Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2026-03-15

Publish Time: 10:00 am

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Women unite for healing after bushfire on ‘significant day’

Bree Harding

Nine weeks after the Longwood bushfire, Ruffy residents are finding space for laughter and healing
The International Women's Day event featured massages, foot spas and reflexology for 60 women
The recovery hub’s “MAS*H tent” symbolises “mending alongside shared hope” as the community moves forward

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2026-03-15

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

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Beloved piano teacher retires after 65 years

Lua Ikenasio

Rochester’s Margaret Ross retires after 65 years teaching piano, inspiring generations since age 15
She taught across Rochester, Lockington, Echuca and Bendigo schools, guiding many exam and eisteddfod successes
Her concerts raised thousands for charity, while music helped her through decades of caring for her husband

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2026-03-15

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

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Running on emotion, raising funds for childhood cancer

Taylah Baker

Former Shepparton runner Jarrod Backway plans an 800km run to support families facing childhood cancer
The distance reflects the journey to Sydney Children's Hospital where Addy is treated
Funds will support Redkite and Ronald McDonald House Charities

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Sunday, 15th March 2026