Friday, 23 October 2026

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Symbolization of waste management controversies
Diklo

SDP demands accountability for waste management

Opposition claims waste imports have tripled while control mechanisms have diminished; demands resignation of the director of Čistoća and political accountability from the government.

Olive groves in the shape of a vase
Benkovac

Experts: Vase-shaped pruning protects tree health

A three-year study near Benkovac shows that heavy pruning in a polycone vase shape accelerates oil accumulation and preserves tree health.

March to the memorial and sports spirit
Sports

2nd Memorial Tournament Held in Benkovac

A large number of defenders and association members gathered, with wreaths laid at the Green Oak prior to the tournament.

Symbol of clean water and pollution
Croatia

Plenković: Cleanup proceeding as planned, despite media attacks

The Prime Minister defended the work of the experts, insisting the situation is under control despite warnings about water contamination in Lika.

Remediation of the contaminated site
Croatia

Ministry begins remediation of site in Benkovac

The ministry has decided on the remediation of the site where more than six tons of waste are located, with the work carried out by the Environmental Protection Fund.

Poster for the 10th edition of the Nosi se festival
Benkovac

Tenth edition of Nosi se festival held in Benkovac

The anniversary theatre festival, produced by Zadar’s Teatro VeRRdi, brings audiences together again following last year’s scandal and threats from veterans’ groups.

Energetic concert by punk and metal bands
Punk and metal

Vlajtern: The alternative in Benkovac gathers punk and metal fans

The 15th edition of the Vlaktina festival features performances by Scottish veterans Oi Polloi, Split's Narkotik, and Italy's Zëne.

Contractual enlistment of soldiers into the Armed Forces
Military service

Ministry of Defence launches recruitment drive for 300 soldiers

Recruitment begins on 1 September across 19 locations, with applications open to candidates with basic military training until 24 July.

In brief from your area

Nearby

The closest news and notices around Benkovac, ordered by distance.

A skier at the start of the slalom in Sölden
Skiing: Sölden

New ski season begins in Sölden; Ljutić and Zubčić satisfied with preparations

Croatian hopes Zrinka Ljutić and Filip Zubčić look forward to good results at the season opener and throughout the competition.

Empty studio environment of the morning programme
Empathy

Doris Pinčić Guberović returns to 'Dobro jutro Hrvatska' following mother's death

The presenter returned to the HTV cameras on Friday, dressed in black, as the show's topics touched on empathy and judgement.

Tree planting on the island
Dugi Otok

Sali continue tree planting on Dugi Otok

The Sali municipality tourism board continues the 'Croatia Naturally Yours' ecological initiative.

Tanks at Gaženica port and residential buildings
Port tanks

Čermak: Difference at Gaženica port is like day and night

Delta Logistic International took over management of the Zadar commercial port six months ago, while Bibinje residents protested over tanks located half a kilometre from a nursery.

Players in white kits celebrate on the grass pitch
County Cup

Abeceda reach two County Cup finals, juniors eliminated on penalties

Abeceda's pioneers and cadets secured a place in the final against HNK Zadar, while the juniors were knocked out in the semi-final after a penalty shootout.

Ceremonial session of the municipal council in Konavle
Konavle

Ceremonial session of the Municipal Council on the Day of the Municipality of Konavle

County President Blaž Pezo, as envoy of the Speaker of the Parliament, highlighted good cooperation and numerous projects in Croatia's southernmost municipality.

String quartet performs on the theatre stage
Hvar Theatre

Zadar string quartet to perform at Hvar Theatre

The programme features Schubert's String Quartet No. 13 in A minor and Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 3 in F major.

A diver with a harpoon in the blue sea
World Championship

Ždrelac on Pašman to host 2029 World Underwater Hunting Championship

Preparations have already begun, with a meeting in Zadar County discussing the port, safety and funding for the competition.

Referee on the grass pitch
Croatian Referees

UEFA assigns Croatian referees to three European matches

Kolarić and Čulina are the main referees, Bebek in the VAR room; a total of 13 Croatian officials in action

Visitors talk in the exhibition space
Charity Art Zadar

Charity exhibition in Zadar for women and children victims of violence

Lions Club Zadar and A'mare restaurant organise a sales exhibition of works by Ana Jagić and Zoran Debelić, with proceeds going to Duga Association.

Laying fibre-optic cables in a trench
Fibre-optic network

Connection of buildings to new fibre-optic network begins on Pašman and Ugljan

The project by the Pašman municipality is co-financed by the EU and covers white areas without internet of at least 30 Mbit/s.

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