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District residents are being urged to rediscover their region, as the results of rain, high river levels and flooding of the Barmah and Millewa national parks start to be seen. Echuca-Moama and District Tourism director Simon Latchford said the higher river levels and greenery around the district had provided a ``massive boost'' to the area. ``Isn't this place looking so much
From page 1 Acting ranger in charge Andrew McDougall said the flooding had been great for the park. ``The river red gum environment needs natural flooding to occur to ensure the eco-system remains healthy,'' he said. ``This is the first time in several years that some of these areas have seen water. It's great to see the creeks flowing and many
Bruce Ibbs thought his wife Val wasn't a bad sort when he first laid eyes on her and Val thought Bruce looked all right when she first laid eyes on him. Sixty years on and the couple still have eyes only for each other. Celebrating the milestone of 60 years of marriage yesterday, Bruce and Val do not have any great
Much has changed since John Seamons joined the Postmaster General's Department (PMG) 40 years ago but one thing remains the same _ he still loves his work. ``It's been fantastic,'' John said. ``I wouldn't change it for quids. It hasn't been boring for one minute.'' John was 17 years and eight months old when he joined what was then known as
Early morning walkers and joggers in Echuca are having problems with the Eyre St bridge on frosty mornings. One walker who contacted the Riverine Herald labelled the bridge ``dangerous'' on frosty mornings. The walker said the wooden approaches to the footbridge were slippery when there was a frost, saying it was difficult for people to stay on their feet. Campaspe Shire
The Victorian branch of Fred Nile's Christian Democratic Party has endorsed Timmering farmer Ewan McDonald to be its Murray candidate for the coming federal election. Mr McDonald has had a long-standing interest in politics, having been formally involved in the Victorian National Party during which time he served two years as state president of the Young Nationals. Since becoming active in
Retired NSW Rural Fire Service officer Ian Fisher was recognised for his 28 years' service at a presentation in Mathoura yesterday. Mr Fisher has been an active member of the NSW Rural Fire Service since he moved to the area in 1982 as a Murray Shire engineer. About 40 people gathered at the presentation, including fellow rural fire service members, Murray
Mavis Isobel Bubb August 20, 1916 _ July 14, 2010 Mavis Bubb was a hardworking and successful Echuca businesswoman who was devoted to her family and community. Mavis and her husband Murray ran a watchmaker and jewellers business in Hare St for more than 40 years and when Murray passed away from cancer in February 1978, aged 62, Mavis, also 62,
Following concerns raised by residents regarding Echuca's Alton Reserve recently, Campaspe Shire Council assets executive manager Jon Aujard has provided some information relating to the condition of the reserve. ``Due to Coliban Water restrictions in recent years it has been difficult to keep the grass healthy and green,'' Mr Aujard said. ``The water management plan with Coliban Water has allowed
From the Riverine Herald 50 years ago July 29, 1960 Both Echuca and South Bendigo will be without their coaches when they meet in an important game _ for South Bendigo _ at the Queen Elizabeth Oval tomorrow. Echuca coach, Eric Butler, has been advised to rest an injured knee this week, while Ron Robertson is also suffering from a knee
