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Wangaratta Chronicle Police and Courts

Drug trafficker told he has no one to blame but himself

The 39-year-old faced the county court having been jailed for the past 390 days

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Year 11 students sprinkle magic in the community with enchanting fairy garden

Teenagers get creative an lend a helping hand to Appin Park Primary School students

Jordan Duursma >

12 Sep 2025

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24 Mar 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Netball

A grade decider the perfect bookend of season

They last played each other on 29 March - now they play for the flag

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Council

Grim outlook for 10-year fiscal plan

No vision over next decade to reduce rate increase below maximum cap set by government

Steve Kelly >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Council

Grim outlook for 10-year fiscal plan

No vision over next decade to reduce rate increase below maximum cap set by government

Steve Kelly >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Environment

Lead contamination risk from solar panels

GMM reverses objection on solar farm, but cites lead contamination risk for waterways

Steve Kelly >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Sport

The greatest show

Ovens and King grand final day is here, with seven thrilling matches on the cards

Nathan De Vries >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Politics and Government

Calls for urgent Alpine business support grow amid manhunt

Local businesses are reporting devastating losses and are calling for government help

Bailey Zimmermann >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Police and Courts

Wangaratta company ordered to pay more than $50,000 in fines and court costs

Alpine MDF were found guilty of breaching its operating licence after discharging wood fibres

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11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Politics and Government

Calls for urgent Alpine business support grow amid manhunt

Local businesses are reporting devastating losses and are calling for government help

Bailey Zimmermann >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Police and Courts

Wangaratta company ordered to pay more than $50,000 in fines and court costs

Alpine MDF were found guilty of breaching its operating licence after discharging wood fibres

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11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Football

Déjà vu in senior football decider

The two best in the league come toe to toe one last time for ultimate glory

Nathan De Vries >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Politics and Government

$548m settlement reached for robodebt victims

Nearly 450,000 victims of the robodebt scandal are set to receive $475 million

Jordan Duursma >

11 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Police and Courts

“No stone unturned” – Police committed to the long-haul in manhunt

Hundreds of tip-ofs continue to be investigated as Dezi Freeman remains on the run

Bailey Zimmermann >

10 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Emergency Services

Truck driver airlifted to hospital after collision, rollover

A truck reportedly clipped another vehicle on the Great Alpine Road near Porepunkah

Bailey Zimmermann >

10 Sep 2025

Community

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Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Students raise $900 to help ‘Unleash the Joy’ for those in need

Wangaratta High School students donate $900 for Unleash the Joy charity

Jeff Zeuschner >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Country spirit on show this October

Wangaratta Show to be held on 10 and 11 October, with something for everyone

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Zonta Wangaratta supporting a new award for young women

Applications for the award are open from now until 15 October

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Year 11 students sprinkle magic in the community with enchanting fairy garden

Teenagers get creative an lend a helping hand to Appin Park Primary School students

Jordan Duursma >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Little Aths season on its marks

Wangaratta Little Athletics Centre gearing up for 2025-’26

Simone Kerwin >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Support for local multicultural community members following anti-immigration rallies

Local community leaders have reaffirmed the region’s commitment to inclusion and diversity

Jordan Duursma >

10 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Ben kicking goals for Auskick

Wangaratta’s Ben Watts takes out both state and national award for his volunteer efforts

Simone Kerwin >

10 Sep 2025

Sport

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Wangaratta Chronicle Football

Magpies marching on momentum

Wangaratta Magpies face Myrtleford for a chance to make the 2025 O&M grand final

Shane Douthie >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Sport

End of the line for some Dragons

The div three women are through to the decider, but other teams’ seasons ended

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Swimming

Stingrays welcome coaching announcement

Three Stingrays heading to the Victorian Short Course Championships

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Sport

Finals-like intensity at Oxley table tennis

There was no better place to be than at the Oxley hall for their table tennis

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Motorsport

Start your engines, Wilby Drags are back

Albury Wodonga District Car Club proudly presents another Wilby drags event

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Cycling

Billings brothers strike gold at AusCycling Victorian Interschools Mountain Bike Series

Two local brothers have won gold at a state level for mountain biking

Jordan Duursma >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Sport

Grand final frenzy for Rangers

The B grade Rangers Black defended their title and defeated Albury Bears in the grand final

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Sport

Gripping showdown to tip off grand final day

It’s only fitting the grand final would be between the two best sides in the competition

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Netball

Bombers in the way of Panthers’ fairytale finish

Can the Panthers secure their happy ending, or are the Bombers just too good?

