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GV mums shock

Pregnant Goulburn Valley women have the highest reported rates of obesity in Australia, exposing themselves to a much greater risk of complications including stillbirth, diabetes, high blood pressure and Caesarean delivery. More than 60 per cent of pregnant women are obese or morbidly obese,... Full Story

» Rain harvest threat
» US 'seeking billions' from Gulf states
» Hicks to get freedom before Christmas

Tae kwon do students make the grade

Shepparton's Koryo Tae Kwon Do centre held its last grading session for the year recently. All 61 students in attendance _ 32 from Shepparton and 29 from other Victorian clubs _ progressed to earn their next belt. ``Nobody failed which was good. Usually with the senior belts they go a bit harder... Full Story

» Haberman to take reins at Seymour again | 1 Photo
» Australia bowled out for 214 against NZ
» Argentina favourite to win Davis Cup

True colours are revealing

My last column got a few bites from candidates and readers. It's not surprising I got a reaction but I'm glad at least two candidates had the courage to contact me and discuss their thoughts. It shows a lot of character when someone makes the effort to challenge someone's comments or views about... Full Story

» Epic sounds un-Australian | 1 Photo
» Answers on Goulburn pond | 1 Photo
» Moving on a lesson in life | 1 Photo

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» The venerable William Brown demonstrates continuing municipal ignorance. | 28 Comments
Wednesday, 19th November 2008

The venerable Bill Brown, previously ringmaster of failed International Village fame, tells us,... More By: John

» I've done nothing to broaden the female field Sorry, you'll have to vote for me. | 18 Comments
Wednesday, 19th November 2008

Five weeks ago this blog lamented the small number of women then coming forward as candidates for... More By: John

» Local News Cartoons - The lighter side | 1 Comments
Tuesday, 18th November 2008

Here are a few local news topics, with local identities depicted in animated cartoons on... More By: scratchie

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» Be careful cobbers | 3 Comments
Monday, 22nd September 2008

Remember what they say about never holding an inquiry unless you know the outcome.The same can be... More By: The Lip

» Lake view must be long term | 7 Comments
Thursday, 4th September 2008

As expected the cost and the timeline are the focus of debate over the lake but what about the... More By: The Lip

» Dramatic early exit the best for all | 1 Comments
Thursday, 10th July 2008

Jana Rawlinson has a sore toe and won't be going to Beijing.It is sad for her but a relief to... More By: The Lip

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» OPERATION RAID COMES TO A CLOSE FOR ANOTHER YEAR | 1 Comments
Tuesday, 18th December 2007

Police Operation RAID (Rid All Impaired Drivers), an annual Traffic Operation which has been... More By: Sgt Marty Mclachlan

» Mummy i have dust in my eye? | 4 Comments
Tuesday, 20th November 2007

I found this story of one of my fave sites myextralife.com.Disneyland workers were recently... More By: David DIllon

» eGames Expo Melbourne November 16 -18 | 0 Comments
Monday, 12th November 2007

www.egamesexpo.com.auWhile i didn't give this much thought last year this year ill be atending... More By: David DIllon

Are the conditions placed upon Ben Cousins by the AFL too severe?

Glenn Stevenson, 38, Shepparton I did for a start but apparently the drugs can go out of your system in two days, so I guess not. Brent Opie, 29, Shepparton No I reckon it's fair. It will make other players think twice about it. Jacob Williamson, 14, Shepparton Yeah, I think it's pretty...

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Very Special Kids

Very Special Kids is a unique organisation that supports families throughout their experience of caring for children with life-threatening illnesses, from diagnosis through to recovery or bereavement. Such illnesses include cancer, muscular dystrophy, neuro-degenerative and genetic conditions and rare syndromes. Sadly, many of the children will not reach adulthood.

Fitzroy Oxfam Group

Oxfam Australia works in 24 countries across East Asia and South Asia, Southern Africa, the Pacific and Indigenous Australia, in partnership with local communities to overcome poverty and injustice. We also respond to disasters and emergencies in many parts of the world to deliver short term assistance. You can support our program work by making a one-off donation or joining our monthly giving program.

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CHRISTINE AND PAUL PARKER'S 30TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY, SHEPPARTON BEARS FOOTBALL CLUB ROOMS, SATURDAY

1Janine Heib, Christine Parker, Paul Parker, Steve Tilburn, and Lisa Leamon (front). 2Nathan Parker, Christine Parker, Stacey Parker, Paul Parker and Clinton Parker. 3Christine and Paul Parker. 4Christine and Paul Parker with family and friends.View More

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This picture was sent to us by Matt Dempsey of Shepparton. ``This pic was taken on the Congupna football trip in Adelaide a few weeks ago,'' Matt wrote. ``Matt Walker, Billy Grace and Liam Bush helped the newlyweds remember their special day...View More