Southern Riverina News

05/12/2025

“HALT was one of the best programs we have seen all year,” said a participant. Discover how Finley Rotary is championing change against domestic violence.

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05/12/2025

“For lots of kids, you play such an important role in their lives. Some of them you stay friends with after they finish high school.”

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05/12/2025

Extreme fire danger warning and Total Fire Bans are in place in the Southern Riverina today.
A harvest safety alert has been issued for the Mid Murray Zone.

Read more at: https://www.southernriverinanews.com.au/news/harvest-safety-alert-issued/

04/12/2025

Chelsea Winn, a Finley High School student, has been awarded the Murray Hut CWA's 2025 scholarship for her dedication to studies and community involvement. 🌟

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04/12/2025

Join us this Friday as Berrigan's main street transforms into a festive wonderland with stalls, live music, and a special visit from Santa! 🎅🎶

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04/12/2025

The Rural Fire Service is reporting it has the upper hand on a fire at Oaklands.

Update: 3:56pm - Firefighters have gained the upper hand on the fire, which has now been downgraded to an Advice alert level. Those in the vicinity should continue to monitor conditions.
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Watch and Act: Maxwelton Rd Fire, Oaklands (Federation LGA) – Prepare Now - Oaklands

firefighters are working to contain a crop and grass fire burning 4km north west of Oaklands. Firefighters are working to contain the fire which is burning in a south easterly direction towards Oaklands. There is no immediate danger but you should prepare now. Check and follow your Bush Fire Survival Plan and stay up to date. Leaving early is your safest option.

For more information, visit the Hazards Near Me app and website: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fire-information/major-fire-updates/mfu?id=12398

03/12/2025

The Tocumwal Chocolate School has won gold in the Excellence in Food Tourism category at the 2025 NSW Tourism Awards, elevating its reputation and promoting Tocumwal as a destination. 🍫

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03/12/2025

Barooga's 36-year run in the Murray league may end as members vote 122-9 to join the Picola District Football Netball League. A historic shift is on the horizon! 🏆

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02/12/2025

Firefighters from the Southern Riverina helped battle intense heat and strong winds to save Deniliquin's high school from a devastating fire.

For the full story: www.southernriverinanews.com.au/new/our-firefighters-come-to-denis-aid

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02/12/2025

In tomorrow's SRN:

• INSIDE: Happily Ever After - Southern Riverina Weddings magazine 2025-2026
• State gold tastes so sweet
• CWA supports Chelsea's 'bright future'
• Our firefighters come to Deni's aid
• Robyn's remarkable career
• Toc Telstra outage next week
• Ley keeps pressure up on buyback 'vandalism'
• FEATURE: Berrigan Christmas Night Market
• Halt program in action
• Barooga move well supported
• Cricket, golf and bowls

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28/11/2025

Sean from Agtrade & Elders is pleased to invite you to join us for our Major Unreserved Farm Machinery / Engineering / Building & Vehicle Sale.

To join this auction scan the QR or follow this link: https://auctionsplus.com.au/auctions/machinery/major-unreserved-farm-machinery-%2f-engineering-%2f-building-and-vehicle-auction%2c-finley-nsw/127351

25/11/2025

Another successful Strawberry Fields has wrapped up in Tocumwal, with record-breaking attendance. Over three days, about 15,000 people enjoyed performances, art experiences, and community celebration. The festival drew thousands of music lovers from across the country.

For the full story: https://www.southernriverinanews.com.au/news/another-record-breaking-festival

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