has begun this week. Despite a concerted effort by potential users to retain the clay courts, Edward River Council resolved to remediate the site at its meeting last month. Fencing and lighting...

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Uke festival returns tonight

The seventh annual Deni Uke Muster Festival kicks off tonight, and will continue through to Sunday. It will bring ukulele lovers from all over Australia and overseas for fun, friendship and a bit of learning. A highlight of the festival is the...

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Fun for the family at Edward’s mini fete

Your after school family activity for today is sorted, thanks to Edward Public School. The school and its P&C committee will host a mini fete in the school grounds in west Deniliquin from 3pm to 5pm today. P&C committee member Felicity...

Zoe McMaugh

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Schools safe after lockdown across Shepparton

Police have confirmed a number of schools across Shepparton are currently in lockdown. Investigations are ongoing. More to come

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Body recovered from Lake Benalla - UPDATED

Benalla Police and SES are currently searching the Lake Benalla shoreline with an area from the Art Gallery around to the showgrounds taped off. We are waiting on Victoria Police to contact us with more information which we will share with you as...

Simon Ruppert
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Shepparton boxer Dwight Ritchie dies aged 27 in training accident

Shepparton’s sporting community is in shock after boxer Dwight Ritchie died tragically on Saturday in a freak training injury. The 27-year-old was sparring with WBA Oceania middleweight champion Michael Zerafa in Melbourne, when he was struck with...

Alex Mitchell
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Man in critical condition after Shepparton assault

Shepparton Police are appealing for information in regard to a serious assault which took place early Sunday morning on the corner of Wyndham and Fryers Sts.

Ashlea Witoslawski