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Blue-green algae warning for Cairn Curran

Blue-green algae warning for Cairn Curran. High levels of blue-green algae have been detected in Cairn Curran Reservoir and Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) is warning people to avoid all activities that require contact with the water. GMW will place warning signs around the lake which will remain in place while high levels of blue-green algae are…

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Chicken waste combustion frustration

Chicken waste combustion frustration. Residents living near broiler farms in Baringhup have expressed their concerns and frustration to councils, politicians and the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) after another fire broke out in a waste pile last week. In emails viewed by the Tarrangower Times, a resident (who has not given permission to be named publicly)…

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New farm fence signs raise awareness of wheel cactus threat

Helen Evans left and Lee Mead securing a new Wheel Cactus Farm Fence Sign. The Tarrangower Cactus Control Group (TCCG) has relaunched its Farm Fence Sign initiative to combat the ongoing Wheel Cactus problem in the region. Residents and visitors may have noticed updated Farm Fence Signs appearing across the area, reminding the community of…

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Contain your excitement for the CDS

The CDS collection point at Maldon Hardware. Be sure to deliver directly to Steve so he can count and allocate the refund to your favourite community group! The Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) is simpler than it seems and provides a great way for folks to recycle while supporting local community groups. All you need to…

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