The Corryong Courier has been bringing news to the Upper Murray and surrounding districts for over 100 years.
The Courier is printed once a week and offers locals, visitors and ex-residents the latest news for the area.
Managing Editor: Mark Collins
Corryong Courier
Established 1894.
Published every Thursday.
Circulating in the Upper Murray and surrounding districts.
Print and digital editions.
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Hub report focuses on freight shortfalls
The Murray Region Forestry Hub recently hosted its managers, representatives from relevant government agencies and industry groups at a conference. A number of items were listed for discussion as well as a packed field trip including the Visy Pulp and Paper Mill, Hyne Timber, Fire impacted plantation regrowth sites and a trip to Ardrossan to see first hand some of the fire infrastructure investment.
Worth the wait
Much needed rain yesterday put smiles on farmers' faces and also gave them a reason to head along to the opening of the new A-G Warehouse Store in Corryong along with local residents. More than 20 supplier partners were onsite ranging from seed, harvest supplies, fencing, animal health, farm supplies, workwear and stockfeed companies.
Are drones the new spraying solution?
A few years ago, Albury-based Rotor Solutions Australia embarked on a side business, the perfect partner to complement its helicopter services - drones. "It seemed like a good idea, clients were curious and the corporate companies we work for were already using them," said RSA general manager, Monique Acton-Adams ... "The reality was, whilst good in theory, it is only sometimes the case."
Corryong goes on show
The 116th Corryong Show proved once again to be a highlight on the Upper Murray calendar, drawing a strong crowd on Saturday and showcasing the best of local agriculture, entertainment, and community spirit. The event also included the Upper Murray Machinery Club rally which has only added to the spectacle.
Is there life after 90?
You betcha! Joan Boardman Sinclair recently celebrated her 90th birthday milestone by saddling up and heading bush with packhorse in tow. The acknowledged 'Queen of the High Country', riding in her father's stock saddle, still believes the world is a much better place from the back of a horse.
Run Upper Murray: Trailblazers faced a chilly challenge
A field of 75 trail runners competed in the second annual Run Upper Murray in the Thowgla Valley on Saturday. It was another unforgettable day of trail running, community celebration and high-country hospitality. With runners taking on either the 33km ‘Ultimate Challenge’ or the 16km ‘Summit Dash’, the event launched from the iconic Thowgla Hall...
Park blitz hits the mark
A 30-strong platoon of volunteers recently completed a significant planting project at Playles Hill Park in Corryong. In seven days, the industrious group amassed more than 280 hours of work ... One hundred locally extinct and critically endangered Banksia canei have also been included in the plantings.
First home buyers get whacked
The distance from Corryong to Khancoban is just 27kms but the gap between being able to buy a home is almost $45,000. "People looking to buy their first home in Corryong are paying almost $45,000 more than someone on the other side of the Murray River for the same priced property," according to Member for Benambra, Bill Tilley.
