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Have you seen Jack? Last seen in Strath Creek.Jack is missing.
The 34-year-old was last seen in Strath Creek at approximately 5am on Thursday 19 March.
Jack is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 188cm tall, with blue eyes, short brown hair and a tattoo of a sundial on one of his thighs. He was last seen wearing a Peak black cap, full sleeve orange hi-vis shirt, blue work pants and brown boots.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact Yea Police Station on (03) 5797 2630.
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THE annual Victorian Regional Show Societies Luncheon and Prize Announcements was held last Sunday at Kyneton Showgrounds with Yea taking out the two major awards for 2025. Link in comments.
Show winners at regional finals
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THE annual Victorian Regional Show Societies Luncheon and Prize Announcements was held last Sunday at Kyneton Showgrounds with Yea taking out the two major awards for 2025.2 CommentsComment on Facebook
THE Thornton Recreation Reserve was buzzing with energy last Thursday as over 60 supporters and players gathered to celebrate the official jumper presentation for the 2026 Thornton Eildon District Football & Netball Club (TEDFNC) women’s team. Link in comments.
Resilient Thornton-Eildon squad geared up for season opener
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THE Thornton Recreation Reserve was buzzing with energy last Thursday as over 60 supporters and players gathered to celebrate the official jumper presentation for the 2026 Thornton-Eildon Football Net...3 CommentsComment on Facebook
ONCE again, and possibly for the last time this season, common sense prevailed at Alexandra Golf Club and last Tuesday’s tee-off time was 9am, with a compact field of seven taking the start.
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Easter Challenge at Alexandra Golf Club
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ONCE again, and possibly for the last time this season, common sense prevailed at Alexandra Golf Club and last Tuesday’s tee-off time was 9am, with a compact field of seven taking the start.1 CommentsComment on Facebook
The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) is delighted to advise that Cr Damien Gallagher, Mayor of Murrindindi Shire Council, has been appointed to the VLGA board to fill a vacant position, effective immediately.
The term of Cr Gallagher’s appointment will be until 30 June 2028, at which time he will be eligible to stand for election.
Cr Gallagher has a strong focus on sound governance, careful stewardship of public resources, and long-term community wellbeing.
Cr Gallagher has represented Murrindindi Shire through the Municipal Association of Victoria, the Victorian Local Governance Association, and Rural Councils Victoria. In 2024, he chaired the Hume Region Local Government Network. In 2024 and again in 2026 he was appointed to the Local Government Minister’s Mayoral Advisory Panel, contributing to state‑level discussions on governance, resilience, and regional advocacy.
Cr Gallagher said he is looking forward to making a valuable and sustained contribution to the VLGA board and ensuring the VLGA continues to be recognised as a supportive and respected governance peak body for councils and councillors.
On behalf of the board and staff, VLGA President, Dr Josh Fergeus welcomes Cr Gallagher.
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