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The steakhouse is a unique dining experience, with an interactive hot rock presented to each customer who orders a steak. Your steak will arrive seasoned and sealed, ready for you to cook to your liking on the hot rock. The whole experience is designed to be more intimate, creating a cozy feel, and offering a completely different menu to the pub. The steakhouse is open from Thursday to Saturday from 5:30pm until late for dine-in only. Bookings are encouraged. To book, call 5480 7626.
Authentic Australian River Cruises
Enjoy a relaxing and majestic cruise along the Murray River on the PS Emmylou. Immerse yourself in a riverside campfire and gourmet dinner after a day of cruising and watching the sights go by. 3 Nights from $1650PP 4 Nights from $2240PP 6 Nights from $3420PP
57 Murray Esplanade, Echuca | 5482 5244 info@mrps.com.au | Book Online at: psemmyloucruises.com
Clocktower Suites & Function Centre
In the heart of Echuca, you’ll find this iconic building, with historic accommodation and soon a grand function centre in the atrium and courtyard. Book a suite or ask us about a function!
234 Anstruther Street, Echuca (Corner of Hare & Anstruther Streets) Ph: 0488 008 860 www.clocktowersuites.com.au email: bookings@clocktowersuites.com.au
Perricoota Vines
UNPACK & RELAX. A multi-award-winning resort set around tranquil lakes and vineyards. 22 luxurious timber spa villas inc. private decks or garden courtyards, fully self-contained kitchens. Two pools, tennis court and games room.
FREE WIFI throughout Resort 400 Perricoota Rd Moama enquiries@perricootavines.com (03) 5482 6655
Nirebo Motel
Nirebo is centrally located in the Port of Echuca area fronting the mighty Murray River, where you can stroll back in time through Australia’s largest inland port. There are many great bars and restaurants in the immediate vicinity. • Single, double and twin rooms • Free high speed Wi-Fi • Swimming pool and BBQ facilities
A BUSHLAND PARADISE ON THE BANKS OF THE MURRAY RIVER
Situated on the picturesque Murray River, Tasman Holiday Parks Moama on the Murray is a truly inspired location. Relax in the serene bushland setting and slow life down in this timeless location. Beautifully nestled amongst the trees is a fully planned holiday park with function venues, facilities, and activities for the whole family.
Visit: tasmanholidayparks.com Email: moama@tasmanholidayparks.com | Phone: (03) 5480 3031
Moama Waters
• Jumping pillows • Playgrounds • Large swimming pools one with water park and slides • Double tennis courts • Flying fox • Restaurant • Three camp kitchens • Studio villas • Two and three-bedroom villas • 71 powered sites • 78 ensuite sites • Boat ramp
96 Old Barmah Rd, Moama | (03) 5480 7717 reception@moamawaters.com.au | www.moamawaters.com.au
Quest Echuca
AS LOCAL AS YOU LIKE IT
When you stay at Quest Echuca you feel like a local. Because your key unlocks a wealth of local knowledge and experiences. Our team make it easy to check in and easy to check out the neighbourhood. Be it business or pleasure, our apartments give you the space you need to live. When you join us at Quest Echuca, it’s more than just an overnight stay. You’re at the heart of the local scene. So, you can live as local as you like it. Discover more at questechuca.com.au or call (03) 5481 3900
Murray River Spa Retreat
INDULGE IN THE SERENITY
Set on the banks of the mighty Murray River, these charming and enchanting self-contained cottages, offer the perfect getaway to relax, rejuvenate, and unwind. Encapsulating the historic charm and character synonymous with Echuca, but with all the modern luxuries you desire when on holidays.
Visit Us: 209 Latham Road, Echuca Website: www.mrsr.com.au • Phone: 03 5480 6311 Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-9pm
The White House
Feel like a star in this new home, which is slickly appointed as well as offering every contemporary comfort and convenience. The pool and surrounding patio area is the perfect setting for sundowners. The fully appointed kitchen overlooks the open living areas. This is one getaway where you simply need to turn up and settle in. Four bedrooms (each with its own ensuite), which sleeps up to 10. Families will be right at home here – there’s even a Wii in the bedroom with two single beds – the property also offers the ideal scene for groups of friends. 5 Heygarth St, Echuca | (03) 5482 5445 echucagetaways.com/whiteechuca
Discover what matters at Discovery Parks – Echuca. Whether you choose a cabin, caravan or if camping is more your style, you’ll be relaxing in no time in our resort-style accommodation.
Visit our website to check out our latest off ers. 75 River Avenue, Echuca Village, VIC 3564 | (03) 5482 1533 www.discoveryholidayparks.com.au
RICH RIVER GOLF CLUB Rich River Golf Club
• 63-room motel complex • Standard or deluxe • Manicured lush gardens • Outdoor pool and spa • Multiple BBQ areas • Full Clubhouse facilities open for breakfast, lunch and dinner • Free Courtesy Bus available within Echuca-Moama Twenty Four Lane, Moama | (03) 5481 3333 rrgc@richriver.com.au | www.richriver.com.au
Tasman Holiday Parks – Merool on the Murray
ENJOY MORE WATERFRONT THAN ANY OTHER HOLIDAY PARK ON THE MURRAY RIVER IN ECHUCA MOAMA.
