Deniliquin Pastoral Times
Deni tempts Tones
“Get Tones Deniliquin.” That’s been one of the most common catchphrases in the local area this week, as a cam‑ paign launched by the Aussie singer/songwriter generates a frenzy across the country. Tones, who broke on to the international music scene...
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Strong demand drives solid results
Strong buyer interest and favourable prices delivered a successful outcome at the annual Deniliquin Store Sheep Sale on Friday. More than 12,000 head sold for a total of $2,623,018, resulting in an average of $217.56. The sale, hosted by the...
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2026 RURAL AND REGIONAL SCHOOL TRAVEL
Applications for free school travel will need to be completed online instead of using a paper form. You still need to contact Dyson Group at 89 McCrabb Road Deniliquin or phone (03) 9463 3987 TO CONfiRM yOUR ROUTE AND BE ALLOCATED A TIME AND PICK UP...
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Cooler conditions greet swimmers in Deni
Almost 120 young swimmers from across the district converged on Deniliquin on Saturday for the Deniliquin Swim Club’s long course meet. About 30 Deniliquin club members participated in the Southern Inland Swimming Association qualifying event, many of...
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Dry and lifeless
Tennant Park has been left to wither away to a dry paddock, prompting families in the west of Deniliquin to demand urgent action. The park - which sits between Laman and Davies courts - is so dry, the only colour in the space is play equipment, which...
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Percy is first baby of 2026
Having your first child is a special moment for any parent, but when he’s the first born at Deniliquin Hospital in 2026 it’s extra exciting. Percy Thomas Willis arrived into the world at 2.37pm on Friday, January 2. Mum Kelsey O’Reilly had been in...
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Fires ignite chaos
Gulpa Island in the Murray Valley National Park has been razed by fire after what firefighters have described as an ‘illegal’ campfire. And it’s not the only blaze to have started this week as a result of ‘illegal’ activity. Three small fires were...
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CWA raises $7000 for acts of Kindness
In just six months, the reestablished Country Women’s Association Deniliquin branch has made a significant impact in the local community, raising almost $7000 and delivering hundreds of essential items to support children in foster care. The branch...
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Dunns pick up $5000 for Xmas
One local couple is heading into Christmas with a little extra cheer after winning the Deniliquin Pastoral Times’ Think B4U Click Christmas campaign. Liz and Troy Dunn had their name plucked for the $5000 prize during Friday night’s Edward River...
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PRIME COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT - STRONG TENANT
This modern commercial property presents a rare opportunity to secure an investment within the highly sought-after medical practitioner and medical hub sector. Leased to a strong and established tenant with a multi-geographical and interstate...
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Demo has begun
Thirty three small buildings will be added to the Deniliquin High School site from this week, as work begins to ensure all students can return to the campus from Term 1 next year. After announcing the proposed time frame last week, work began in...
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Facing the task
Staff and students of Deniliquin High School are already back to a full education workload, even as they still come to terms with the news some of their peers were allegedly involved in the fire that destroyed a large portion of the school. Despite...
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First ‘major’ silver
In its first year classified as a “major” event, the 2024 Deni Ute Muster has been recognised on the state stage. Historically competing in the ‘regular’ Festival & Events section, it was elevated to compete in Major Festivals & Events and won...
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DENILIQUIN
563 Harfleur St 4 2 2 AUCTION: Saturday, February 14 at 12 noon on-site (unless sold prior) LAND SIZE: 1.1ha OPEN HOME: Saturday, November 29 from 11.45am to 12.30pm CONTACT: Ray White Real Estate Deniliquin. 5881 1000
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Trees to stay
A long-running saga over the future of the plane trees in End St is over, with the trees to remain in place. Council last week considered the findings of a fourth report on the health and impact of the trees. Based on its findings, council staff and...
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Land sorted, now we need funding
An additional 110-place childcare facility could be operational in Deniliquin by 2028. River Region Early Education (RREE) and Edward River Council have joined forces to push the plans forward, to help ease a long-running childcare access crisis which...
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Tributes flow for respected farmer, pilot and family man
Rural c o mmunities across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland are mourning the loss of farming entrepreneur and pilot George Grimwade. He is being remembered for his leadership, generosity and love of family - after his tragic death last...
