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Corryong Courier

Established 1894.

Published every Thursday.

Circulating in the Upper Murray and surrounding districts.

Print and digital editions.

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Latest articles

On debut

The 2025 Anglican Debutante Ball group.

Batteries boost energy benefits

Home batteries are set to change the energy landscape with household subsidies to solar and storage systems to deliver benefits to household power bills and take strain off the energy grid, according to Member for Indi, Helen Haines ... "The scheme starts on July 1st but batteries can be purchased and installed now and be eligible for the subsidy in the new financial year.

Cemetery walk unearths hidden stories

Mark Collins, Corryong Courier
Community
Encouraged by the interest and support shown over previous years, the Upper Murray Historical Society recently held a walk through the old Corryong Pioneer Cemetery ... Choc Thompson spoke of his own family's interesting history and the events that brought them to settle in Corryong. The Thompsons, headed by Lewis Thompson, were noted saddlers ...

Earlier articles

Drought support needed

The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) is calling on the Victorian government to urgently ramp up drought support measures as farmers across the state face worsening conditions and the real threat of business failure … the VFF says the government must seize the opportunity to deliver immediate relief to drought-affected regions and invest in long-term preparedness and resilience.

It’s a Haines hatrick

Mark Collins, Corryong Courier
Federal politics
Supporters of Independent Member for Indi, Helen Haines, celebrate with her after her record third victory in Saturday’s federal election. Dr Haines’ predecessor, Cathy McGowan, took the seat from the LNP Coalition in 2023 and held it for two terms before handing the reins to Dr Haines for the 2019 election.

Mum’s community spirit passed on

Mark Collins, Corryong Courier
Community
After watching her mother, Lisa, work on the frontline as an Ambulance Victoria Ambulance Community Officer in Corryong, Maisie Pilli was inspired to follow in her footsteps. Volunteering runs deep in the Pilli family with Maisie and her siblings already being members of the CFA.

Brothers-in-arms come home

Mark Collins, Corryong Courier
History & heritage
It is 30 years since they last hung in the Upper Murray but now portraits of two brothers have found a new home at the Corryong RSL Hall. William Malcolm Chisholm and Colin John Chisholm both served in WWI and were wounded in action.

Rare extension made to restrictions

The Fire Danger Period (FDP) will be extended in parts of Victoria including Towong Shire for the first time since 2019, as unseasonably dry conditions continue to elevate fire risk. A lack of rainfall has left vegetation in the state's South West and parts of the North East susceptible to fire ignition, with some areas as dry as they were during the devastating 1982/83 fire season.

Local talent steps up

Mark Collins, Corryong Courier
Motorsport
Some of the toughest riders in the country took on the 'Kosi Killer' leg of the Australian Hard Enduro Championships at Towong Upper on the weekend. With 224 competitors battling through punishing terrain and brutal conditions, it was an unforgettable event that showcased the grit and talent of Australia's best.

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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

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