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Routine meeting turns sour as VicGrid leaves farmers unheard again
A ROUTINE community meeting involving VicGrid and Buloke and Northern Grampians representatives descended into a farce last night.
10 June, 2026
Sport
Saints’ close call ends with win, new streak
After a tough first round against Charlton’s top-of-the-ladder strong side, St Arnaud have seen a win each week.
9 June, 2026
Golfers keep up on course as competition begins
THURSDAY’S 9 hole winner was Peter Martin with 18 points one point ahead...
Successful run for table tennis
Participants travelled from McCallum Day Services in St Arnaud, Woodbine...
Win a confidence boost for Magpies
The win was made even more memorable by Harry Weaver’s 100th senior game...
Community
GALLERY: Mary Walklate is the woman of the century
There were plenty of smiles and stories on May 27 when the woman of the hour - or century - was treated like the...
7 June, 2026
Safe space for talking in workshop session
Murray PHN and the Loddon Mallee Public Health Unit (LMPHU) are...
Trip around the towns for Probus group
Charlton Commonwealth Bank Australia (CBA) branch manager Michelle...
Local libraries take turn to raise funds for cancer services
“Our libraries have raised more than $6000 for the Cancer Council over...
Business & Rural
Landowner payments to increase along VNI West line
The increase in the landholder benefit payment reflects analysis of land values, land use and feedback gathered...
9 June, 2026
Renewable energy zones declared
Properties in St Arnaud, Charlton and surrounds now sit in the Western...
Know the rules of spraying with drones
Agriculture Victoria’s Alex Perera said operators and pilots are...
Farmer's forum gets feisty
Farmers from across the state filled the Town Hall and Victorian...
Council & Politics
Scam victims need to speak up: Webster
“A year ago, in Mallee’s Biggest Survey I conducted, one of the most shocking results was that 1 in 5 survey...
8 June, 2026
Continued care after hub closures
Following the conclusion of the hubs, East Wimmera Health Service (EWHS)...
Council opposes new renewable zones
“Any renewable energy developer wanting to develop a renewable energy...
Walklate’s legacy cemented in street name
“Dr Walklate is remembered with great respect in Charlton and this is a...
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
Get help with rego rebate when MP comes to town
"I’ll also be in St Arnaud in a few weeks to help locals apply in person. If you’d like to book a time, please...
7 June, 2026
Positive changes happening around town
WOOHOO! Life is exciting sometimes.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Thank you for Tribune Tribute, National Volunteers Week
Some of your thoughts. Want to send us a letter? Email us a...
OPINION: Understanding Scale in a Rural Shire
Whether it’s travelling between towns, accessing services, or...