Layton Holley

Sydney

Journalist at The Border Mail

Aspiring Journalist studying at Macleay College, Sydney Email: [email protected] Message for Tor email.

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Articles

'Radio silence': principal's job in limbo as confusion reigns over school's future

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

President of the Bandiana Primary School Parents Club, Meagan Hill, is asking the government to provide clarity on the future of her children's school. Picture by Phoebe AdamsParents and a North East MP are rallying behind a popular principal as uncertainty surrounds the Victorian government's promised smooth transition for Bandiana Primary School.
The double trouble dozen: meet the six sets of twins taking over Year 7

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

Albury High School has 6 sets of twins starting Year 7 - Flavia and Cinzia Vinayak, 11, Farren and Piper Hudson-Triffett, 12, Sylvie and Maurice Brown, 12, Joseph and Jeremy Bulcock, 12, Charlotte and Piper Lees, 12 with Harry and Finn Bridgeman, 12. Picture by Mark JesserStudents at Albury High School might want to check twice before saying hello to their new classmates this year.
All aboard: historic steam locomotive to visit Albury for first time in decades

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Mark Jesser |Layton Holley

Victorian Railways locomotive R766 now operated by The Picnic Train. Picture supplied. Albury is emerging as a key destination for heritage rail tourism, with growing interest in historic train journeys bringing increasing numbers of visitors to the region.
Riverina public schools face major funding changes: how did yours fare?

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

2025 will see a shake-up public school funding across the Border, with Corowa South Public School seeing the biggest increase and Gerogery Public School taking the biggest cut. Pictures suppliedPublic schools in the southern Riverina will see funding changes in 2025, with some receiving major boosts while others face significant cuts.
'Deadly within minutes': shocking number of people locked in hot cars on Border

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

Data from Ambulance Victoria shows that paramedics were called to six cases of people being locked in a car in Wangaratta this summer, and 12 in Wodonga. Picture by James WiltshireWith the Border in the grip of a prolonged heatwave, paramedics are urging residents to never leave children or elderly people in parked cars.
Fears of increased court backlogs as government moves to close justice centres

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

The NSW government will close its Community Justice Centres by June 30, sparking fears further pressure will be placed on the justice system. File imageThe NSW government's decision to close the state's Community Justice Centres by June 30 has sparked concerns it will put further strain on Albury court and other parts of the judicial system. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Property market surges with out-of-town investors dominating auctions

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

This home at 264 Vickers Road, Lavington, sold for $630,000. Picture suppliedThe 2025 property market is off to a flying start as buyers, mainly out-of-town investors, compete for homes in Albury. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Man flown to hospital in serious condition following late-night stabbing

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

A man has been flown to hospital and another has been arrested following a stabbing in Benalla. File pictureA man has been flown to hospital after an alleged stabbing in Benalla overnight. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Driver taken to hospital after rolling his car in single-vehicle crash

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital in a stable condition after he rolled his car in Leneva. File pictureA man has escaped serious injury after he rolled his car in Leneva. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
'Some risks are too high': overwhelming opposition to Lake Hume battery plant

2 months ago | bordermail.com.au | Layton Holley

A sign at a neighbouring property to the proposed Hume North BESS on Trout Farm Road, Lake Hume Village. Picture by Mark JesserThe proposed battery storage hub at Lake Hume has drawn significant opposition, with 77 of the 78 submissions received during the consultation period voicing concerns about its potential impact. Subscribe now for unlimited access.