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Mildura’s road to council amalgamation: ‘Odd marriage’ was foregone conclusion
Arguments raged 25 years ago after the Jeff Kennett-led Victorian Government pushed for local government reform, which led to the three councils of City of…
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Science body delays report into Darling River fish kills
THE Australian Academy of Science has requested an extra week to prepare its report into the fish kill events on the lower Darling River. The Academy’s panel,…
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Dry spell continues for drought-affected Pooncarie
POONCARIE remains in the grips of drought six months after the statewide drought declaration, with conditions re-intensifying in western NSW, according to the latest figures…
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Blessing of the Rivers: Group gathers to bless our troubled waters
A GRASSROOTS community group has banded together to respond to the crisis facing the Murray-Darling river system with an “expression of hope”. A Blessing of…
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Mildura councillor backs workplace equality study
WOMEN who work in male-dominated industries could have a poorer sense of belonging at work and poorer mental health, according to a new Australian study.…
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Healthy BBQ kit launched
THE great Aussie barbecue is a staple in backyards around the country. But dietitians fear the traditional choices, which often include high amounts of processed…
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Mid-air drama ends in safe landing at Mildura Airport
A COCKPIT warning light caused a pilot to declare a mid-air emergency when he was unsure of the plane’s ability to land safely just after…
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Friends and strangers rally behind Mildura’s Larry Dichiera after cancer diagnosis
Larry Dichiera was diagnosed with cancer just weeks out from celebrating his engagement. Now family, friends and complete strangers are stepping up to help him…
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Murray-Darling rural medical program: Youth treatment for doctor shortage
THREE young Sunraysia students will take part in a new medical program designed to help solve Australia’s rural doctor shortage. Maddie Beckwith, Kunind Oberoi and…
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No hopping about with trial’s end
Farmers, professional shooters and processors have been left frustrated by the Victorian Government’s ongoing failure to make Victoria’s successful kangaroo pet food trial permanent, according…
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Flows from Menindee’s Weir 32 will cease, how long water remains depends on rain alone
LOWER Darling River irrigators face the possibility of water shortages and another mass fish kill looms as authorities prepare to cease flows from Weir 32…
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Farm-based app idea taken to US
A MILDURA mother-daughter duo have taken their idea for a farming-based app to the birthplace of Apple, Uber and Google – the Silicon Valley. Julia…
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