News
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Clemence in rates U-turn
COUNCILLOR Simon Clemence has backflipped on farm rates, saying there is a case for an “injection of fairness” into Mildura Council’s rating strategy. Cr Clemence made…
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Nominate a local hero
DO you consider someone an unsung hero in the community? If so, nominations are now open for Mildura Council’s Australia Day honours. The council’s Australia Day awards…
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Sex for Visas
YOUNG female backpackers are “often very willing” to engage in a sexual relationship in exchange for a visa, while many farmers and hostel owners still…
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Women and the sexy selfie
Women take sexy selfies to compete with other women and climb the social ladder in economically unequal environments, new research suggests.A new UNSW study has…
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Council aiming to cut recycling costs
A PLAN tipped to cut Mildura Council’s recycling costs and increase the longevity of the Mildura Landfill is in the pipeline. Environment councillor Anthony Cirillo, Mayor…
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Dry conditions spark fears for Sunraysia fire season: Burning threat
SUNRAYSIA authorities are on high alert for a potentially devastating fire season, with the dryness of the land sparking fears of out of control bushfires. Yesterday…
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Police, firies to hit course for charity
POLICE and firies will swap their uniforms for golf garb in the coming weeks as they swing into action at this year’s 50th annual charity…
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Preps cash in on money smarts
A GROUP of 56 Mildura Primary School Prep students got their hands dirty planting pots of aromatic herbs at Bunnings Mildura last week.The visit to…
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Bank cashes in … for now
A DARETON resident says many in the community will be affected when the Dareton Bendigo Bank Agency closes on Friday. Patrick Nunan said he was shocked…
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Hubs embrace food culture
ABC’s Gardening Australia host Costa Georgiadis explored the luxurious East End Community House garden yesterday.Excitement was in the air as the popular TV and radio…
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Fresh drive for funding
MILDURA Council has amended its motorsport precinct investment prospectus to entice more potential private backers. The council has started gathering expressions of interest (EOI) in a…
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PHOTOS: United through tough time
IT was all smiles at the weekend’s 133rd Wentworth Show as the resilient community came together for some laughter and fun despite recent hardships. More than…







