Rochester News

Health workers safe at REDHS despite increasing incidents of occupational violence statewide

ROCHESTER health workers are in the minority when it comes to workplace violence.

Anna McGuinness

Rochester businesses to benefit from cuts to payroll tax

BUSINESSES in Rochester and surrounds are set to receive further cuts to payroll tax. Over three years the regional payroll tax will be cut to a quarter of the metropolitan rate. In the current financial year it sits at 2.245 per cent — half...

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Rochester businesses to benefit from cuts to payroll tax

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Rochester now a two-ambo town

THERE is a new paramedic in town after Rochester’s ambulance received an upgrade to a dual paramedic crew.

Anna McGuinness

Rochester show’s 2019 HRCAV champion hoping to go back-to-back

HORSE lovers are in for a treat this weekend with the best riders in the region competing for top spot at the Rochester Show. Nanneella’s Holly Stone is the one to beat after taking out last year’s Genevieve Broom Memorial prize for...

Anna McGuinness

Pick My Project delivers new toilet and shower block to Greens Lake

VISITORS to Greens Lake are reaping the benefits of a new toilet and shower block, which was officially opened on Friday.

Anna McGuinness

Preparations for Rochester Mural Festival are underway

WITH the Rochester Mural Festival just a week away, Mural Park is getting its final touches. Volunteer organisers Wayne Park, Peter Anderson and David Gilbert have been getting the space ready for the artists to let their creative juices flow. The...

Anna McGuinness

14 Feb 2020

Accused robber to face court in March

A MAN accused of robbing a Rochester bank and service station is behind bars. Michael Blow faced Bendigo Magistrates’ Court from a video link at Echuca on Wednesday afternoon. The 25-year-old was dressed in a green T-shirt and remained silent...

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Susan Greentree is looking forward to the challenge at Rochester Mural Festival

FOR Susan Greentree, the Rochester Mural Festival is a chance to unlock the artistic flair within every member of the community. A lover of art her whole life, Susan said it’s a learnable skill. “It’s nice to talk to different...

Anna McGuinness

05 Feb 2020

Elmore gets new defibrillator thanks to generous charity groups

The Lions Club has been working hard — with the health of Elmore at heart.

Anna McGuinness

REDHS receive $8000 cheque from hospital auxiliary

NEW REDHS chief executive Karen Laing has received a warm welcome from the hospital auxiliary.

Campaspe News

Rochester selected for new Murray Darling revival scheme

ROCHESTER is one of 15 communities selected for a new Murray Darling Association program, aimed at developing leadership capacity and economic initiatives during the ongoing drought. The Murray Darling Association, Australia’s peak body...

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CFA cleans up graffiti from underpass in Rochester

GRAFFITI removal is not usually the responsibility of the CFA but last Sunday an especially bad piece of work called the crew into action.

Anna McGuinness

Family traditions hold strong at Rochester Show

WITH Rochester’s Great Northern Show entering its 134th year, it is no wonder there are deep seated family traditions within its gates. As is the case for fourth generation agricultural show exhibitor Kim Mitchell. “I’ve grown up...

Anna McGuinness

Rochester Show can’t come soon enough

Of course, the best-dressed eggs will be another tight contest. Charles is dressing his up as minions, from his favourite movie, Despicable Me

Anna McGuinness

08 Feb 2020

Join the choir: River Voices wants you

CALLING all shower singers, music teachers, professional performers and everyone in between. River Voices wants you. The Echuca-based community choir is seeking new members who would like to sing in a social environment. As well as local members...

Ivy Jensen

Steve Monk hopes it’s third time lucky at Rochester Mural Festival

STEVE Monk describes himself as the Essendon Football Club of the Rochester Mural Festival: “I always show up and never win anything, just make the finals and that’s about it.” In his third year, the Bendigo artist said he is...

Anna McGuinness

06 Feb 2020