I had a Thompson/Center Venture in 25-06, it was a very nice accurate rifle for the price and it had a 24in barrel as well and on something like a 25-06 I feel a 24in barrel is a must. I traded that rifle away and ever since have been looking for another 25-06 to replace it.
I've got it narrowed down to three choices:
Browning X-Bolt Stainless Stalker-
Browning makes some very nice rifles and the X-bolt is no acception, while they're a little pricier than some I believe they're worth every penny. I have a couple Browning rifles and not one has ever let me down.
Winchester M70 Sporter-
This option is kinda complete opposite than the Browning, with it being syn/ss and the Winchester being wood/blue. I've not owned a new production Winchester but I also can't find one bad thing about them.
Savage Custom Build-
I've just recently started kicking this idea around. Find a cheap used long action savage 110, a beater can usually be had for ~$200 and purchase an aftermarket barrel like Shilen,McGowen or PacNor that's another let's say $350. Then a new stock such as a B&C Medalist if your buying new, but if you keep your eye out you can find Mcmillian stocks used for pretty reasonable prices, granted its a lot easier to find a short action one but the long action stocks are out there too. So that's another $300 for the stock. Add a Timney trigger and you just hit the $1000 mark.
I just used examples of what barrel makers, stocks I was thinking about using. The best part about this option is you can have the exact rifle you want and have it customized to your needs.
So that's my thought process on a new 25-06 I'm planning on purchasing, hopefully it will help you out on your decision.