Escape the busy city life to a timeless place steeped in Australian history. With 63 acres of land and 1.5 kilometres of stunning outlook to the Murray River, this an inspiring location. Choose from powered sites to our unique pioneer themed cabins. As the premier waterfront destination on the Murray River, we have planned our park to give you experiences to last a lifetime. www.tasmanholidayparks.com Phone: (03) 5480 9111 Email: merool@tasmanholidayparks.com
The Caledonian Hotel
Unwind after a day sightseeing Echuca’s wonderful attractions in one of Echuca’s best four-star motels with all your needs in one place. • Modern, large rooms • Tea and coffee facilities • Off-street parking • Adjoining family rooms available • All suites have a queen and single • Disabled room available • Kitchenette • 42” TV in all rooms 110 Hare St, Echuca | (03) 5482 2100 reception@thecal.com.au | www.thecal.com.au
Moama Motel
Situated immediately across Blair Street from the Border Inn Hotel and next door to the Moama Bowling Club, our motel is close to tourist attractions and local eateries. We are a family friendly motel offering 24 rooms of various configurations that are expertly cleaned and comfortable. All rooms provide Free Wi-Fi. We also offer affordable pub style accommodation, ideal for group bookings such as golf, footy and cricket trips.
19–21 Meninya St, Moama | (03) 5480 9966 admin@borderinn.com.au | www.borderinn.com.au
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By Bransen Gibson
A record number of participants pulled on their running shoes for the 2022 Johnno’s Run on Sunday.
The ninth edition of the event saw 220 people run, walk or wheel along the picturesque course in Echuca Moama.
That total surpassed the previous record set back in 2017, and was almost 50 people more than the last in-person edition back in 2019.
Johnno’s Run was organised by Community Living & Respite Services (CLRS) and raises money for the Opening Doors Project, an initiative that builds homes for people with disability.
CLRS chief executive officer Leah Taaffe was thrilled with how the event went.
“It was brilliant. We had 220 people participate, which is fantastic,” Ms Taaffe said.
“We are really happy that everything went well for our first one.
“The weather turned it on, too, which was massively appreciated, and we had some really positive feedback about how gorgeous the course was and the scenery and the areas people got to run through.”
This was the first time Johnno’s Run, which featured 5km, 10km and half-marathon events, has been held in Echuca Moama.
The last two editions were held virtually, with the previous events held as part of Run Melbourne.
Ms Taaffe said it was important to get to stage the even in the region.
“It’s a huge deal. Giving people the opportunity to do activities like these in their hometown is invaluable,” she said.
“We had people from Shepparton and Bendigo and even someone from Adelaide who came specifically for the event.
“We had to do everything from scratch, but it has all been worth it.”
Mel Haines and Danielle Squires were two participants on Sunday, with the duo crossing the line together after finishing the half-marathon.
The two best friends run and train together, and this was the seventh time they have taken part in Johnno’s Run.
“It was great, it was beautiful. It’s nice with the new bridge and incorporating the Murray River, it’s a good
Hundreds hit track for CLRS fundraising event
On your marks (above): Runners set off on the 10km event as part of
Johnno’s Run 2022. Photos: Steve Huntley
run,” Ms Squires said. “In the past we have done it in Melbourne, but it was good to have it here — locals supporting locals, doing the run for a really good cause.”
Ms Haines said it was a great day out.
“It was well organised, congratulations to the organisers, they have done a great job, the track was fantastic,” Ms Haines said.
She said the spirit of the run was the most important thing.
“It’s not about the time that you run, it’s the people you take the journey with, and I did it with my bestie.
“It’s about running, the enjoyment and being together. It’s a community event, so it feels like you are running with all your friends.”
The fundraising total is still being finalised, but Ms Taaffe said CLRS was hoping to raise $20,000 to $25,000. Special bond: Best friends Danielle Squires, left, and Mel Haines cross the finishing line after completing the half-marathon at Johnno’s Run 2022.
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Leading the way: McMahon’s Place in Echuca will be the first housing development in Australia with built-in energy efficient technology called a Home Hub.
SMARTER HOMES
Energy effi cient technology to launch in Australia at new Echuca housing development
By Adair Winder
Australia’s first-ever housing development with built-in energy efficient technology called a Home Hub is expected to launch in Echuca in 2023.
Melbourne-based real estate developer Resi Ventures has joined forces with tech company X2M Connect to sell smart homes within a new housing development.
The $261 million development, which is titled McMahon’s Place, is to be situated at 8759 Northern Hwy, Echuca.
