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THORNTON local James Gilmore has been awarded a Francis Gregory Scholarship. James is the son of well-known local farmers, Stuart and Kelly Gilmore. James attended Alexandra Secondary College and has...

Interim CEO Claire Palmer speaks about services and plans for Alexandra hospital

By Alexandra Newspapers | May 21, 2026

CLAIRE Palmer took on the interim CEO role at Alexandra District Health (ADH) on April 20 and was asked about her plans for the hospital. She explained that the board...

Roos celebrate historic first point in Pride Round clash

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Alexandra Newspapers, a leading provider of news services in the Murrindindi Shire, would like to announced that its mastheads have been acquired by North East Media (NEM) effective July 1, 2026.

The transaction marks a significant milestone in the company’s history and positions the business for continued growth under new ownership.

The Alexandra Standard masthead was founded in 1868 and the Yea Chronicle in 1885. Through these newspapers, Alexandra Newspapers has built a strong reputation as a trusted and reliable news source for the Murrindindi Shire. Our print media service prides itself on trust, honesty and integrity.

We deliver every week over the year for the benefit of the community (Christmas holidays excluded). This is no mean feat.

The sale will officially go through with the new financial year so from July 1, North East Media will take control of the business and assets.

Customers can expect a seamless transition, with all existing services continuing uninterrupted.

NEM CEO Edward Higgins said the additional mastheads come with strong historic connections and award winning coverage of their towns and regional communities.

"They fit well with our regional papers at Mansfield and Euroa and will be supported by our Wangaratta based print and publishing technologies," he said

We want to thank all our customers, advertisers, and staff current and former, that have made the newspaper great. This decision was the right one and we have confidence that North East Media group is a very competent operator to take the paper into the future. ... See MoreSee Less

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Interim CEO Claire Palmer speaks about services and plans for Alexandra District Health.
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13 hours ago

WANTED ON WARRANTS.

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Matthew SPARKES. The 36 year old is wanted on multiple warrants and is thought to frequent Kilmore, Mt Evelyn, Seville and is a previous resident of Eildon.

He is described as having a fair complexion, dark hair, slim build and approximately 175cm tall.

Anyone who sights Matthew, or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppers.com.au ... See MoreSee Less