PREMIUM Galleries Gallery | The gentle arrival of spring By Khadija Hadjab, Rechelle Zammit, Djembe Archibald and Bree Harding Oct 18, 2024 A duck family in The News pool. Photo by Djembe Archibald As the chill of winter fades, nature slowly awakens. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content The air is fragrant with freshly cut grass and the subtle scent of life returning after its cold slumber. US nature writer Neltje Blanchan once wrote: “Can words describe the fragrance of the very breath of spring?” From the sight of ducklings paddling along ponds to lambs taking their first steps, the renewal of life is visible everywhere. These moments, quietly unfolding in the countryside, remind us of the simple beauty of the changing season. The News team has contributed these photos, but what does spring mean to you? Send your photos to editor@sheppnews.com.au Taking its first steps. Photo by Bree Harding “If only you could smell the delicate scent of this mimosa tree, welcoming everyone at the office entrance,” reporter Khadija Hadjab said. Photo by Khadija Hadjab The duck family of nine that lives at the The News office. Photo by Djembe Archibald Baby swans can be spotted at Victoria Park Lake. Photo by Rechelle Zammit The cygnets enjoy a snack. Photo by Rechelle Zammit News September sees dry and warm start to season News Spring is in the air — and it’s time to update your asthma action plan News Gallery | Fine weather and even finer food and wines in Stanhope By Khadija Hadjab, Rechelle Zammit, Djembe Archibald and Bree Harding
Galleries Rochester RSL celebrates centenary On Wednesday, December 1, members celebrated Rochester RSL sub-branch’s 100th anniversary with a luncheon at Moama RSL, featuring a speech from Rob Webster, the Victorian RSL state president. By Nicole Thomson
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Galleries Fright night at factoryTrick or treating will return to the streets of Rochester this weekend, the latest of the projections on to the former Murray Goulburn factory wall a reminder of the October 31 celebration.