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MAYOR COLUMN
It is hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner and soon after that we will be celebrating Australia Day. I’m pleased to share the news that I will be conducting a citizenship ceremony and that twelve people will have Australian...
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Man hunt in forest
A man has been charged following a dramatic cross-border police operation which concluded in Mathoura on Thursday afternoon. The significant police presence associated with the operation sparked troublesome rumours, with some community members...
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Deni Rodeo collects Hall of Fame honour
After almost 75 years, the Deniliquin Rodeo Committee has been inducted into the Australian Professional Rodeo Association (APRA) Hall of Fame This was officially recognised at the APRA presentation dinner which took place last week in Warwick,...
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Milestone weekend recognises legends
As part of the tenth anniversary of the Deniliquin Truck Show & Industry Expo six district transport drivers have been inducted into the Deniliquin & District Transport Wall of Fame. A huge weekend of industry celebrations were kicked off at a special...
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Ameerah’s creativity wows judges
At just 10 years old, Ameerah Clancy is already an avid writer. And she’s just received the confidence boost she needs to keep exploring her love of words. The Year 4 Edward Public School student was one of just 13 people from across the state to...
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Springing into racing action at Deni
A beautiful spring day greeted the crowds that flocked for the Deniliquin Gold Cup Races on Saturday. Good weather meant a full complement of racing and trackside action, erasing all memory of the races being washed out last year. Guests came filing...
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Movement slows
Movement of the Napier St footpaths appears to have slowed, but monitoring will continue over coming months. Edward River Council commissioned surveys earlier this year when significant movement and gaps between the footpath and buildings started to...
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Fair pay demand
Moves are afoot to get councillors in rural areas a pay increase of more than $40,000 a year. The same campaign also attempts to get an additional deputy mayor’s fee for the first time, and mayors an increase of more than $70,000 a year. The push is...
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Poised to act
“We have two (childcare) projects ready for investment, and with the right partnerships we can transform this challenge into an opportunity.” That was the message Mayor Ashley Hall impressed on NSW parliamentarians attending the Deni Ute Muster last...
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Surprise duet for Muster supporters
Long-time supporters and sponsors of this year’s Deni Ute Muster were treated to a surprise superstar duet at the formal official opening of the event on Friday afternoon. Kasey Chambers was organised to perform at the chairman’s reception, but was...
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Muster Spirit fires up in the CBD
A new idea on how to extend the Deni Ute Muster celebrations has been hailed a huge success. An expanded Spirit of the Muster festival had Cressy St buzzing with excitement on Wednesday, which reverberated across the whole community. With so much on...
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Demand for solutions
Once considered “invisible” in Deniliquin, homelessness has transitioned from mostly ‘couch surfing’ to an increase in ‘rough sleepers’ in public spaces. An increasing number of people living in public camping areas, in makeshift ‘tent communities’,...
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Ruby marks a long life well-lived
Ruby McMillan has marked a long life rich in family, hard work, and community spirit. Deniliquin’s latest centenarian was born on September 19, 1925 on a farm in Urana. She was one of six children, growing up alongside three brothers and two...
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Rams are in the big dance
Congratulations to the Deniliquin Rams fourths footballers who have won their way to a Murray League grand final this weekend. Playing in Nathalia, the young Rams defeated Moama by eight points to secure their appearance. They now take on Cobram this...
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Rovers play host
The countdown to the much anticipated Picola League grand final day is almost over. The final matches of the 2025 season will be hosted at Deniliquin’s Memorial Park tomorrow. The town will receive an influx of visitors, with four grades of football...
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Pretty Pine pushes on for all the dads
A few clouds and a bit of rain couldn’t stop the annual Pretty Pine Father’s Day Expo & Market on Sunday. The commitment of community members shone through on the special day for dads. Despite the drizzly weather, gates opened as planned at 10am,...
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KURRAJONG ESTATE – DENILIQUIN’S PREMIER NEW SUBDIVISION NOW COMPLETED!
Kurrajong Estate, Deniliquin’s newest high-quality subdivision, is now complete. Perfectly positioned in the heart of town, just 1km from the CBD, this is your chance to secure a block in a premium location. Enjoy the convenience of: • Easy access...
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Stop revisited
The proposal for a dedicated heavy vehicle rest stop is back on the drawing board in Deniliquin. Edward River Council plans to request funding for the development of a rest stop through the Safer Local Roads and Heavy Vehicle Rest Area...
