Community
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$1.5m men’s shed in Dareton nears completion
WORK on a $1.5 million Men’s Shed in Dareton prioritising mental health is well underway, with the project expected to be completed in time for…
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Branching out to craft Christmas trees
VOLUNTEERS from Sunraysia Men’s Shed got into the spirit of giving over the weekend, crafting 100 wooden Christmas trees for local children. Families who ventured…
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Mesmerising sights at Festival of Light
A VIBRANT fusion of colours, culture and community spirit helped the Robinvale community celebrate the Festival of Lights (Diwali) for the first time last weekend.…
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Free bus travel for seniors
SENIORS in Mildura can jump on the bus for free next month as a part of the 2023 Seniors Festival. All Victorian Senior Card holders…
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Chance to honour outstanding Australians
NOMINATIONS for Mildura Council’s 2024 Australia Day Awards are now open. Residents can nominate a person or event that has achieved or contributed to the…
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Forget carer myths, your help is needed
THE chief executive officer of Foster Care Association Victoria has visited Mildura for a Foster Care Week, meeting with Mallee Family Care to discuss solutions…
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Family right behind fundraising effort
THIS weekend’s Sunassist Car Show will be a family affair for the Wilsons, who have four classic cars on display. Haley Wilson’s 1967 Chevrolet Camaro,…
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Community Giving 101: How Sunraysia Residents Can Make A Global Impact
In the heart of northwestern Victoria and southwestern New South Wales lies a community teeming with generosity and compassion. Sunraysia, known for its rich agricultural…
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Budget secures future for Hands Up Mallee
A NORTHERN Mallee social initiative has been given a five-year funding boost as a part of an almost $200 million announcement. Ahead of Tuesday’s budget,…
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They’re off in Mother’s Day Classic walk for breast cancer research
MILDURA will be one of more than 70 locations nationwide to host Australia’s biggest fun run and walk for breast cancer research – the Women…
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St John Ambulance needs you
ST John Ambulance Mildura is calling for help after volunteer numbers fell heavily during the COVID pandemic. The vital community service saw its volunteer numbers plummet…
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Rattling the can for the Royal Children’s
ABOUT 20 Good Friday Appeal volunteers from the Irymple and Mildura CFA branches have helped raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne. Irymple CFA’s…