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“Times” Among Finalists for Racing Media Award

As the “Times” reaches the 150th Anniversary of its first publication in 1875, word has come through that the bi-weekly newspaper has been named as one of the leaders for the award for media promotion of Victorian country racing. The following...

Bulls’ Impressive Wet Weather Win

Ben Edwards edged closer to his elusive 100 goal milestone, kicking half of Birchip-Watchem’s majors, as the Bulls stormed home for their thirteenth successive win on a dreary but delightfully wet day that brought much needed rain and lifted the...

Rain Highlights Wedderburn Clash

While Donald and Wedderburn players may not have welcomed the conditions, the steady rain was a welcome sight for district farmers. Donaldson Park was water logged, adding a unique element to the match. Given the broader benefits, few would be bold...

Tigers Untroubled

On a miserable winter’s day, the struggles of the bottom three teams of the North Central Football League were laid bare for all to see. The disparity in scores, those three sides able to muster two goals, two behinds for the day between them...

Golfers’ Tribute to Peter Kelly

What a fantastic turnout for the inaugural Wimmera / Kara Kara Veterans Challenge in memory of Peter Kelly at Donald on Monday, July 21. There was a total of 79 competing in a Stableford round, with 49 representing the Wimmera Vets and 30 from Kar...

Juniors Hold Hockey Fort

It was a quiet day on the hockey field with the Bulls having no senior teams and Wedderburn no underage. The early games of minkey showed there is plenty to look forward to though, with lots of young players enjoying the chance to play a friendly...

Pecking Order in Place?

(By Shane O’Shea) With just four rounds of North-Central’s home-and-away series remaining, and following last Saturday’s results, the current positioning of teams on the league ladder is more than likely to be the finishing order leading into...

Bulls and Redbacks Share Netball Honours

The Bulls’ juniors were the shining light in the netball at Donaldson Park on Saturday, winning all grades, while the seniors had a tough day against quality opposition. All the Bulls awards were sponsored by Noonan Contracting. GO: The youngest...

Tough Going for Bulls Juniors

It was another tough day for Birchip-Watchem at a cold and windy Donaldson Park on Saturday, where both teams struggled against stronger opposition. Under-14s The Birchip-Watchem Under-14s started well, containing third placed Wedderburn, but in the...

Bulls Reserves Build Percentage

Birchip-Watchem Bulls proved far too strong for Wedderburn in their reserves clash on Saturday, storming to a commanding 109-point win in blustery conditions at Wedderburn. With a strong breeze blowing to the southern end of the ground, Wedderburn...

Charlton Hosts Donald Netballers

[From Charlton Netball Club.] 14-&-Under “A” A tough game against a strong Donald side, however Charlton’s girls kept fighting all game and had some great leads down the court into their attacking end. Charlton 11 def. by Donald 38...

Rolling Bulls Defy Brave Burners

Birchip-Watchem continued its unbeaten season run with a hard-fought, gritty 23-point win over a brave Wedderburn, which never stopped committing at a chilly Donaldson Park. Despite a magnificent newly-built $8 million clubroom complex for perfect...

Charlton Wins Bunter’s Cup

On a cold, overcast day Charlton collected its fourth win for the season, over Donald at Charlton Park. Both sides were competing for “Bunter’s Cup”, a tribute to Bill Baird who had long connections to both towns and clubs. The victory was set...

Double Chance at Stake

With five rounds of North-Central’s 2025 season to be played, the undefeated Birchip-Watchem is a clear-cut leader, destined to take its place in the second semi-final at the end of August. But who will be the challenger for direct entry into the...

Field & Game Play in Purple

Donald Field & Game, together with 80 shooters, participated in the July #playinpurple shoot. The Australian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation’s mission is to triple the pancreatic cancer survival rate by 2030 and significantly improve the quality...

Donald Dampness Shifts Races to Warracknabeal

It was a misty morning start for racing at Warracknabeal on Saturday, with the race meeting previously scheduled for Donald being transferred due to wet conditions. Donald’s track was rated heavy 8 on Thursday when fields were released; however...

Charlton Golf Championships

Charlton Golf Club had 17 players compete in a very closely contested 2025 championship. At the end of the 3 rounds there was a tie between Wayne Southwell 89-85-90=264 and Chris Mathews 91-88-85=264. The play-off started in the rain, and on the...

Charlton Hosts Dual Golf Event

A late change of venue due to drainage issues at Donald Golf Course saw the dual event of Champion of Champions and Association Day changed to Charlton Golf course. A cold damp morning saw the group of ladies from the Kara Kara area gather for...

Down the Middle?

Ten players took part in the Clothes Bin Monthly Medal, at Donald. The day’s winner was captain Kerry Raven (71 nett), with Joan Pearce (81nett). Luke Kelly took home the putting with 23. Nearest the pins were: Debbie Burton on Donald Auto...

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