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Netball

Family-led Hoppers against dominant ‘Doon in 17 and under netball

Four sisters will line up for the Hoppers against the undefeated Bonnie Doon in the decider

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Netball

Ripping rematch on the cards in B grade

It’s grand final number four between the Dees and Bombers in B grade

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Football

Bright or Bombers – it’s anyone’s game in the ressie grand final

It will be a tightly contested and hard-fought reserve grand final

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Netball

A grade decider the perfect bookend of season

They last played each other on 29 March - now they play for the flag

Nathan De Vries >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Sport

The greatest show

Ovens and King grand final day is here, with seven thrilling matches on the cards

Nathan De Vries >

11 Sep 2025

Events

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Wangaratta Chronicle Events

Book your stall for Whorouly Village Fair

Stallholders being accepted for Whorouly Village fair to be held on Sunday, 12 October

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Events

Spring into spring: Two native vegetation workshops on how to monitor native vegetation

Learn the basics of successful native vegetation monitoring at local workshops

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Events

Farmers night out in Moyhu supporting mental health

Unbreakable Farmer Warren Davies to speak at community event

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07 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Events

Mark your calendars and bring your teacups for a high tea fundraiser

Beautiful You Cancer Charity High Tea Fundraiser to support local women battling cancer

Jordan Duursma >

05 Sep 2025

Events

Unbreakable Farmer Warren Davies to speak in Moyhu

Warren Davies to speak at free event hosted by council and Wangaratta Livestock Exchange

Anita McPherson >

03 Sep 2025

Rural

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Rural

Nine out of 10 farmers don’t believe state government understands their issues

More than 700 farmers have had their say in the first Victorian Farmer Priorities Survey

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01 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Rural

All Saints Estate among 2026 Halliday Award winners

All Saints Estates receives 100 points for its Museum Muscadelle NV, Rutherglen

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25 Aug 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Rural

“Perfect times to be in”: $6.5 million sale sparks promise into spring

The Gordan Sinclair Memorial Sale at Wangaratta saw big results for sellers, buyers

Bailey Zimmermann >

24 Aug 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Rural

Spring cattle sale timing is spot on

Agents optimistic based on turn in economic outlooks and buyer confidence in market

Steve Kelly >

19 Aug 2025

Rural

Practical soil health solutions for beef and sheep operations

Free workshop session on unlocking soil health for beef and sheep operations

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15 Aug 2025

People and Lifestyle

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People and Lifestyle

The buck stops with Tup

Tup Forge reflects on her world rodeo title and a life loving horses

Lynn Elder >

22 Aug 2025

People and Lifestyle

New arrivals at Northeast Health Wangaratta

Photos and details of babies born recently

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18 Aug 2025

People and Lifestyle

Stars align for lucky Wang woman

Stunned local wins $100k from Lucky Lotteries win, realising her late father’s dream

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12 Aug 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle People and Lifestyle

Put it away: Deb’s urgent call to motorists

Deb Enshaw’s ‘Hardest Share’ hopes to bring awareness to consequences of distracted driving

Bailey Zimmermann >

06 Aug 2025

7 Steps to Go From Beginner to Horse Racing Expert

Have you ever watched a horse race and wondered what was really going on? The thrill is obvious, but the details can seem like a secret language. You see the horses, the jockeys, and the crowd, but you want to understand the story behind it all...

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11 Sep 2025

Advertising Feature Articles

What are the fastest and most reliable payment options for online transactions?

Think about the last time you paid for something online. A few clicks, maybe a tap or scan? Just like that, it’s done. You probably didn’t even need to search for a card and type in any card details. Fast, easy, done. These days, we expect...

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08 Sep 2025

Advertising Feature Articles

Supporting Sleep Health for Growing Families in the King Valley

The beauty of the King Valley, home to many of Australia’s vineyards, provides a breathtaking option for raising a family. However, not all wonderful places can guarantee a good night’s sleep. Families often suffer from inadequate rest when life...

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28 Aug 2025

Advertising Feature Articles

A Brief History of Birthdays: How Did We Start Celebrating?

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07 Jul 2025

Advertising Feature Articles

The Cybersecurity Challenges Facing Australian Tech Companies in 2025

If 2024 felt rough for CISOs, 2025 is shaping up to be the year that Australian tech firms realise cyber-risk is no longer an IT line-item—it is a board-level existential threat. A perfect storm of faster AI-powered attacks, tighter regulation...

