Tuesday,
24 December 2024
Editorial
More road accident information is essential
Editorial

More road accident information is essential

WITH the holiday period upon us, questions are being asked about Australia’s rising road toll and what can be done. The national road toll rose for the last 12 months to October 2024 resulting in 1295 people losing their lives, of which 989 were...

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20 Dec 2024
Time to adapt to ever-changing conditions
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Time to adapt to ever-changing conditions

WEATHER events occurring in and around the rural city over the past two weeks may be a glimpse to our future, according to council’s Climate Adaptation Plan for the next 10 years. The plan outlines risks relating to extreme temperatures, heatwaves...

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18 Dec 2024
You know the rules, don't risk it
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You know the rules, don’t risk it

POLICE are looking to ensure a festive end to what’s been a “devastating” year on the state’s roads and we all need to play our part. Operation Roadwise began today in the North East and across Victoria in attempt to curb road trauma over...

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13 Dec 2024
You know the rules, don't risk it
Editorial

You know the rules, don’t risk it

POLICE are looking to ensure a festive end to what’s been a “devastating” year on the state’s roads and we all need to play our part. Operation Roadwise began today in the North East and across Victoria in attempt to curb road trauma over...

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13 Dec 2024
Another timely thank you to our volunteers
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Another timely thank you to our volunteers

IT’S this time of the year when people are expected to be winding down and celebrating the festive season, but not for our local emergency service volunteers this year. SES Wangaratta Unit has been kept busy over an extensively late spring storm...

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09 Dec 2024
People taking to the our city's vibe
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People taking to the our city’s vibe

Events important in the attraction of people to the rural city who come back to live and work

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06 Dec 2024
New leadership needs to help provide a viable alternative
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New leadership needs to help provide a viable alternative

WANGARATTA welcomed the new Nationals’ Party leader into town this week, who will be aiming to promote the opposition Coalition into a viable alternative government before the next state election. Danny O’Brien replaced Peter Walsh as the...

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04 Dec 2024
Sobering inquiry requires action
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Sobering inquiry requires action

SYMPTOMS have been evident for some time, but the report card on the ‘health’ of local councils in Victoria still makes for sober reading, and requires prompt and decisive action. Last week’s release of the year-long parliamentary inquiry into...

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02 Dec 2024
Give the gift of hope this season
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Give the gift of hope this season

THE community’s generosity was well and truly on display at last weekend’s Grab a Grocery campaign. Wangaratta community members’ willingness to support one another saw nearly $8000 of groceries and just over $700 of cash donated to emergency...

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29 Nov 2024
Sobering inquiry requires action
Editorial

Sobering inquiry requires action

SYMPTOMS have been evident for some time, but the report card on the ‘health’ of local councils in Victoria still makes for sober reading, and requires prompt and decisive action. Last week’s release of the year-long parliamentary inquiry into...

Wangaratta Chronicle  >  
02 Dec 2024
Give the gift of hope this season
Editorial

Give the gift of hope this season

THE community’s generosity was well and truly on display at last weekend’s Grab a Grocery campaign. Wangaratta community members’ willingness to support one another saw nearly $8000 of groceries and just over $700 of cash donated to emergency...

Wangaratta Chronicle  >  
29 Nov 2024
Driving us to safety this summer
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Driving us to safety this summer

THE impending arrival of two new CFA trucks specially designed for driver training is a huge bonus for the region’s hard-working firefighters who are setting up for a busy season. To have two of the 10 new trucks to be distributed to CFA training...

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27 Nov 2024
Protect kids using a balanced view
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Protect kids using a balanced view

Social media ban is expected to throw a few curve balls the way of those concerned

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25 Nov 2024
Mayor has eyes on city's basic needs
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Mayor has eyes on city’s basic needs

A back to basics approach by Mayor Irene Grant will help shape planning over the next year

Wangaratta Chronicle  >  
22 Nov 2024
Facts on energy could break down divide
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Facts on energy could break down divide

Local Energy Hubs could be a key in sharing the facts about renewable energy facilities

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20 Nov 2024
Stay in the know as Fire Danger Period begins
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Stay in the know as Fire Danger Period begins

IT’S the same message every year, but an earlier start to fire restrictions and weekend blazes in the state’s west should be more than enough to be reminded of the fire dangers this summer. Events across the west side of the state this weekend...

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18 Nov 2024
Legislation oversights can’t go up in smoke
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Legislation oversights can’t go up in smoke

THE State Government’s crackdown on illicit tobacco trade is a long-awaited welcome sight, but disclosure of crucial details from its legislation are still needed. It’s difficult to understand how there can still be questions, considering this...

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15 Nov 2024
Rogue shooters not welcome in North East
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Rogue shooters not welcome in North East

THE senseless killing of a pet alpaca at Rose River at the weekend highlights the danger posed by reckless hunters in the region. Like in most areas of endeavour the majority of hunters abide by the laws, only shooting where it is legal to do so and...

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13 Nov 2024
Time to take a stand against violence
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Time to take a stand against violence

A LOCAL call to action is inviting men to take a stand against cycles of violence next week and create hope for future generations. This powerful movement recognises that there is strength in numbers and when a whole community is pushing for change...

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11 Nov 2024
Are you part of the community supporting one another?
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Are you part of the community supporting one another?

IN the lead up to Christmas and summer holidays, pressure is felt across the community for a wide range of reasons. For many the season is a tricky time when faced with cultural, financial and family pressures. This financial pressure is heightened...

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08 Nov 2024
Car parking becoming too centralised
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Car parking becoming too centralised

THE impending loss of 46 car parks at the rear of the Wangaratta Art Gallery to make way for a $20 million expansion and upgrade of the Wangaratta Creative Precinct seems contradictory to the project’s aim. We would presume such an expensive...

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06 Nov 2024
One down, another big one tomorrow
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One down, another big one tomorrow

THE successful rebirth of the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues over the weekend is welcomed news for our city. While the event does not have the same community engagement of the previous Reid Street era, it is forging a new path navigating...

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04 Nov 2024
Back yourself during VCE exams
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Back yourself during VCE exams

VCE students kick off exams with English, an exciting time in their education journey

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30 Oct 2024
Decade long price rises a double-edged sword
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Decade long price rises a double-edged sword

THE release of the latest data showing Wangaratta housing prices have more than doubled over the past decade would not be a surprise to most but it’s a reminder of the challenging financial market for new home buyers. Figures show over the past 10...

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28 Oct 2024
Festival to breathe life back into region
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Festival to breathe life back into region

THE news of the Folk, Rhythm and Life Festival going ahead in December this year comes with much relief due to the host of hardships which have stalled the popular event in recent years. While it had been earmarked for some time, confirmation of the...

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25 Oct 2024
It never hurts to ask the question
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It never hurts to ask the question

THE subtle ingenuity, courage and kindness of young overnight sensation Kai McPhan has been an inspiration to not only budding music promoters across the country, but the country as a whole. A simple question formed in a polite email to ARIA-award...

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23 Oct 2024
Aged care should be at the forefront
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Aged care should be at the forefront

SEVERAL stories about aged care are in today’s edition focusing on support that is out there for older members of the community; a need for extra Federal Government support in the regions; and a call out to local people who can make a real...

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21 Oct 2024
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