Longest day of year is today
December 22 is the summer solstice.
By Kristin FavaloroToday is the longest day of the year in the southern hemisphere — and is officially known as the summer solstice.
‘‘After this, the days will gradually become shorter until we reach the autumnal equinox on March 20, 2012,’’ The Weather Channel chief meteorologist Dick Whitaker said yesterday.
‘‘On this date, day and night will become equal.
Mr Whitaker said at the summer solstice, the sun would be directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn, which goes through the middle of the Queensland city of Rockhampton.
‘‘So at noon (today) the sun will be directly above Rockhampton,’’ he said.
‘‘In astrology, the summer solstice is known as Litha and the autumnal equinox is Mabon.’’
Power lines near Mooroopna stand out against the spectacular sunset on Tuesday night.
Aaron off to G20 youth summit in Mexico
Aaron McNeilly of Kyabram is part of the Australian delegation attending the G20 Young Entrepreneur Summit at Los Cabos, Mexico next month.
Walk to school to help health
National Walk Safely to School Day will be celebrated today throughout the Goulburn Valley, with local schools taking part.
Echuca suffers narrow defeat
One or two turnovers is all that cost Echuca a win in its A grade netball match against Euroa on Saturday, according to Murray Bombers’ coach Gina Pearson.
Campaspe Golf Club holes back in play
Members and visitors to Campaspe Golf Club can now play the full 18 holes, after work was completed following the January 2011 flood.
Kyabram bowlers sticking with Goulburn Valley
Kyabram will stay in the Goulburn Valley Bowls Division rather than switch to the Campaspe Bowls Association.
Tallarook development gets green light
15-lot residential subdivision on the way between the town and the Hume Fwy.
Tribute to Finley's Ken Gardiner
Finley man Ken Gardiner recently celebrated his 70th birthday with friends and family from across the country. His daughter-in-law Joanne wrote this loving tribute about Ken’s life - and his amazing dedication to the Finley community - so far.
Tributes flow for organ donation campaigner
Heathcote residents, who had the pleasure of meeting David Gough in February this year as he passed through Heathcote on his journey to raise awareness for organ donation, will be saddened with the news of his death due to a motorcycle collision early this month.
Kate's magical overseas odyssey ends
Cobram woman Kate Wright shares the final installment of her travel diary with Cobram Courier readers. Kate spent several weeks travelling overseas, including in Turkey and beyond.
- Tocumwal-born filmmaker nearly finished debut feature film
- Gabrielle Grant runner-up at Junior Show Ambassador competition
- Barooga man ready for death-defying stunts to support Darcy
- Cobram retailer says Murray Goulburn job cuts a 'necessary business decision'
- Former mayor says job losses reflect 'reality of the times'
Decision pending after all-in brawl ends match
No one knows who won Deniliquin's match against Bendigo in rugby union on Saturday.
Fonterra cites demand for farmgate rise
Fonterra Australia last week announced it will be increasing its farmgate milk price for its Victorian and Tasmanian farmer suppliers.
Historic racing returns to Winton
The 36th Historic Winton event will see a weekend of racing starting on May 25.
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