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Seymour dance studio remains closed despite eased restrictions

The Dance Arts Alliance is warning Victorian dance schools are on the verge of collapse due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. While a large portion of regional Victorian businesses celebrate by opening their doors, nothing has changed for regional...

David Rak

Strathbogie Shire Mayor calls it a day

Strathbogie Shire Mayor Amanda McClaren will not to stand in the upcoming local government elections. Cr McClaren was first elected to Strathbogie Shire Council along with Cr Debra Bower to represent Lake Nagambie Ward in 2016. Shortly after being...

David Rak

Crazy head day a hit at Avenel

Avenel Primary School students are not letting the COVID-19 pandemic stand in the way of their fun. The Junior School Council, which is made up of 18 students from years 3 to 6, organised an online crazy head day to put a smile on the faces of...

David Rak

Crazy head day a hit at Avenel

Avenel Primary School students are not letting the COVID-19 pandemic stand in the way of their fun. The Junior School Council, which is made up of 18 students from years 3 to 6, organised an online crazy head day to put a smile on the faces of...

David Rak

Virtual fun for the school holidays

Are you ready to log on to Mitchell Shire’s jam-packed school holiday program at the online library activity hub this September school holidays? While 2020 has been like no other year, council decided to bring the fun to each and every household...

David Rak

Local law changes for Strathbogie Shire

Strathbogie Shire Council last night adopted a new local law that shows how working with the community means better decisions for our municipality. A total of 66 submissions were received on council’s Draft Community Local Law No. 2, more than 20...

David Rak

Nicholls business gets $1 million for defence upgrade

Mr Drum said grant applications could be made at any time through the Centre for Defence Industry Capability

Seymour Telegraph

Planning for the future of Seymour

Growing Seymour as a core regional centre has been further enhanced with Mitchell Shire Council supporting initiatives that will build investment confidence and enhance the shire as a great place to live, work and visit. Council has endorsed...

David Rak

Last chance to win big with your footy tipping skills

The Telegraph’s footy tipping competition is in its final week and it’s bigger than ever. The prize pool has jackpotted to $500 that can be spent at one of our local participating businesses. The Telegraph wishes to thank the local businesses...

David Rak

NSW-Victoria border restrictions to be eased for border communities

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced on Wednesday that anything allowed under step three in regional Victoria will be allowed in border communities.

Brayden May

CFA issues haystack warning to Victorians

As regional Victoria begins to experience spring growth of pastures and crops, the Country Fire Authority has issued a warning to farmers to exercise caution with the cutting, baling and storage of hay. CFA acting chief officer Garry Cook said crews...

Seymour Telegraph

Commercial quantity of drugs found in Seymour

Drug bust in Seymour Police found a commercial quantity of methamphetamine in a vehicle in Seymour on September 15. At about 8.20 am Seymour police intercepted a vehicle on Wallis St. A search of the vehicle and occupants revealed they were in...

David Rak

Keep your eyes peeled for snakes

As the days become warmer, snakes are starting to emerge from their winter hibernation to bask in the sun and search for food and a mate. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning senior wildlife management officer, Therese Davis said that...

David Rak

Regional Victoria to move to step three

REGIONAL Victoria will move to Step Three of the Victorian Government’s COVID-19 roadmap from 11.59pm on Wednesday – but freedom is still not on the agenda until the end of November.

Brayden May

Concern about pruned trees in Station St

Seymour residents Peter and Vicki Chapman are concerned about trees that have been pruned in the town. The Chapmans said residents had waited patiently for the trees along Station St to grow and create shade. “Now the damage has destroyed the...

David Rak

Proud to be recognised at Karingal Seymour

The ongoing efforts of Karingal Seymour have been recognised with a nomination in the Victorian Regional Achievement and Community Awards. With life changing dramatically for the aged care provider due to COVID-19, chief executive Elizabeth Duggin...

David Rak

Feedback sought on future of Pyalong trees

Pyalong residents are being asked for input on three options to address concerns about the potential fire risk from pine trees at the recreation reserve.

David Rak

Need for safety upgrades at Avenel formally recognised

A Regional Roads Victoria (RRV) assessment has confirmed safety improvements are needed at the Avenel Roadhouse intersection of the Hume Fwy,

David Rak

Tallarook St powerline movement investigated

Mitchell Shire Council officers will prepare a report on any funding options available for underground power or moving powerlines in Tallarook St, Seymour. Cr Rhonda Sanderson moved the motion in hopes the relocation of the powerlines would avoid...

David Rak