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The Wangaratta Chronicle is the primary newspaper for the city of Wangaratta in North East Victoria, published by North East Media. For more than 125 years, this local newspaper has been an integral part of the community, capturing and sharing the views, lifestyles, dreams, issues, and characters of its residents.

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Indigo Interview: A love of teaching

1 week ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

KAYLA Collier grew up in Yackandandah, attended Beechworth Secondary College and moved to Beechworth after getting married to her husband, Will Collier in 2016. Will also went to the college and has lived in the town his whole life. The couple have two young children. What do you do workwise? I went to Charles Sturt University in Thurgoona to complete a Bachelor of Education.
Indigo Interview: A love of building community connections to make a difference

2 weeks ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

GEORGIA O’Connor grew up in Barwon Heads and moved to Beechworth 11 years ago with her husband. What do you do workwise? I look after our two little kids and work part-time as a community wellbeing officer for the Rural City of Wangaratta. I also support my husband’s business Halliday Design. What brought you to your role/career?
Indigo Interview: A loved career in early childhood education

2 weeks ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

MARGARET Carey was born in the NSW country town of Yass and lived in Sydney for many years. When she and her husband retired, the couple eventually settled in Stanley in 2023, drawn to the area for its music, art and natural beauty. What did you do workwise?
Indigo Interview: Singing with a big heart

3 weeks ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

TILLY Pinn was born in Rutherglen and has lived in the town her whole life. Her dad has lived there his whole life too, and Tilly’s mum came from the farming community of Daysdale. What do you do workwise? I work at Chambers Rosewood Vineyards as a vineyard worker. I’m currently being trained to take over from our current vineyard manager, a role that is as daunting as it is exciting.
Three loves fill Ted’s life

1 month ago | nemedia.com.au | Andy Wilson

TED Baghel is a centenarian with a cheerful trove of memories that he rolls out with a clarity as if they happened yesterday. For Ted, it seems that they did just that and on Friday, 28 February he celebrated his 100th birthday luncheon at Fowles Wine with close friends and his son John. A sharp man and quick off the mark, Ted has much to say about the three loves he has had in the world.
Indigo Interview: Passionate about community

1 month ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

MALLORY Watson grew up in Mudgegonga where her parents still live. After travelling around Australia with her husband Tim, the couple moved back to the North East and have lived in Stanley for almost two years. What do you do workwise? I manage and clean a holiday rental in Bright and the little cottage we have on our property as well. Recently, I also took on the role of assistant coordinator at the Stanley Post Office.
Indigo Interview: Loving a tree change

1 month ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

EVE Revill was born and raised in Melbourne. Five months ago with her partner Oli, the couple moved to Beechworth. “We did a year of travelling the world beforehand and realised we were craving a tree change, with a good community and Beechworth has provided,” she said. What do you do workwise? I work as an occupational therapist focussing on mental health. I work with wonderful people across the lifespan, to create a space to support them to build their independence and improve wellbeing.
NAPLAN anxiety help available

1 month ago | nemedia.com.au | Andy Wilson

WITH Victorian students sitting down to NAPLAN this week, many students and parents may be feeling stressed or worried. Parenting advocacy group Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) has provided experts to discuss test-related anxiety with families and provide positive strategies and parental support.
Indigo Interview: A love of Rutherglen

1 month ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

Darren 'Tracka' Trevaskis was born in Deniliquin NSW. His parents moved to Rutherglen when he was two-years-old. “I really loved growing up in Rutherglen, have been here for 45 years and it’s great to be part of a small community,” he said. “I married my wife Emma in 2001 and have two daughters, Chloe and Sarah.” What do you do workwise?
Indigo Interview: A chance to give back

1 month ago | nemedia.com.au | Coral Cooksley

HELEN Lowndes was born in Beechworth and raised in Stanley on an apple, cherry and chestnut orchard. She left the area for extended periods of time, but something always drew Helen back to her hometown. What do you do workwise? My husband Gary and I own Beechworth Machinery & Mowers – I look after the bookwork, customer service and socials, while Gary is in the workshop with our mechanic. What brought you to your role/career?