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BRAND NEW HOME IN TOP LOCATION WITH A BIG PRICE REDUCTION
Take the stress out of building with this brand-new home, showcasing quality inclusions from top to bottom. The design pays tribute to the original property, with preserved cast-iron lacework at the front and a charming bullnose verandah. Perfectly...
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Introducing the modern media app for a Deniliquin view of the world
This is about much more than where you get your news. This is where your community and the wider world come to life. Stories that matter. Voices that inspire. Podcasts, playlists, videos, puzzles — all in one perfectly simple place. For staying close....
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Local control restored
Local control has been restored at the Deniliquin Swim Centre and Hydrotherapy Pool. Following a competitive process, during which three tenders were received, Edward River Council has awarded a three year management contract to the Deniliquin Aquatic...
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Top prize caps off big night
Intereach was the toast of the Deniliquin Business Excellence Awards on Friday night. After winning two other awards during the gala awards evening, the local organisation was named the 2025 Business of the Year. The annual event, hosted by the...
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Finals fever hits
Final fever is upon us, and the Deniliquin Rovers are steaming into it en masse. They are the only club in the league to have all its eligible netball and football teams make the finals' series, which starts tomorrow. It is also believed to be the...
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All we need is time
The Albanese Government could send the Australian rice industry offshore, compromising hundreds of jobs, because of the manner in which it is approaching water policy. And all the industry wants is time to evolve with new technologies and...
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Bank withdraws
Mathoura will lose its face-to-face Bendigo Bank service from October 17 this year. The agency - which was co-located with Murray River Council’s Mathoura Visitor and Business Centre - is one of 28 offices set to shut later this year due to declining...
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Shaping the future
Edward River Council has the capacity to ‘shape the region’s future’, but must be given the opportunity to lead the process. This was the message delivered to the NSW inquiry into the Impacts of the Water Amendment (Restoring Our Rivers) Act 2023 on...
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Court date set
Irrigators who feel they have suffered a loss of production and income as a result of water management decisions will finally have their day in court. A class action against the Murray-Darling Basin Authority and Commonweath Government will be heard...
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Threat revealed
“Murray I rrigation Limited and its shareholders do not support and will not assist with water purchase programs in our footprint.” That is one of the messages that will be impressed on the politicians who come to Deniliquin on Tuesday with the NSW...
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Big market to end NAIDOC
Another successful NAIDOC Week has come to an end in Deniliquin. The highlight of the week was the NAIDOC Koori Market, which brought an influx of people into the Deniliquin CBD on Thursday. The market is hosted by the Deniliquin Local Aboriginal...
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Strong biz interest
Don’t let the occasional empty shop fool you; there’s still strong business interest in investing in Deniliquin. While some of the bigger commercial spaces in Deniliquin’s CBD remain in limbo - including the prime Cressy St spot recently vacated by...
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Chaos on the roads
Emergency services are urging caution on local roads after three potentially life-threatening incidents in one week across the district. Mid Murray Rural Fire Service firefighters were especially kept busy, attending two crashes and one truck...
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Rural party push
Moves are afoot to establish a political party to better advocate for the needs of rural communities in NSW Parliament. Endorsing the attempt to form The Rural Party is our Member for Murray Helen Dalton. While saying she will remain an independent...
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Embracing culture early with workshop
NAIDOC Week is fast approaching, but schools are wasting no time in celebrating early. As NAIDOC Weeks falls during the school holidays, activities are being organised for before the end of term this Friday. At Deniliquin South School, students were...
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Get behind Ally’s ‘Cut For A Cause’ this weekend
Ally McKenzie’s six-week campaign for The National Breast Cancer Foundation comes to a head this Sunday, when she cuts off roughly 67cm of her long blonde hair. Ally was inspired to undertake this initiative when two regular customers of her...
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New fee, activity cuts backlash
Local men and their families are protesting changes to their weekly men’s group, which they say reduce activities but now forces them to pay extra to attend. First, members of the Intereach men’s group were told their regular day trips would be...
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Order lifted
A ministerial order which has been hanging over Edward River Council for almost a year has been officially lifted. The Performance Improvement Order was issued by the NSW Minister for Local Government in July last year, due to multiple unresolved...
