Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2026-02-02

Publish Time: 10:00 am

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Budget boosts funding for school camps and sports

Pip Turton

Victorian families will get extra help in 2026, with the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund boosted statewide again
From January 1, eligible students can now receive $400 each, replacing lower primary and secondary rates this year.
Applications opened January 27 and close June 26, helping families afford camps, sports and excursions for kids too

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2026-02-02

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

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Reflections from the past

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January 1976 saw NRMA services launch in Moama, rate rises confirmed, and a $27,000 tractor delivered locally
In January 2001, community service and sport were honoured, with awards for volunteers, coaches and bowlers
By January 2016, council decisions were cleared, Missy Higgins toured locally, and Bombers eyed premiership glory

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2026-02-02

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

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Gillespie on hand for dizzying night

Matthew Kappos

Australian fast bowling great Jason ‘Dizzy’ Gillespie will visit Echuca next week for a special cricket club event
The 71-Test veteran will attend training Tuesday, February 3, then speak at a ticketed night from 7pm
Gillespie will share career stories, from Ashes glory to his famous 201 not out and coaching journey

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