1+ hour, 46+ min ago  (238+ words) Jo Howell was installed as president of the Wangaratta Lions Club during Saturday night's changeover dinner held at the Wangaratta Turf Club. The evening of fellowship, celebration and reflection was well-attended by members, partners and guests, including Rural City of…...

1+ hour, 46+ min ago  (535+ words) ALL THE ACTION: With multiple clear and visible spectator viewing points around the circuit you won't miss a second of the action at this year's Winton Festival of Speed. Check out the exciting world of historic motorsport, smell the burning…...

1+ hour, 46+ min ago  (603+ words) WONDER: With big magic, big laughs and plenty of unexpected moments, Abracadabra, starring high-energy magician Luke Blaze, is set to bring wonder to Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday, 4 July at 11am. Families are being invited to step into…...

9+ hour, 42+ min ago  (372+ words) STARTING POINT: Road cycling was only one form of recreation that was covered in the Wheeled Activity Strategy 2025-2035. Narrow road shoulders and connectivity was flagged as a concern. A 10-year roadmap for the development of infrastructure for cyclists and other…...

9+ hour, 42+ min ago  (340+ words) RATIO BOOST: Northeast Health Wangaratta is among 26 Victorian hospitals set to see stronger nurse-to-patient ratios under planned state government legislation. Northeast Health Wangaratta is among 26 Victorian hospitals to see stronger nurse-to-patient ratios under planned state government legislation, with local intensive…...

9+ hour, 42+ min ago  (227+ words) Bakers are at the ready for the next Wangaratta RSL Women's Auxiliary Scone Drive. The auxiliary raised $2400 from its last scone drive in March, baking 76 dozen of the classic treats to delight locals' tastebuds, and preparations are happening in earnest…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (927+ words) Victorian drivers face several distinct challenges in the winter. Road conditions can be far more treacherous, and the weather tends to take a heavier toll on our vehicles. So if you're anxious about driving in winter, it may help to…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (1568+ words) Wangaratta Newcomers will hold their next gathering on Thursday 2 July from 2pm to 3. 30pm at Intermezzo Caf. Join the group for a cuppa, a chat and to meet some new people. For more information, phone Susan on 0412 497 183 or Ann on 0435 275 864. Centre Quilters…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (452+ words) Peter Simpson's recent evening spent in Melbourne's Pentridge Prison has raised more than $3600 for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) Wangaratta. The local resident and BBBS mentor was among 52 people who spent time at Pentridge on 19 June as part of fundraiser…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (249+ words) North East Media (NEM), the publisher of the Wangaratta Chronicle, has reached agreement with the Mott family to purchase The Alexandra Standard and The Yea Chronicle mastheads. NEM publisher Hartley Higgins said he was pleased with the agreement as the…...