Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2025-12-08

Publish Time: 10:00 am

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Sand sculptures take shape

Lua Ikenasio

Alice in Wonderland sand sculptures are taking shape along the Murray River ahead of the December 13 opening
Sculptors are creating Cheshire Cat, Caterpillar, White Rabbit, Queen of Hearts, Tweedle-Dee and Tweedle-Dum
Visitors can see works in progress at Echuca library, Port of Echuca, Aquatic Reserve and Moama Soundshell

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2025-12-08

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

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Beacon Foundation celebrates growth and scholarships

Lua Ikenasio

Echuca Moama Beacon Foundation celebrated growth and launched new scholarships for Years 9–12 students
AGM highlighted student achievements, community support, and the launch of a new Beacon promotional video
Scholarships can help students with learning materials, tech, trade equipment, workwear or extracurricular costs

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2025-12-08

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

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PS Australian Star excitement swells

Ryan Bellingham

PS Australian Star arrived in Echuca, set for February debut as a five-star, overnight Murray River vessel
The 200-tonne paddlesteamer features heritage design, luxury cabins, public areas, and a wood-fired steam engine
With bookings already high, the vessel is expected to boost regional tourism and create local jobs in Victoria

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Monday, 8th December 2025