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10 November, 2025
BRIEFS: Remembrance Day, new cartoon and support for farming
A few brief bits of news for the start of your week
Support for farm towns
THE State Government is offering grant support to help drought-affected communities, including funding for water cartage and essential infrastructure improvements.
Emergency Water Supply Points (EWSPs) are available across Victoria for stock and domestic use during dry conditions.
These include:
Council bores
Urban standpipes
Rural standpipes
Farmers can claim expenses on eligible activities since September 30, 2024.
For program guidelines, a full list of eligible activities and to apply, visit: www.ruralfinance.com.au/grants.
For more information on drought support at: www.agriculture.vic.gov.au/drought or call 136 186.
Rememberance Day
RESIDENTS will take a minute of silence for those who have given their lives at war at services at 11 am next Tuesday for Rememberance Day.
Introducing Pickles
YOU may notice a different face on your cartoon strip the NCN Herald from this week.
We’re introducing Pickles, telling the story of Earl and Opal Pickles as they enjoy their golden years.It feeds on unconditional love—of pets, old friends, and family—to provide zinger-filled humor.
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