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Thursday, October, 24, 2024
Hamilton 10/20
 
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Casterton freak storm turns town into icy chaos 
SEVERAL local SES units were part of the emergency effort that attended to the multiple callouts in Casterton late Wednesday afternoon when the township was lashed by a freak storm.
THE damage bill is set to soar for businesses and residences in Casterton after it was hit by an intense hail storm late Wednesday afternoon, with (inset) hail stones as big as golf balls. Photo: KRISTY MCDONALD, CASTERTON NEWS / SUPPLIED.

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WITH spring in full swing and warmer weather expected soon, paramedics have reminded Victorians to update their asthma action plans to stay safe.
THE Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise ombudsman, Bruce Billson has warned small and family businesses they now have under a week to make sure they do not have their vital business systems and equipment fail when the 3G network is switched off on October 28.
ONE local tyre business has reported a steady increase in drivers bringing their vehicles in after hitting a pothole on south west roads needing tyres as well as rims repaired.
OTING closes this week for Victorian local council elections, and those eligible to vote who have not yet voted are urged to do so before it’s too late.

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PENSHURST’S Mick Ross was instrumental in his side’s Division 1 victory on Saturday. Photo: LARA FITZPATRICK.
THE Far Western Bowls Association Weekend Pennant round three games were played on Saturday, with Penshurst collecting maximum points against Casterton.
AFTER our recent rain and sunshine, the golf course is looking a picture of rolling green grass and magnificent gum trees.
CONTROL orders surrounding Victorian avian flu cases have been modified. Photo: SUPPLIED.
FURTHER changes have been made to control orders surrounding avian influenza cases in Victoria, given that no new cases have been detected since June 24, 2024.
KATY McMahon has been announced as the Jeremy Upton Scholarship recipient 2024 - her journey into Agriculture starting in the right season of her life.
137 King Street, Hamilton $429,000 Southern Grampians Livestock & Real Estate Phone: Bridget Fry on 5571 1404
Presented with chic modern updates on a private spacious block just a stone’s throw to the thriving indoor Pool, Aquatic and Sports Centre (HILAC) – this charming 1950’s cottage merges stylish contemporary living with an incredible oversized 4 bay workshop/rumpus/garage haven that will have you entertaining and tinkering to your hearts content.
WITH spring in full swing and warmer weather expected soon, paramedics have reminded Victorians to update their asthma action plans to stay safe.
THE Far Western Bowls Association Weekend Pennant round three games were played on Saturday, with Penshurst collecting maximum points against Casterton.
THE woman behind the Saturday’s event is Nea Barclay
CATS skipper, Diarmid Cleary, boots the team into attack during Saturday’s clash against East Gambier. Photo: FRANK MONGER PHOTOGRAPHY.
“ON the road again, Just can't wait to get on the road again.”
GLENELG Shire Council has released its draft budget 2024-225 and ratepayers have until 17 May to have their say on the council’s spending and rating plans for the next year.
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