Andy Wilson

3 weeks ago | nemedia.com.au | Andy Wilson

INLAND Rail is being accused of giving a last-minute ultimatum as it seeks to remove a large eucalyptus tree to improve the Frost Street underpass, according to the local group which represented the community during the IR planning process. The tree is being removed to allow disability access to the planned new underpass. Euroa Connect chair Jim Shovelton said Inland Rail was demanding the tree be removed or else the underpass will be closed.

3 weeks ago | nemedia.com.au | Andy Wilson

EUROA Library continues as the location for free health check-ups through winter and early spring as part of Primary Care Connect’s contribution to local health via their Community Paramedic at Clinic (CP@clinic) program. The not-for-profit Shepparton organisation is providing thorough health checks on Euroa locals every four Tuesdays until mid-October. CP@clinic’s resident peer worker Warren Broad is a former Euroa paramedic who runs the clinics.

3 weeks ago | euroagazette.com.au | Andy Wilson

INLAND Rail is being accused of giving a last-minute ultimatum as it seeks to remove a large eucalyptus tree to improve the Frost Street underpass, according to the local group which represented the community during the IR planning process. The tree is being removed to allow disability access to the planned new underpass. Euroa Connect chair Jim Shovelton said Inland Rail was demanding the tree be removed or else the underpass will be closed.

3 weeks ago | euroagazette.com.au | Andy Wilson

THE state government is still weathering criticism after having heeded calls from the opposition and crossbenches to extend drought relief statewide, releasing a further $37.7 million in funding on top of the $29.4m already offered to the southwest of the state. The Allan government announced on Friday afternoon it will extend its Drought Package to farmers in all LGAs and said in a statement that the latest weather data showed an anticipated ‘autumn break’ has not come.

3 weeks ago | euroagazette.com.au | Andy Wilson

VICTORIAN cattle farmers will soon be able to harness the benefits of virtual fencing and herding, with the state government agreeing to new regulations to allow the technology to be used. Minister for Agriculture Ros Spence recently announced the changes following engagement with industry, manufacturers, and researchers to understand the animal welfare impacts of the technology that will create better and more efficient farms.