It will comprise of 1000 residential lots and each home will be fitted out with an energy-saving device called a Home Hub, which has
“We designed the community battery so all the excess energy that is not used during the day then gets drawn into the community batter y.”
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X2M Connect chief executive officer Mohan Jesudason said the Home Hub typically sat alongside the electricity meter and allowed home owners to monitor consumption levels.
“Our device measures the flow of solar (if the home owner chooses to have solar) and it will also be linked to high-energy-using appliances such as hot water, air conditioning and heating systems,” he said.
“All of these systems communicate with the Home Hub, which is connected to our software platform.”
The Home Hub is able to be connected to the home owner’s mobile phone so that they can easily access their energy usage data.
Mr Jesudason said X2M Connect had also designed a community battery to increase the efficiency of solar energy.
“Households that have solar are only able to access solar power when the sun is shining, which is generally in the middle of the day, but when the sun is not shining, that energy is drawn from the grid,” he said.
“We designed the community battery so all the excess energy that is not used during the day then gets drawn into the community battery.
“In the evening when you want to use more energy, you end up drawing it from the community battery, so in essence the length of time that you are able to use renewable solar energy is extended.”
Mr Jesudason said there were many positive outcomes that arose from technology such as this.
“Homeowners will become more knowledgeable about energy usage, it will encourage them to use less energy, there is greater efficiency with renewables, there will be a significant reduction in their energy bills, their carbon footprint will be minimised,” he said.
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Echuca ended a 20-year Goulburn Valley League premiership drought with a thrilling 12-point grand fi nal win over Euroa at Shepparton’s Deakin Reserve on Sunday. The Murray Bombers trailed by fi ve points midway through the fi nal term, but booted three unanswered goals to secure a 11.12 (78) to 10.6 (66) victory. FULL COVERAGE INSIDE TODAY
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FUN DAY OUT
Stronger Together Community meeting proves a winner
By Josh Huntly
Against the odds, Melbourne Cup day racing at Echuca went Cup day racing at Echuca went ahead amid some challenging circumstances, as floods and weather threatened the 2022 weather threatened the 2022 edition of the event.
A decision was made to transform the meeting into a “Stronger Together Community “Stronger Together Community Day,” with free admission for the day’s racing. day’s racing.
‘’Bring your gumboots’’ was the order of the day as wild weather threatened to force a last-minute cancellation, but racegoers were nonetheless treated to a day’s nonetheless treated to a day’s racing out at Echuca Racing Club. racing out at Echuca Racing Club.
ERC manager Garry Armstrong hoped the meeting provided a distraction after a trying few weeks.
“We were probably more unlikely than likely (to get racing) since the flood impacted, we were always up against it with what was going on around town,” he said.
“To be able to have the day is good, and at least the people that wanted to could come and see the cup.
“We’re just grateful for what we have and the people that wanted to come could come, that’s all you can do under the circumstances.
“That’s what we wanted it to be which was something a bit different. Something to think about other than the negative impact of the last few weeks, a day to think about something else.
“That’s what we were hoping to achieve. Hopefully those that came got that.”
Mr Armstrong admitted the combination of the current flood crisis and wild weather contributed to a lower-thanaverage crowd, but he was simply happy to still see about 500-600 people make the journey out to the racecourse.
“It’s a bit lower than what we usually get, but under the circumstances we’re happy to get that many,” he said.
“It’s probably the worst set of circumstances you’ll ever get with the combination of flood and wet weather.”
But despite everything stacked against it, the community were on hand to witness several local winners early on the eight-race card, including Tayne Foster’s Amaze’Em and Michael Newton’s Campaspe Run.
“We had a couple of local winners which is always good,” Mr Armstrong said.
“It’s always good when the Echuca trainers get a winner or two, and a couple of second placings in there. We’ll be back bigger and better in 2023.” COMMUNITY BILLBOARD
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On behalf of everyone in Murray Plains, thank you to everyone for your incredible support of your community.
Peter Walsh, Member for Murray Plains,
496 High St Echuca 3564. Phone: 03 5482 2039. Email: peter.walsh@parliament.vic.gov.au Website: peterwalsh.org.au
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ECHUCA-MOAMA OFFERS AN ALMOST ENDLESS CHOICE OF ACCOMMODATION, FROM QUALITY MOTELS, HOTELS, BED AND BREAKFASTS, APARTMENTS AND RESORTS TO HOLIDAY PARKS, CAMPGROUNDS AND FREE BUSH CAMPING.
There are also a variety of self-contained units, heritage-listed historic cottages and guest houses available. And for something unique to the twin towns, consider a voyage of discovery aboard a houseboat or an overnight cruise on a paddlesteamer along the Murray River. Taking your best friend on the road with you? There are also a number of pet-friendly accommodation options. No matter your desire there is something to suit every taste and budget.
For more information call Echuca Moama Tourism on 1800 804 446 to discuss your accommodation options, including group and wedding guest bookings.
