Letters
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Using rail better for the environment
The Federal Government has committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and made it abundantly clear that many additional potential ways of reducing greenhouse…
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Not everyone knows what an Arts Degree is
AT the recent La Trobe University open day I was surprised to discover not everyone knew what an arts degree is. Have successive governments and…
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Solutions are there we just need investment
LAST week, Andrew McConville, the MDBA chief executive, said the New South Wales Government is at high risk of not meeting its responsibilities under the…
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Regional tourist spots need more exposure
THE delights of Victoria’s regions are endless and need far more city acknowledgement and appreciation. Regionality should be featured at all city sports events like…
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General practice care needs urgent action
GENERAL practice care urgently requires greater investment so that no patients are left behind. New data from hundreds of Australia’s largest medical centres casts further…
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Education crisis as teachers exit
AUSTRALIAN teachers are exiting the profession due to low pay, stress and burnout. Teachers-to-be are worried how they will cope once in the profession, with…
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Business invited to Mildura round table
ONE of the silver linings of the pandemic has been the greater appreciation we have developed for regional Victoria. Not only does regional Victoria offer…
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New Minister must address animal loss
The rapidly increasing demise of native animals in Australia has, according to the Australian Wilderness Society, reached crisis point. Climate change and bushfires have been…
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Mildura dog owners need to lift their game
As a resident new to town, I have delighted in walking my mutt along the path by the river. It is a beautiful walk, with…
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Ambulance supply in crisis in regional Vic
Daniel Andrews’ health crisis continues to worsen as new figures confirm that too many Victorians are struggling to get an ambulance when they need one.…
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Neighbourhood House program precarious
Victoria’s 401 Neighbourhood Houses play a vital role in helping locals access everything from food hampers through to training and education courses. They are a…
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The left wing agenda
I read with interest that a business case has been completed for the Hughenden Irrigation Project, in the Flinders region of north-west Queensland. It suggests…
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