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Heat, dehydration ‘significant’ in man’s death
HEAT and dehydration were “significant contributing factors” that resulted in the death of a drug-affected former Dareton resident who was found deceased on a property…
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Future doctors get a taste for rural life
MEDICAL students from four universities gathered in Mildura this week for an inaugural event seeking to promote collaboration within rural education and practice. Known as…
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Robinvale push for population recognition
SWAN Hill Rural City Council will continue to pursue a proper population analysis of Robinvale amid fears the township might be missing out on vital…
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Clubs come together for workshops
PLAYERS, officials, and members from local soccer clubs, along with two representatives Football Australia came together Wednesday night for a workshop on gender inequity. Part…
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Planned aqua park makes a splash
THE impending installation of a water adventure park at Lake Cullulleraine has left some Millewa Advisory Group members irate. An inflatable aqua park will be…
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Safety fears delay 3G closure
PEOPLE are being urged to upgrade their mobile phones and check their medical devices as public safety concerns delay the 3G network shutdown. Telstra and…
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Dozen in the running for Wentworth Shire
TWELVE names have emerged as nominees contesting the nine available seats at next month’s Wentworth Shire election. Current councillors Jo Rodda, Brian Beaumont, Peter Crisp,…
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Man up for men’s sheds
MEN’S Sheds in the region can now apply for funding as part of a State Government program. Grants of up to $100,000 are available for…
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E-scooter rider injured in Deakin Ave mishap
DEAKIN Avenue was closed to traffic for about an hour this afternoon after police believe a man riding an e-scooter made contact with a truck…
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Mildura Life Saving Club recruiting for summer
RED and yellow flags aren’t something you would normally see along the river’s edge, but they are part of Mildura Life Saving Club’s aim to…
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Shire looks to boost visitation
A TOURISM and events strategy that aims to “unlock and elevate the unique charm and allure” of the Wentworth region is this week expected to…
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Tireless campaigner seeks local support
THE founder of a charity that seeks to support babies in need in South-East Asia is currently visiting Mildura. Geraldine Cox, the face and driving…