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Charity in bloom: flower farm raises funds for fire-affected families
Along with partner Shane McIntosh and the help of St Arnaud businesses, she’s managed to raise over $500 to help fire-affected families.
4 February, 2026
Sport
All up, it’s Atkinson and Robinson
Spectators were treated to an afternoon of high-quality bowling, with all matches played in great spirit as...
2 February, 2026
Heat hits harness fields
ut the pared-back program still produced competitive racing. Crime...
GALLERY: Tournament heats up for century
A strong field of 182 players took to the renowned grass courts—an...
Champion pair: lawn bowls winners etched into history
The final came down to Esmore and Lynch in a high-quality contest, both...
Community
Community spirit shines at Buloke awards
THERE were more awards handed out for Community Event of the Year and Citizen of the Year at the Buloke event on...
2 February, 2026
RSL rep rewarded for hard work
With his fingers in many pies in the community, he has been recognised...
Stuart Mill beats heat to celebrate
This was then followed by an ever famous CWA supper, which was a hit again.
Students shine at Charlton College presentation night
In their address’, School Council president Troy Heenan thanked the...
Business & Rural
BCG’s Trials Review Day touches on input costs, tighter margins and greater volatility
Held on Friday 20 February at the Birchip Leisure Centre, the event will invite growers to step back from the season...
3 February, 2026
WOOL REPORT: continued trend higher
In the merino fleece types, these gains were between 16 and 42 cents....
McCoys transforming ‘marginal country’
Together with his wife, Stacey, children, Leah and Evan, and farm...
One stop shop at Raillery Hub
DID YOU know that after you’ve spent the afternoon immersed in art, you...
Council & Politics
Local voice will still be strong: MP
MALLEE’S voice will be heard strongly in Canberra despite the National Party walking out of its coalition with the...
29 January, 2026
Pool to close earlier to make way for next stage of redevelopment
The pool will close for the 2025/26 summer period at close of business...
Staff shortages causing Buloke pool closures
With many travelling or working over harvest at that time, this caused a...
Staley makes Upper House tilt
Ms Staley will contest Liberal pre-selection for the second spot on its...
Arts
Big weekend of creativity on way for Charlton
This event will showcase the incredible creativity within the region, from breathtaking landscapes to the striking...
10 October, 2025
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
St Patrick's puts on school musical with a twist
Consider Yourself lucky if you managed to get a seat to see the young...
Opinion & Perspectives
Preparedness, perspective and community strength
"Fire season is not an abstract concept here — it’s something we live with, prepare for, and carry in the back of our...
1 February, 2026
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: great service from St Arnaud business and health service issues
Here's what you thought about this week.
Fires a reminder to plan ahead and look out for your neighbours
Firefighters faced intense heat, strong winds and inaccessible terrain,...
Busy and ‘heartbreaking’ month for residents in the regions
December ended with emergency services being called to two suspicious...