Mildura Airport set for fire fight

UPGRADES to Mildura Airport mean it will now be the central hub to recharge giant water bombers in the case of bushfires across the country’s south-east.The Boeing 737 and C-130 Hercules, which carry 15,000-20000 litres, will be able to refill in just 10 minutes thanks to a new in-ground hydrant, 250,000-litre inline storage tank and […]