Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-06-19
Publish Time: 10:00 am
police
Fraud and many other charges
Zoe McMaugh
- Two people face 47 charges each after police allegedly found identity fraud materials during a Deniliquin stop.
- Police are investigating the theft of a tool chest from a Napier St business between Friday and Monday.
- A man was refused bail after allegedly breaching an AVO, while crews extinguished a truck tyre fire.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-06-19
Publish Time: 01:00 pm
community
Russell Eames honoured with RSL life membership
Eamon Kurta
- Russell Eames received Life Membership from Deniliquin RSL, recognising nearly 80 years of service.
- A former WWII soldier, Eames spent 42 years as Santa, bringing joy to generations of local children.
- The 102-year-old helped establish the RSL Bowling Club and is Deniliquin’s last surviving WWII veteran.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-06-19
Publish Time: 08:00 pm
sport
Heelers competitive as hosts
Eamon Kurta
- Deniliquin hosted its first 2026 Proten Cup home round, with women’s and men’s teams facing Rankins Springs.
- The Blueheelers women made their tackle debut, earning praise despite a 22-0 loss to experienced opponents.
- Deniliquin’s men showed improvement after halftime and now prepare for a tough round-three trip to Ivanhoe.