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North-Central Leaders Meet

One of Sea Lake football’s leading lights, Michael (Mick) McClelland, is the new chairman of the North-Central League. At an all-clubs function at Charlton’s Vale of Avoca last Sunday, it was announced that Mick had taken on the leadership after...

Buloke Times

29 Mar 2024
Football

Q. & A. with Donald’s New Coach

(By “Keep Punching”) The North-Central Football League 2024 season is now under a week away. This scribe had a few questions that should be asked to the DFC, so that leading into April 13 – when Donald tackles arch rival Wycheproof-Narraport...

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09 Apr 2024
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Welcome Dr. Maryna

It is with immense pleasure that we at the Donald Family Clinic would like to welcome a long anticipated new addition to our medical team. Dr. Maryna Aliakseyeva has officially joined us and her books will be open as of Monday, April 22, 2024. Dr...

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19 Apr 2024
Football

Donald Downs Determined Demons

(“Keep Punching”) Welcome to the DFC 2024 football season; welcome to the 2024 DFC media box. Beautiful conditions greeted us this fine Saturday afternoon. Not a cloud in the sky, no wind, perfect playing surface, and two teams who really do not...

Buloke Times

16 Apr 2024

In-Depth Discussions with TCV Specialists: Communities “Drop-In”

More than 120 landholders and community members “dropped in” to Transmission Company Victoria’s (TCV) community information sessions last week for one-on-one discussions on all aspects of the VNI West project. Held in Kerang, Charlton and...

It’s Playgroup Time at Birchip

Birchip Playgroup is back in action for Term 2, 2024, providing activities and interaction for children 0-5 and their parents and carers. On Friday Kelly McCrohan, the Buloke Shire Supported Playgroup Facilitator, hosted a dinosaur session and the...

Easter’s “Muster in the Mallee” – Celebrating Community and Exploration

(By Leigh Nelson) This Easter, Donald was abuzz with activity and new faces, thanks to the inaugural “Muster in the Mallee” event, which attracted over 70 visitors to the peaceful Donald Lakeside Caravan Park. A mix of families and friends, many...

Funding Cuts are Risking Lives

The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, says the drastic reduction in health funding by the Victorian Government is deeply concerning for regional Victorians, who will inevitably pay the price for the Premier’s health cuts. Regional...

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Weekend Combo at Rex

A performance by the Dynamic District Dance Studio and a film starring Academy Award winner Olivia Coleman will set The Rex up for entertainment variety this coming weekend. “Junior Showcase” is the title of the dance studio’s Sunday 28th...

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Help for Emergency Volunteers: Government Grants for Necessary Equipment

The State Government is continuing its proud support of our hardworking volunteer emergency services with the equipment and upgrades they need to keep Victorians safe. Minister for Emergency Services, Jaclyn Symes, lasst week joined local volunteers...

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Welcome Dr. Maryna

It is with immense pleasure that we at the Donald Family Clinic would like to welcome a long anticipated new addition to our medical team. Dr. Maryna Aliakseyeva has officially joined us and her books will be open as of Monday, April 22, 2024. Dr...

19 Apr 2024

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The Demons Celebrate Joel’s Day

Wycheproof-Narraport has grabbed its first premiership points for the season defeating St. Arnaud at home. It was a celebration for club stalwart Joel Turner, who clicked over his 300th senior game and in the process was named among the Demons’...

Community

“Hot Shots” Hit the Road Again

The East Wimmera Health Service “Hot Shots” team once again competed in The Murray to Moyne relay on the first weekend in April, and were delighted that they completed the event and raised over $14,000 through an online auction for the Birchip...

Football

Bulls Blitz Royal Blues

After an even and entertaining first half with little between Birchip-Watchem and Donald, the Bulls simply overpowered the Royal Blues in a second half blitz dishing out a comprehensive 11 goal belting, led by an 8 goal haul from gun forward Ben...

Field & Game

Donald Field and Game Easter Shoot

There were 51 shooters at Donald F&G’s S75 ASF OTG (LVJ Handicap) April Target Shoot. Great targets and a cruisey day. Sponsor for the day was Donald Timber Yard. Donald Field and Game’s next shoot will be Sunday, May 5. Shoot-offs were held...

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GRDC Launches Research Consortium for Oat Market

In a move to boost Australia’s position as a high-quality, value-added oat producer, the launch of a new research-focused Oat Grain Quality Consortium (OGQC) marks a pivotal moment for the industry. Designed to capitalise on growing domestic and...

Agriculture Victoria Leader Makes the Top 50

This week Agriculture Victoria’s Director Biosecurity Strategy, Preparedness and Coordination Dr Julie Simons was recognised as one of Victoria’s Top 50 Public Sector Women. Julie’s achievement acknowledges her significant contribution to...

Farmer Friendly Mental Health Support: What Do Farmers Want?

For most, farming in Australia is a great way of life, but at times it can also be physically and psychologically tough. So, when things get overly stressful, who do farmers turn to for support? Finding out what farmers want in terms of mental...

19 Apr 2024

When Burning Stubble . . . Protect the Trees

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is asking landowners to take steps to protect paddock trees when burning stubble on their properties. Native trees are protected by law and there are ways to avoid damaging them. Good...