Campaspe News

05/09/2024

The former Rochester Police Station has been demolished to make way for a future site.

The flood-damaged former Rochester Police Station has been cleared, the first step towards a new permanent facility.

04/09/2024

Campaspe Health Expo impressed Rochy residents last week.

Rochester Town Hall was home to exhibitors and panellists as part of the Campaspe Health Expo, hosted by the Campaspe Shire Council flood recovery team on Wednesday,...

03/09/2024

Ladies' Day was recently hosted by the Rochester Men's Shed, hoping to make it a regular fixture.

Ladies were invited to the Rochester Men’s Shed to have a go at the group project or to work on their own.

29/08/2024

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29/08/2024

Rochester Town Market is set to return for spring and summer on Sunday, September 15.

Sunday, September 15 will see the Rochy Market launch for the spring and summer season.

28/08/2024

The 2024 Paris Paralympics officially begin with the opening ceremony before locals Col Pearse and James McQuillan do us proud in the pool and on the court.

Paris 2024 rolls on as the Paralympians take centre stage, with 11 days of action kicking off on Thursday.

27/08/2024

An Active August initiative, SR Health Wellness Clinic has hosted free Wellbeing Walks on Fridays.

Rochy has got on board with Active August, joining in on initiatives like the weekly community Wellbeing Walk.

26/08/2024

This Wednesday, August 28, Campaspe Health Expo will bring a range of exhibitors to Rochester Town Hall.

Guest speakers and exhibitors will be at town hall on Wednesday, August 28.

20/08/2024

Campaspe Cohuna LLEN has expanded their L2P learner driver program into town, with local young people, including Rochester Secondary College students, already taking up the opportunity.

CCLLEN has brought the L2P learner driver program to Rochester, Lockington and Elmore.

16/08/2024

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15/08/2024

Local prep students, including St. Joseph's Primary School Rochester and Rochester Primary School have celebrated 100 days of school.

Schools in Rochy and Elmore have marked 100 days down of prep with games and dress-ups.

15/08/2024

A Tatura man has been sentenced over a crash that killed a Rochester motorcyclist last year.

A Tatura man has been sentenced in court over a fatal crash that killed a Rochester motorcyclist.

14/08/2024

Rochester Sports Museum has added a valuable new piece to their collection thanks to former Richmond Football Club captain Trent Cotchin.

Former Richmond premiership captain donated a new addition to the Rochester Sports Museum

13/08/2024

Campaspe Library Service officially reopened Rochester Library at its original Mackay St site.

An afternoon tea was held to mark the Rochester Library renovations and relocation to Mackay St.

12/08/2024

A Tatura man has faced court over the death of a Rochester man in a fatal crash at Nanneella.

A Tatura man has faced court over a crash at Nanneella that killed a Rochester man.

08/08/2024

Students from Rochester Secondary College hosted a morning tea last Thursday, August 1 for the Kyabram and Echuca Red Hatters.

The Echuca and Kyabram Red Hatters groups enjoyed a morning tea at Rochester Secondary College on Thursday, August 1, served up by Rochy VET Hospitality students.

05/08/2024

Make a Change Australia is bringing the latest edition of their 'Let's talk about BIG weather' event series to Rochy this Friday.

The latest ‘Let’s talk about BIG weather’ event will acknowledge and celebrate the role of women in strengthening towns.

05/08/2024

Do you have a stunning home or garden to feature in the upcoming Our Home Magazine by the Riverine Herald/Campaspe News/Kyabram Free Press?

If you know of a house or garden in Rochester area that truly stands out, please send us a message!

01/08/2024

Rochester Business Network - Love Rochy hosted a breakfast for its members, chatting all things Rochy.

Rochester Business Network brought its members together for a free breakfast on Friday, July 26.

01/08/2024

Today marks the first day of Active August, an initiative by Rochester Business Network - Love Rochy to get Rochy up and moving.

Rochester Business Network is encouraging locals to get moving.

30/07/2024

A new director has joined the Rochester and Elmore District Health Service board.

Rochester and Elmore District Health Service has welcomed a new director to their board.

30/07/2024

Rochester Sports Museum has launched their local Olympian and Paralympian display.

The Olympic Games has kicked off in Paris, and to recognise the occasion, Rochester Sports Museum has unveiled a gold medal-worthy new exhibit.

25/07/2024

A rebuild is on the way for a Rochy kindergarten, with Lockington set to receive a brand-new childcare centre.

The Victorian Government has shared plans for a new early learning and childcare centre in Lockington and Shine Bright Kindergarten Rochester to be replaced with per...

24/07/2024

The Rochester Flood Study has officially started with drop-in sessions gathering important information from locals.

Community drop-in sessions at the Flood Recovery Hub have marked the beginning of the Rochester Flood Study Project.

24/07/2024

🌟 Welcome to the Port Of Echuca Discovery Centre – Experience history like never before! 🌟
Step back in time with our steam-powered exhibits and daily guided tours. Explore the historic wharf and museum, a treasure trove of Echuca's rich history. And the best part? It's a FREE attraction not to be missed!
🚢 Uncover the secrets of our pioneering past and experience the timeless charm of our iconic paddle steamers. 🌿 Sail along the enchanting Murray River, where history meets nature.
Echuca – where stories are told, and memories are made. Discover the heart of history. Fun for everyone. Visit the Port of Echuca today!
📍 74 Murray Esplanade, Echuca, Victoria, 3564, Australia
🕘 Open every day from 9.00am to 5.00pm (excluding Christmas Day)
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24/07/2024

Nanneella has gained more than 400 new trees thanks to another edition of Regen the Plains.

The fourth edition of Regen the Plains successfully planted around 420 trees on Saturday, July 20.

23/07/2024

Marg and Geoff McCarty celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary, marrying on July 18, 1959.

Rochester couple Marg and Geoff McCarty were married on July 18, 1959.

22/07/2024

Check out The Riverine Herald Winter Blues Wrap in Wednesday's paper for all the information you need to get you through the weekend full of music!!!

19/07/2024

IT outages are reportedly affecting major institutions across the nation.