Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2026-01-14

Publish Time: 10:00 am

opinion & voices

Could have almost kissed a cassowary

Bree Harding

Visiting Bali Bird Park revealed a clean, ethical wildlife attraction with free roaming birds and calm lush ground
A hand feeding experience with parrots, pelicans and macaws showed close interactions handled professionally well
A free roaming cassowary amazed visitors, showing relaxed Asian wildlife practices guided by skilled local keepers

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2026-01-14

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

rural

Hay donor a victim of the fires

Geoff Adams

Charity co-ordinator Linda Widdup lost much of her Carlisle River farm while organising fire fodder relief efforts
Aussie Hay Runners opened a Longwood depot as donations arrived, with 10 semi trailer loads received so far already
Deliveries will begin once fires are contained, as safety concerns limit truck access to affected areas for now

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2026-01-14

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

news

How you can help those affected by bushfires

Taylah Baker

Community groups across the region are collecting food, fodder, funds and supplies to support bushfire recovery
Donation points are operating in Euroa, Cobram, Longwood and Shepparton, with volunteers urgently needed now!
Residents can help by donating goods, money or time through trusted local organisations and appeals listed here

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Wednesday, 14th January 2026