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Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal: Urgent Call for Support

The Salvation Army is calling on the community to sign up for this year’s Red Shield Appeal, raising local funds to support people who are struggling most in our region. Across Australia the Salvos are aiming to raise $38 million for Australia’s...

Wycheproof Hosts Sports Trainers’ Course

A Level 1 Sports Trainers course and First Aid was conducted at the Wycheproof Recreation Reserve (Football Club Rooms) on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Dawn Ferrier, TalkSmart Training from Echuca, was the experienced facilitator who once again worked in...

Community Podcasting

A small group of enthusiastic participants from Charlton, Donald, Wycheproof, and Birchip recently came together to trial podcasting and broadcasting equipment in a hands-on, skills-sharing session designed to support future community storytelling...

At Dimboola Steampunk Festival . . . Multicultural Community to Dazzle

The local multicultural community will honour CFA and SES volunteers with a dazzling performance as part of the grand finale at the 2025 Dimboola’s Steampunk Festival on Saturday, April 12. The “UNITY Parade” – a vibrant showcase of...

Photo Takes Pride of Place

A special photo of Thomas Campbell Dunstan will once again take pride of place in the library that bears his name after a tireless search by his son, William “John” Dunstan. The Dunstan Library in St Arnaud was named after Thomas and his wife...

Shane Speaks to Probians

Donald Combined Probus Club met for its April meeting, which also happened to be Lorraine Pearse’s birthday. Lorraine spoke on her memories of joining Probus as a Foundation member in 2002, saying how much she had enjoyed the friendships and the...

Alistair’s Flying Visit

Squadron Leader Alistair Smith, from 2 Operational Conversion Unit, has been in Victoria for the past two weeks for the Australian International Airshow held at Avalon as the AIA25 Detachment Commander and one of the F-35 Lightning II pilots. In the...

Quamby Tractors Pull the Crowd

On Easter Saturday, the engines roar, the smoke rises, and the action heats up as Quambatook hosts its 47th Annual Australian Tractor Pull Championships. Prepare for an unforgettable day where brute power meets engineering excellence and machines...

Bringing Men Together

A terrific evening was recently enjoyed at the Avoca River Travellers Rest barbecue area when the Charlton Neighbourhood House arranged a fun evening specifically for men. With support from Buloke Shire, cook extraordinaire Ian Scott hosted the...

Charlton Neighbourhood House

Connecting and Learning

The Birchip Neighbourhood House’s “Connecting and Learning Through Food, Fun, and Fellowship” program resumed in 2025 with a welcoming morning tea provided by Mallee Family Care. The event provided an opportunity for community members to come...

Birchip Neighbourhood House

Vintage Cars at Wooroonook

On Sunday, March 30, a number of the North Central Vintage Car Club could be found on the banks of Lake Wooroonook, enjoying a meeting, lunch and celebrating an 80th birthday anniversary of one of its founding members. It was the perfect weather for...

Playgroup’s Easter Egg Hunt Brings Joy to Birchip Memorial Park

Birchip Memorial Park was filled with laughter and excitement as the local playgroup hosted a delightful Easter egg hunt for young children and their families. Families arrived early, with children clutching their Easter baskets, ready to embark on...

Commitment to Gender Equality: Women Assemble at Charlton Park

In 1995, the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action was adopted by 189 governments and endorsed by thousands of activists from every part of the world – all committed to achieving gender equality. This was a bold and transformative agenda for...

St. Andrew’s Honours Century in Donald

(By Isabelle Flett) Today as we celebrate the official opening of this building 100 years ago on the 19th of March, 1925, we give thanks for the faith and foresight of that early Presbyterian congregation. But, more than that, we celebrate the early...

Engine Washing Steams Ahead

The steam engine at Donald Lions Train Park received a much-needed preparatory wash on the weekend from CFA members of the Donald Fire Brigade. The train is scheduled for a facelift and required washing prior to being painted by Geoff Blake. Since...

Culgoa Turns Challenge Into Strength: Stronger Together

If there was a list of rural Australian towns that highlights innovative communities that truly care for their people, Culgoa would surely be on it. This tight-knit town of 86 residents is deeply committed to supporting one another, with nearly half...

Suitcase Surprise

Donald 2000 was recently asking for donations of old suitcases for a permanent display at railway station. In the process of receiving said donations, five suitcases were left in the driveway of Kez Duncan. Due to the weight, it was obvious to her...

Brad’s Bravery Recognised: Firefighters Win National Medals

A National Medal presentation was held at Donald CFA Fire Station on Saturday, March 15, with nine members within Buloke West Group receiving the significant honour in front of a large gathering of family and friends. Master of ceremonies for the...

“Wrong Decision”, Declares Laurie Levy: Duck Season Already Under Way

Coalition Against Duck Shooting Campaign Director, Laurie Levy, said at the weekend: “Despite the scientific reports that show native waterbirds are in serious long-term decline, Premier Jacinta Allan has extended Victoria’s duck shooting season...