News
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Road gets a revamp
MILDURA Council is putting the final touches to one of the biggest upgrades to Madden Avenue ever undertaken in the busy road’s history.The two-stage project…
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Boost to summer fire crews
FOREST Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) has begun recruiting for 46 project firefighters to help keep Mallee communities safe this summer.Mallee district manager Phillip Murdoch said…
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Review in pipeline
WENTWORTH Shire Council is reviewing its stance on fluoridating drinking water following a request by NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard. Last year, Mr Hazzard wrote to…
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Call for volunteers
AN Independent Third Person (ITP) can be a crucial communication link when it comes to police processing Sunraysia’s alleged offenders, victims or witnesses who have…
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Mildura’s zest for colour and fresh
ZEST Fest organisers have praised its return after a brief hiatus. The celebration of all things citrus delighted crowds on Saturday in a combined event with…
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Laws delay solar decision
IT will be months before a decision is made on proposed solar farms on McKays Road, Fifth Street and Gibbs Street due to long waits…
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Growth pushes river plan
MORE houseboat mooring sites and a focus on parking and amenity in the boating precinct will be explored as part of Mildura’s Council new riverfront…
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Bird fans all a flutter at show title
BIRDS of a feather flocked together for the Mildura and District Poultry and Pigeon Fanciers Club’s Championship Show yesterday.Almost 400 entries of pigeons, ducks, geese,…
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Club revs up for Aussie engines
THERE was something old and something older for those who turned out for the third Tractor Restoration and Appreciation Club of Sunraysia’s “Made in Australia”…
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A Scout’s honour
AFTER 33 years of involvement in the Sunraysia Gang Show, Scout member Nigel Hoyle has been officially recognised with an Outstanding Service Award.Announced by the…
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Greens targeting Mildura
THE election field for the seat of Mildura will include a Greens candidate, with the party expected to make an announcement in the coming weeks.Campaigning…
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Hands up for test
FOR Beni Maguire, originally from NZ, shearing is more than just a job – it’s a way of life. In the past five years, the 33-year-old…












