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Gus Ridder

Originally from Melbourne but now based in Euroa, Gus joined North East Media at the beginning of 2022. He has a particular interest in writing stories that celebrate the achievements of locals, in addition to covering local politics and sports. Any news tips can be sent to gridder@nemedia.com.au

Health

New CEO for Euroa Health

THE board of Euroa Health Inc (EHI) has announced that Mr Tony Holland will commence in the role of chief executive officer, effective May 15. Mr Holland was most recently the general manager at Donate Life Victoria, leading a team of 75 medical and...

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22 Mar 2023

Euroa Gazette People and Lifestyle

Tommy’s ride to reach Euroa

AS part of his inspiring journey to reach the four furthest parts of the country, stroke survivor Tommy Quick will be stopping in Euroa later this month. Mr Quick’s journey is an incredible story of overcoming adversity. After suffering a stroke at...

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15 Mar 2023

Euroa Gazette Council

Mid–year budget review endorsed after rescissions

FOLLOWING an extraordinary council meeting held last week, the decision to not endorse a mid–year budget review has been rescinded. This mid–year review was put forward to council in an initial meeting at the end of February by director of...

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08 Mar 2023

People and Lifestyle

Game, set, match for tennis coach Greg Rowe

LOCAL tennis coach Greg Rowe has announced his retirement, ending his career as a much–loved instructor and hitting partner for many of the region’s tennis players. Mr Rowe first came to the region during COVID, immediately finding that some of...

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08 Mar 2023

Community

Connor’s Erg finishes with massive funds raised

EUROA locals have come together over the past month to raise much needed funds and awareness for children with brain cancer, totalling $58,602 from their fantastic efforts. The Euroa Gym hosted the Connor’s Erg Challenge, hosted by the Robert Connor...

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08 Mar 2023

Euroa Gazette Community

Push continues for female change room upgrade

A GROUP of determined locals are pushing for significant upgrades to the female change rooms at Euroa’s Memorial Oval. Several women of all ages, along with partners and supporters, gathered at the Euroa netball courts next to the Memorial Oval to...

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01 Mar 2023

Community

BlazeAid looks for volunteers

BLAZEAID, a volunteer–based organisation that works with families and individuals in rural Australia after natural disasters such as fires and floods, is seeking more people to assist them. Working alongside the rural families, BlazeAid volunteers...

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01 Mar 2023

Community

EuroaConnect has their say on ARTC

AS the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) continues community consultation with the Euroa community, local group EuroaConnect says it’s time to focus attention on the detailed design of the rail underpass and associated precinct development...

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01 Mar 2023

Euroa Gazette Politics and Government

Funding suggestions made to Treasurer ahead of Federal Budget

THE Federal Government must invest in roads, housing and community infrastructure across Indi in the next Budget, says Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines. Dr Haines has released the Indi Budget Submission ahead of the 2022–23 Budget...

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01 Mar 2023

Infrastructure and Transport

Nationals MPs discuss Inland Rail with the ARTC

THE Nationals Member for Northern Victoria, Gaelle Broad, and Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, have hosted the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) at Parliament to discuss upcoming Inland Rail works across the region. With the Tottenham to...

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01 Mar 2023