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29 May 2025

Regional

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Wangaratta Chronicle Events

Book your stall for Whorouly Village Fair

Stallholders being accepted for Whorouly Village fair to be held on Sunday, 12 October

Wangaratta Chronicle >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Community

Students raise $900 to help ‘Unleash the Joy’ for those in need

Wangaratta High School students donate $900 for Unleash the Joy charity

Jeff Zeuschner >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Education

News from our schools and kinders

Activities at our local educational centres

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Arts and Entertainment

Afternoon of music with the Wangaratta Concert Band

Wangaratta Concert Band to play free concert at Uniting Church Hall on Sunday afternoon

Wangaratta Chronicle >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Arts and Entertainment

Cast and crew ready for Wangaratta Players’ Waiting for God

Well-known local actors Rose Sexton and Shane Douthie take the lead in comedy production

Anita McPherson >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Police and Courts

Accused drug trafficker, Maserati thief to face County Court

The 29-year-old made a guilty plea at a committal hearing in Wangaratta court

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12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Environment

Rufous Whistler – arrival of a summer songbird

The Rufous Whistler is a stocky bird with a large head, short stubby bill and a long tail

Ian Davidson & Chris Tzaros >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Education

Appin Park team just the right equation

Students ace statewide maths competition on behalf of Appin Park Primary School

Simone Kerwin >

12 Sep 2025

Wangaratta Chronicle Editorial

Enjoy the finals and may the best teams win

Local footy and netball finals hit fever pitch while prospect of dream O&M grand final awaits

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12 Sep 2025

Motoring Guide

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Motoring Guide

JAGUAR F–PACE R–DYNAMIC SE D300

AFTER spending a few days in one of Sydney‘s wealthier harbourside suburbs, we were surprised to see few examples of Jaguar‘s F–Pace. The company‘s first and largest SUV ticks all the boxes, or so we thought. It‘s stylish, pricey and with...

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24 Feb 2023

Motoring Guide

LAND ROVER DEFENDER 90 SE P400

LAND Rover calls this new car a Defender, but it doesn‘t look or feel much like the last one we drove. In reality, it‘s a Defender in name only. For starters, you no longer need to stick your elbow out the window, just so you‘ve got room to...

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03 Feb 2023

Motoring Guide

SPORTAGE LEADING THE KIA SALES BOOM

LAST year was a bumper year for Kia. With total sales of 78,330 the Korean manufacturer finished third in the overall sales race behind Toyota and Mazda, the company‘s first–ever podium finish. Along the way Kia also won family bragging rights...

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10 Feb 2023

Motoring Guide

TOYOTA COROLLA CROSS ATMOS HYBRID FWD

YOU could in all likelihood be looking at the successor to the evergreen Corolla hatch and sedan as the market continues its move away from traditional styles. Corolla Cross joins the Yaris Cross, C–HR, RAV4, Kluger, Fortuner, Land Cruiser Prado...

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17 Feb 2023

Motoring Guide

KIA SELTOS SPORT+

SELTOS is the second smallest model in Kia‘s SUV range, sitting above the compact Stonic and below the Sportage. It competes against vehicles such as the MG ZS, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX–30 and Mitsubishi ASX. Originally launched here in late 2019...

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24 Feb 2023

Photo Galleries

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Wangaratta Chronicle 12th May 2025

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22 May 2025

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Wangaratta Chronicle 5th June 2025

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06 May 2025

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Wangaratta Chronicle 21st April 2025

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01 May 2025

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Wangaratta Chronicle 21st April 2025

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Wangaratta Chronicle 31st March 2025

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Wangaratta Chronicle 10th March 2025

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27 Mar 2025

Photo Galleries

Wangaratta Marathon and Fun Run 2025

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17 Mar 2025

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Wangaratta Chronicle 3rd March 2025

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06 Mar 2025

Videos

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Wangaratta Chronicle Football

Eilish Sheerin has eye on top 4 finish

All Australian AFLW player looks towards midfield change in season starting late August

Steve Kelly >

28 May 2024

Videos

Wood Chopping - Wangaratta Sports Carnival 2023

The competition was fast and fierce during the wood chopping events at the Wangaratta Sports Carnival on Saturday, January 28. Despite temperatures in the mid to high 30s, participants gave it everything they had and were cheered on by an...

Belinda Harrison >

30 Jan 2023

Videos

Demolition works on the Barr Reserve skate bowl

The ageing skate bowl is being removed this week to make way for a much–needed $8 million expansion of the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre. Read the full story here

Simone Kerwin >

30 Sep 2021

Wangaratta Chronicle People and Lifestyle

Uni celebrates 104 in style

THERE was a flurry of activity around afternoon tea time at Rangeview Private Nursing Home on Monday, with balloons, flowers, cake and a delicious spread assembled to mark a major milestone. In contrast to the busyness of staff and residents...

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15 Sep 2021