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Non-toxic weed control to boost horticultural crop production

A non-toxic, environmentally friendly method of controlling weeds and pests in horticultural crops that has already proved successful in the United States and Europe will now be tested in Australia through a $4.74 million project led by La Trobe University. 

Not a scrap left behind in Yorketown

Rachel Hagan. With high-cost-of-living pressures and increasingly demanding lifestyles, eating healthy on a budget can be hard to prioritise, but chef Jo Minks says that, once you know how to use ingredients effectively, anyone can do it ... the SYP Community Hub delivered three workshops on creating low-cost and healthy food ideas.

Playing for her Pops — Joshalynn one of three players selected for state rugby league comp

For the first time ever, Casino High School will have three students playing rugby league in the state comp. Ciara Close, Tye Hogan-Collins and Joshalynn Walker were selected from players between Tweed and Newcastle to play in the Combined Schools State Championship ... Joshalynn, 17, is an all round sportsperson.

Quiz #16/2025 Mother’s Day special

Think you know mums? This quiz will put your maternal knowledge to the test! 1. What is the most popular month for celebrating Mother's Day...

Quiz #15/2025

Trivia Titan? Only if you aced history, geography, and 90s hits! 1. What was the first US college sport to name an All-American team?2. What...

Moulamein, the first of MRC school murals

Murray River Council is bringing vibrant new artwork to local primary schools through a creative mural project, delivered as part of our Council’s Arts and Culture Strategy. Each school will have the opportunity to collaborate with Mathoura artist Zowie Crump to determine the design and location of their mural, ensuring it reflects the unique identity and values of their school community.

Curiosity: The secret weapon of exceptional regional leaders

In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, regional leaders face unique challenges. They must navigate rapidly changing circumstances and often work with limited resources compared to city-based counterparts. In this environment, one leadership quality rises above the rest: curiosity.

What’s up doc?

Wayne Hawthorne. Training to be a doctor is more than just medicine it seems, at least in Papua New Guinea (PNG) where medicos need to be a Jack of all trades. This is what Naracoorte Men’s Probus found out when Dr David Mills spoke recently. It was a valuable insight into Dr Mills 20-plus years and continuing input in PNG.

Finding the right balance of mental health support

In regional and rural areas, where mental health issues are higher and professional services are lower, digital-only self-help tools can only go so far. Researchers are recruiting young participants and their parents to test an innovative new program specifically designed for young Australians in rural and regional communities who experience anxiety.

New Indonesian school milk program set to create opportunities for Australian dairy: Rabobank

Australia’s dairy sector may be the beneficiary of a new school milk program being implemented in Indonesia.

From Hay to Darwin – an ANZAC Day trek

When Savannah and Lane Mohr lived in Darwin they attended ANZAC Day services to represent their schools in Humpty Doo and Darwin. They also attended Adelaide River's dawn service before beginning their education ... This year they did something special ...

Quiz #14/2025 – ANZAC Day commemoration quiz

Brush up on your history, mate. This ANZAC quiz is no walk in the park. 1. What does ANZAC stand for?2. In what year did...

Are you a credible leader? Take the self-test

In the world of leadership, credibility is your currency. Credibility is the basis of all leadership. Without it, influence wanes, trust crumbles, and motivation in your team falters. There is a difference between being a leader and just someone in charge. The difference between the two is credibility.

Entrepreneur festival back with a splash

Are you ready to ride the wave of innovation and entrepreneurship? Sunshine Coast’s flagship entrepreneur festival, FWD>>>FEST 25, is back from May 7–9, bringing together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, investors, policymakers, creatives and corporates.

Yanco Ag students win major prizes at 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show

Yanco Agricultural High School. Yanco Agricultural High School has had remarkable success at the Royal Easter Show in Sydney, winning the coveted school produce display category and individual awards for students. Principal Marni Milne said the win was much sought-after by the school, after placing second in the category in the previous three years.

Narrandera High School Angora show team’s success at Sydney Royal

Narrandera High School. Narrandera High School Agriculture Angora show team returned home victorious from the 2025 Sydney Royal Show last week ... It was a massive day of judging in the open and school Stud Angora Show ring. The students and their animals were rewarded with many placings ...

Employment pathway trainee pilot program delivered on Groote: Edgington

For the first time, an employment pathway trainee pilot program for Aboriginal health workers and practitioners is being delivered on Groote Eylandt. Minister for Health Steve Edgington said it would provide a closer-to-home learning pathway for Aboriginal people in the region to pursue a career in health.

Easter bilby news

The Australian alternative Easter emblem, the bilby, is iconic but at risk. Bilbies once occupied much of arid and semi-arid Australia but have disappeared from about three quarters of their historic range.

Year 9 Bushwalk Camp: Students at the Grampians

In Week 10 of Term 1, eleven Year 9 students and four staff members took part in the annual Bushwalk Camp – an experience designed to challenge, inspire and create lasting memories. Due to the impact of summer bushfires, this year’s camp looked a little different, with the route re-planned to explore the beautiful northern section of the Grampians National Park, which remained unaffected.

Quiz #13/2025

Spring into action with this Easter-themed quiz! 1. What is the traditional Easter flower?2. What is the holiday called that takes place directly before...

Quiz #12/2025

Feeling sharp? Yeah... betcha this quiz will beat ya. 1. From 1977 to 2019 where was the World Surf League’s Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast surfing...

Quiz #11/2025

Think you know trivia? These 20 questions will sort the experts from the rest. 1. What sport do the Harlem Globetrotters play?2. Which Andrew Lloyd...

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