Opinion

Priority seat sittersAnother lovely weekend afternoon recently, and another diabolical experience returning from the city on the Seymour Line.To V/Line’s credit, they did put...

Thanks for supportI EXPRESS my deep appreciation to readers across Victoria who supported The Smith Family’s 2026 Back to School Appeal.This is the fourth...

Fire factsI am writing as a local resident regarding recent commentary about the fire at the former church site in Kilmore.Firstly, it is important...

HIGH STANDARDWallan’s triumph in the GDCA women’s A-grade grand final was a highlight occasion for the female game. Magpies' skipper Megan Farrell produced a...

Am I the only person in the entire world that loses socks?I can go into a shop and buy six pairs of identical black...

Working together to reduce bushfire riskAs we move into autumn, we reflect on the challenges brought by recent extreme heat and bushfires across our...

Welcome rainThe recent rainfall across our region is very welcome. After a long dry spell, it has brought much-needed relief for farmers, families, and...

The days that followed the fireIn the days since the Longwood fires, I have seen things I won’t forget.I have seen people turn up...

By Fran ClelandAhhh back to school for a new year.I think school teachers feel the need to torture the parents of their pupils.It’s the...

Long road aheadI must say congratulations to all those people, especially the chefs at the Seymour RSL, for looking after those affected by the recent...