Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2026-06-15

Publish Time: 10:00 am

Community

Reflections from the past

Riverine Herald

50 years ago: NW Rochester Shire declared drought area after 5 months of very low rainfall
50 years ago: Echuca formed Young Farmers branch; Glenda Wallace elected first president at 22
25 years ago: Erin Hokin returned from Victorian Rhythmic Gymnastic Championships with a gold and three silver medals

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2026-06-15

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

News

Cracks form in Victoria’s mandatory glass recycling scheme

Jemma Jones

Councils must add glass-only bins by July 2027, but regional areas want delay or alternatives
Survey shows strong opposition: 94% against bins, 96% back expanding container deposit scheme
Leaders warn extra bin will raise costs and may not improve recycling outcomes in regions

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2026-06-15

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

Sport

Murray Bombers win big again

Christian Marchetti

Echuca beat Shepparton Swans by 74 points, dominating from the opening quarter
Murray Bombers surged early each term, leading 48–15 at half-time en route to big win
Echuca sits second on percentage, chasing Shepparton; faces Mansfield next round

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Monday, 15th June 2026