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PJ day uncovers the importance of giving
With the thick layer of fog blanketing Deni on Friday morning, the students at St Michael’s Primary School were happy to don their pyjamas and the craziest of hairstyles for school. The annual Vinnies PJ Day tradition is a chance to spread their...
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New citizens embrace Deniliquin life
Three Deniliquin residents were sworn in as Australian citizens on Tuesday. The ceremony was held at the Deniliquin Town Hall, where Mayor Ashley Hall presented Eva Hare, Melody Eugenio, and Thi Hong Dong with their official citizenship...
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Ewe beaut racing event despite poor weather
Even through cold and wet conditions, the Deniliquin Rovers Football & Netball Club pushed ahead with one of its social fundraising events at the weekend. The club’s annual sheep races were held at Memorial Park on Sunday, with off field bragging...
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Price fails farmers
Higher dairy prices for consumers and fewer farmers. They are some of the possible consequences of farm gate milk prices falling short of expectation. NSW processors have now announced opening milk prices for the 2025-26 season, with prices ranging...
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Water inquiry in Deni
The Federal Government’s policies on water recovery are putting agriculture and rural communities at risk. That is one of the messages likely to be impressed, again and again, on members of a parliamentary inquiry when it comes to Deniliquin next...
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Milk’s the super food powering Edward River
This Sunday is World Milk Day, and local producers say it’s the perfect time to celebrate the importance of the industry to the region. The Edward River local government area is home to a thriving dairy industry, powered by 15 dedicated family-owned...
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Youth project gets hall
The long disused Country Women’s Association Hall in Deniliquin is set to become a dedicated youth centre. It will be established by local youth for local youth, with community and business support. A group known as the Deniliquin Youth Initiative...
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Deni rallies for cancer support at morning tea
The wind may have been cold, but the cuppas were hot and the treats were tasty enough to make venturing out worth it on Thursday. Community members flocked to the Deniliquin CBD in support of the annual Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser. Hosted by...
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Players, supporters unite for indigenous round
The Deniliquin Rams Football & Netball Club had an added level of celebration during the club’s indigenous round at the Hardinge St oval and courts on the weekend. The designated round was an opportunity for the club to celebrate the impact of...
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Art project brings ‘Utetopia’ to the Muster
A new art installation which celebrates the colour and the fun of the Deniliquin Ute Muster has been added to the famous event site. The mural was designed by internationally recognised artist, Anthony Breslin, who spent time working in the area on a...
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Fun for the firefighters of tomorrow
A large group of possible future community heroes honed their firefighting skills at the Fire + Rescue NSW open day in Deniliquin on Saturday. A wave of interested families flocked to the George St station for a look behind the scenes, and to meet the...
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Deniliquilters to take over church
The intricate work of 35 members of the Deniliquilters & Friends Group will be on show this weekend, with a special ‘Quilts Over The Pews’ exhibition. The name refers to the unique location for the showcase - at St Paul’s Anglican Church. The two-day...
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Home lost but ‘we have our lives’
Friday started just like any other day for Fiona Smith. She got up, got her 11 year-old son Charlie ready and took him to school. But on returning home, things took a turn for the worst. Pulling up in the driveway of the Finley Rd home, Fiona could...
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Nutrien want your help to bring Dolly’s Dream to life
In the first two years participating in the Do It For Dolly Day fundraisers, Nutrien Deniliquin has raised more than $15,000 for the anti-bullying charity Dolly’s Dream. This year, Nutrien invites Deniliquin and district to help reach a total...
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A salute to our ANZAC heroes
As the familiar rat-a-tat of the drums echoed down Cressy St on Friday morning, hundreds rose to their feet as the Anzac Day march made its way to the Deniliquin Cenotaph. Five drummers in perfect unison set the pace of the procession stretching...
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Green light secures $5m
A funding allocation of $5 million for Edward River Council has been secured with a decision on which renewable energy projects will go ahead in the South West Renewable Energy Zone. And more community grant funding has been promised as a result of...
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New Deni shop gutted by fire
When firefighters arrived at the burning DeniMart building in Napier St on Good Friday, the front window had already smashed as a result of the fire’s intensity. Medium-sized flames were leaping out of the building. While some firefighters quickly...
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Firefighters rattle tins for kids' care
If you see our Deniliquin Fire + Recue NSW firefighters out in force today, it’s not necessarily because of a fire. They will be in the community rattling tins for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. The brigade has long volunteered to...
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