The second part of the Courier’s year in review focuses on the second half of 2024.
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July 3
CSC students built a hydrogen-powered remote-controlled car as part of Steam Education’s H2 Grand Prix.
Cobram cemetery launched an initiative adding QR codes to graves where people can view a personalised online tribute.
The Cobram Roarettes defeated Albury United in a 13-goal bonanza, winning 9-4 away from home.
July 10
Local students took over the Barooga Sporties kitchen, preparing a delicious four-course meal as part of their VET studies.
A driver who killed five people after failing to give way on a busy highway at Strathmerton pleaded guilty in court.
Five young local golfers were given a wonderful introduction to the game by Barooga’s talented trainee professional Steffi Vogel.
July 17
Cobram resident Hazel Campbell celebrated her 100th birthday.
The Courier included a heartfelt obituary to local legend Dan Kennedy, who passed away at the age of 88.
Strathmerton Bulldog Tim Looby kicked his 100th goal of the season.
July 24
Cobram and District Specialist School announced it would, once again, host a Futures Expo designed to help students connect with NDIS providers in the region.
A planning permit was submitted to Moira Shire Council aimed at breathing new life into a Nathalia aged care facility that closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cobram and Echuca United played out another draw, as the two big hitters in the Murray League could not be separated, once again.
July 31
Cobram’s Elliot Evans, 13, was recognised as a Triple Zero Hero for exceptional courage and maturity while calling 000 in an emergency.
Nominees were confirmed in 10 categories, with local people encouraged to vote in the 2024 Moira Business Achievement Awards.
The Cobram Tigers bounced back from defeat against Echuca United with an impressive 17-point win over Deniliquin.
August 7
Cobram’s Len and Barbara Magee celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.
Cobram-Barooga Canoe Club’s Louise Greenwood announced she had qualified for the 2024 Canoe Sprint World Championships, to be held in Uzbekistan.
Sporties looked forward to hosting the 2024 Australian Mini-Golf Open.
August 14
The Tocumwal War Memorial Hall’s exterior was refurbished thanks to government funding and donations from local businesses and organisations.
Cobram Tigers enjoyed an away win against Numurkah, coming away with a 29-point victory.
August 21
Students from Cobram had an opportunity to attend NE Tracks LLENs Hands-on Trades Career Expo at Winton Motor Raceway.
A special wreath-laying ceremony took place at the Cobram cenotaph to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, and Vietnam Veterans Day.
Cobram midfielder Luca Allen celebrated reaching a special milestone when he played his 200th game for the Tigers.
August 28
CSC students Angus Maughan and Taylar Knight had an opportunity to visit Parliament House in Canberra, as part of a Teach for Australia delegation.
Legacy called on the Cobram community to dig deep and show their support the partners and children of veterans who sacrificed their lives in service to Australia.
Four fathers and sons were named in the starting line-up for Yarroweyah Football Club.
September 4
Students and staff at St Mary’s College in Nathalia celebrated the opening of its new state-of-the-art building which included 10 classrooms, meeting rooms and staff offices.
A Shepparton man was arrested after allegedly going on an abusive rampage through Cobram’s business district.
Cobram Roar’s Under-12 Black team secured a place in the grand final after a 2-0 win over St Pat’s.
September 11
Students across the region dressed up as their favourite characters to celebrate Book Week.
Moira Shire Council green-lit a new dog park on the corner of Karook and Gemmell Sts.
The Strathmerton Bulldogs B-Grade netballers were unable to grab a victory in their grand final clash, going down to Deniliquin 30-21.
September 18
The region’s best entrepreneurs were celebrated at the 2024 Moira Business Achievement Awards.
The Cobram Lions celebrated their 60th anniversary.
The Cobram Tigers Under-14s prepared to head into the grand final at the weekend, hoping for glory.
September 25
CSC science teacher George Allan was one of only 10 early career educators around Australia to receive a 2024 Commonwealth Bank teaching award.
A group of 23 local people became Australian citizens at a ceremony held at the Cobram Civic Centre.
Cobram clinched the Under-17 Murray Football League premiership.
October 2
The Courier told the inspirational story of Cobram cancer survivor Erin Higgins.
A Melbourne man was airlifted to hospital following an incident at the Twin Knobs Beach camping area.
Mark Meyland was named head coach of Cobram Football Netball Club’s senior football team for 2025.
October 9
Emergency services personnel from Moira and Berrigan shires took part in an information session hosted by Dutch Thunder Wildlife Shelter.
Community members took a walk through Quinns Island to raise awareness of heart disease.
Barooga Cricket Club announced the launch of its junior program for the upcoming season.
October 16
Students from Cobram and District Specialist School took to the streets as part of an effort to promote road safety.
A man was airlifted to Melbourne after two vehicles collided at a major intersection near Strathmerton.
The Cobram Tigers started their season with a win over Tocumwal.
October 23
Moira Shire Council announced the return of the popular All-Abilities Talent Show.
Barooga’s George and Valerie Lockman celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary.
Cobram Barooga Golf Club veterans donated $6000 to NCN Health.
October 30
NCN Health celebrated the 75th anniversary of its opening.
A memorial to 60 servicemen and women from Koonoomoo and Yarroweyah districts, who served in both World Wars, was unveiled at Yarroweyah Memorial Hall.
Jeremy O’Brien was announced as head coach of Barooga Football Club’s senior men’s side for the upcoming season.
November 6
Cobram Secondary School celebrated the success of its Little Thinkers Childcare Centre.
Staff at Cobram Regional Care celebrated Diwali.
The Tocumwal Bloods won a close game with Barooga.
November 13
Communities across the region paused to honour Remembrance Day.
Cobram locals James McMaster and Reuben Haley spoke to The Courier about their passion, speed golf.
November 20
Staff and customers of Pullar Cold Storage celebrated Nola Pieper, who retired from the company after 42 years.
Moira Foodshare sought more volunteers to assist it to feed the increasing numbers of people in the region struggling to put food on the table.
Cobram Roar announced that Manny Artavilla would be its Division 1 women’s coach for 2025, and Taner Tekin would take on the role of technical director.
November 27
Two larger than life murals were unveiled at Cobram Primary School and Cobram Secondary College.
After owning and operating the Strathy Hot Bread Bakery for 36 years, Ray and Glenda Kelly sold the business to Van Huynh and his wife, Van Bui.
Barooga golfer Casey Chandler, 15, competed at the Grand Championships at the Commonwealth Golf Club.
December 4
Cobram Community House celebrated its 40th birthday.
Daniel Vasilevski was named head coach of the Cobram Roar Division 1 men’s side for 2025.
December 11
Community members gathered at Federation Park to rally against family violence.
Lyn Hobley and Mary Beaumont were recognised for their selfless volunteering at Cobram and District Specialist School at an event in Melbourne.
Yarroweyah Football Club announced it would be going into a recess period, and would not be competing in 2025.
December 18
Claire Stillard and Isabella De Vincentis were named dux of Cobram Anglican Grammar and Cobram Secondary College respectively.
Police appealed for information regarding a suspicious fire at Thompsons Beach.
Max Holgate won the 15th annual George Goodwin Memorial Handicap bike race, organised by the Cobram Barooga Cycling Club.
December 24
A cohort of CSC students took part in a three-day leadership course in Melbourne.
Woolworths Cobram reopened following a refurbishment.
Barooga Cricket Club was defeated by Deniliquin in its last home game of 2024.
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