News Tenth anniversary launch for Riverboats By Rohan Aldous Feb 20, 2022 Double figures: Riverboats Festvial director David Frazer was celebrating the event’s 10th anniversary at the launch on Friday. Photo by steve Huntley. All smiles: Campaspe Shire councillor Rob Amos, Echuca Moama Tourism chief executive Kathryn Mackenzie and Winter Blues Festival chair Peter Williams were guests of the Riverboats organisers for the launch of the three-day event. Photo by steve Huntley. Celebration: Di Kelly, Campaspe Shire Mayor Chrissy Weller and Lyn Suffolk at the launch, which led into three days of musical entertainment. Photo by steve Huntley. Ready to rock: Astrid O'Farrell, Paul Barnes and Marie-Claire Skate seemed ready for the festival action to start on Friday. Photo by steve Huntley. By Rohan Aldous Kyabram Free Press and Campaspe Valley News editor
News Extreme heat timetables on rail linesDue to the forecast temperatures across Victoria on Wednesday, extreme heat timetables will be in place to ensure V/Line train services run safely. By Contributed
News Contemporary painter in the spotlightThis Friday, Benalla Art Gallery will launch a major exhibition exploring the precise and incisive practice of leading Australian contemporary painter, Juan Ford. By Contributed
News Award-winning band to play at festival highlight eventARIA Award-winning band Melbourne Ska Orchestra will play at the Benalla Festival’s highlight event, Benalla by the Lake, on Saturday, November 9. By Contributed
News Pony club tribute to DonnyBenalla Pony Club paid an emotional tribute to much-loved veteran horseman Donny Dowell on Sunday, November 3. Here are some pictures from the ceremony at Benalla Racing Club. By Benalla Ensign