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Publish Time: 10:00 am

Sport

Wright choice for World Cup

Matthew Kappos

Ian Wright won silver with Victoria at the first over-80s Masters, scoring as Echuca’s hockey legend shone brightly
Despite limited games, Wright earned Australian selection for the over-80s Masters World Cup in Europe this year
The Echuca-Moama midfielder will represent Australia at the World Cup in the Netherlands this August campaign

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2025-12-14

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

news

Temporary relief but lasting concerns for ESVF

Ryan Bellingham

Campaspe and Gannawarra councils welcome a two-year ESVF freeze, but say the levy still needs scrapping or reform
Councils argue funding emergency services via council rates is unfair
Mayors warn the full ESVF would heavily impact farmers, council finances and regional economies already under pressure

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Publish Time: 08:00 pm

News

Council endorses $21.8m Echuca levee design

Ryan Bellingham

Campaspe Shire Council has endorsed a $21.8m functional design for a 2.6km Echuca east levee to protect 275 homes
Councillors backed the design but said state and federal funding is vital, with land access and approvals needed
Council says endorsing the design makes the project shovel-ready when funding arises, improving flood resilience

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