PREMIUM News Can’t get enough of animals By Andy Wilson Oct 6, 2023 Pyper relaxes with two-year-old fallow deer ‘Bambi’ after winning six waterfowl awards and first and second place in the poultry craft competition with models of a farm and an Indian Runner duck at the recent Melbourne Royal Show. The Beechworth Primary School Year 3 student also works at Farmer Darryl’s mobile animal farm, a regular feature at the show, and is determined to take her love for animals to greater heights. “I want to be a vet,” she says. By Andy Wilson Country News journalist
News Koala joey in care following reported dog attackThe joey was taken to the Dutch Thunder Wildlife Shelter in Koonoomoo. By Owen Sinclair
News Share a cup of joe with your local policeOfficers from across Moira Shire will be available to hear any community concerns. By Owen Sinclair
News Where is the toilet block at Nathalia’s Apex Park?Local residents have expressed frustration over delays in the toilet block’s replacement. By Owen Sinclair
News Government expands housing for regional workers with new funding round“We’re creating more housing where it’s needed most,” Regional Development Minister Gayle Tierney said. By Cobram Courier