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Smokers age faster than non-smokers, study finds
A NEW study has found that smokers age faster than non-smokers, putting them at greater risk of premature death and age-related diseases such as cardiovascular…
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NSW to get Doppler weather radar boost
A PROPOSAL to improve real-time weather observation in western NSW is a step closer with the NSW Government signing a $24.4 million contract to deliver three…
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‘Worst kept secret’: Robinvale residents not surprised at illegal migrant workers
RAIDS across Robinvale and Euston last week that uncovered 23 illegal workers merely confirmed the region’s worst kept secret, residents say. The Australian Border Force…
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Murray-Darling basin: Water buybacks ‘no evil’, economist says
WATER buybacks are not the “root of all evil” that decimate rural communities and more balance is needed in the debate about their efficiency in…
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Council to vote on Mildura and Ouyen service stations
MILDURA councillors will face votes on two controversial 24-hour service station developments in Mildura and Ouyen at Wednesday’s council meeting. A council report has recommended…
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Clouds of fun for Rainbow Run
AFL Hall of Fame inductee Anthony Koutoufides will open this year’s fourth annual Sunassist Rainbow Run which will see hundreds of participants bombed with colour…
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Say a prayer for Slovenia
SLOVENIA will be in the limelight during the World Prayer Day service at Mildura Sacred Heart church on Friday. As part of the worldwide event,…
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Mallee on dusk twilight market: Night delights
IT was the perfect summer evening for the first Mallee on Dusk Twilight Market on Friday. A mixed crowed strolled among 16 stalls at Ornamental…
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Help on way for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder sufferers
PEOPLE diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may receive a little relief to the hip pocket following a $10 million investment from the Australian…
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Birthday thrill
A RIDE on a Harley Davidson for her 95th birthday gave Mildura’s Elizabeth Boyle the chance to tick another wish off her bucket list. The…
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Woman facing drug charge granted bail
A MILDURA woman is facing a drug trafficking charge after she was allegedly found in possession of more than $10,000 cash and a phone containing…
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VCE boost for students
SUNRAYSIA students could soon have a greater choice in VCE subjects, following a $1.2 million investment. Minister for Education James Merlino made the announcement last…











