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Your guide to the federal election – why, how, where and when to vote | Region Riverina

22 hours ago | regionriverina.com.au | Jen White

More than 1400 people around Australia have put their hand up to run as a candidate in the upcoming federal election. All Australians aged 18 and over will be voting for the candidate of their choice in both the House of Representatives and Senate. Given there’s always so much noise around election time, we’ve cut to the chase and prepared this guide on why, when, where and how you can vote. When is the federal election?
This elevated Turvey Park home offers stunning views and versatile living spaces

6 days ago | regionriverina.com.au | Shri Gayathirie Rajen

Imagine enjoying your morning coffee as the sun rises and casts a golden glow across your living spaces, or hosting evening gatherings with a picturesque backdrop. This Turvey Park home offers those opportunities. Located at 6 Beauty Point Avenue, the home offers a unique chance to embrace a lifestyle of comfort, elegance, and natural beauty. Fitzpatricks Real Estate agent Dayna Kahlefeldt said the home’s standout features were the stunning views and the open, light-filled spaces.
Naval officer earns university medal while serving

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Shri Gayathirie Rajen

Naval officer Anita Nemarich’s journey to attain her bachelor’s degree mirrored the demands, endurance and resilience of a long deployment in uncharted waters. Based in Canberra, Ms Nemarich recently graduated with a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology) from Charles Sturt University after nine years and received the Undergraduate University Medal – awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding academic ability and obtain a grade point average of 6.75 or higher.
Things to do in the Riverina this Easter long weekend (18 - 21 April)

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Shri Gayathirie Rajen

Whether you’re young, more senior, or young at heart, here’s how you can spend your Easter long weekend with friends and family in the Riverina. Make a day trip or spend the entire weekend in Griffith, with the Easter Party offering something for everyone. Easter isn’t the same without chocolate, and Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory has you covered for all the best fare.
'I’ve got 1000 rounds and I’m ready for war’: Man at centre of Wagga's Travers St siege jailed

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Oliver Jacques

The man at the centre of the infamous 17-hour Travers Street police siege in October 2022 will remain behind bars until at least early 2026, after being sentenced for multiple offences. Marcus Collins, 31, pled guilty to four charges: breaking and entering and committing a serious indictable offence; stealing a firearm; using an offensive weapon to avoid apprehension; and possessing a shortened firearm.
Police to investigate after fire destroys aircraft and equipment at Temora Airpark Estate

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Shri Gayathirie Rajen

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding an aircraft hangar fire that destroyed a plane and much of the contents of the hangar. Around 30 firefighters battled the blaze for nearly two hours after an aircraft caught fire inside the hangar in the Riverina. Emergency services were called to the Temora Airpark Estate last Wednesday (9 April) at 2:49 am following reports of a fire.
Wagga headspace set for an upgrade under Labor’s $1 billion mental health plan if re-elected

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Shri Gayathirie Rajen

Wagga Wagga’s youth mental health centre is set to benefit from the Federal Government’s $200 million upgrade to free, public mental health care backed by Medicare if Labor is re-elected. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the Labor Government’s $1 billion commitment to addressing gaps in support and expanding free mental health services to better meet the needs of all Australians.
Griffith Police issue warning after spate of vehicle break-ins in Collina, Willandra Gardens and Sidlow Road

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Oliver Jacques

Griffith Police have urged residents to keep their vehicles locked and not to keep valuables or garage door remotes in their cars, after a spate of break-ins last week. At about 6:30 pm on Tuesday (8 April) and the following night between 10:30 pm on Wednesday and 6 am on Thursday, a large number of residences and vehicles were broken into in Driver, Collina and Willandra Gardens estate, and the vicinity of Sidlow Road.
Griffith’s ‘Love Island’ car empire sees husband-and-wife duo take over dealership

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Oliver Jacques

Owen Motor Group has sold one of its businesses, Griffith City Volkswagen, to its employees Damian and Sarah Taranto, who take ownership of the brand after a year-long process. Damian, 35, and Sarah, 34, are among 10 staff who have met and married while working at the company known around town as ‘’Love Island’’. “Damian and I are really still newlyweds, so some might think it’s premature to go into a business partnership,” Sarah said.
Albury brings the beat to the streets through new busking program

1 week ago | regionriverina.com.au | Vanessa Hayden

Albury saxophonist Raphael Ennab is getting quite used to playing in front of a crowd. In fact, the 11-year-old is becoming so seasoned he says he’s ready to form a band. The Murray Conservatorium scholarship student can be found on weekends busking in various locations along Dean Street and is one of many taking advantage of council’s recent Bring the Beat to Albury Streets initiative.