Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 1 2026-09-26

Publish Time: 10:00 am

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Shop theft sky-high as repeat crooks drive Echuca crime

Ivy Jensen

Retail theft remains near record highs, driven largely by a small group of repeat offenders.
Breaches of bail jumped 55%, while assaults and family violence offences also increased.
Overall crime fell 6.7%, with major drops in property crime, burglaries and vehicle thefts.

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 2 2026-09-26

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

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Died in the line of doing his duty

Andrew Mole

Echuca paramedic Austen Todd’s family is sharing his story to raise awareness of PTSD and mental health.
Wife Sarah says years on the frontline took a heavy toll despite Austen’s efforts to seek help.
The community is rallying around Sarah and their two children following Austen’s tragic death.

Riverine Herald Single Story Panel 3 2026-09-26

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

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Grand final blitz hits Echuca roads

Ivy Jensen

Echuca police will target dangerous drivers during a four-day AFL Grand Final weekend road blitz.
Operation Scoreboard comes after recent drink-driving and hoon offences in the Echuca area.
Police urge motorists to plan ahead, with school holiday traffic expected across the region.

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