News
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Is this the best beard in Sunraysia?
MANY a Sunraysia man has attempted to grow a majestic, flowing beard, but Jared Dodson can proudly claim the title of Mildura’s best beard.Held at…
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It’s an honour
TWO long-serving members of Mildura’s medical fraternity and a tireless supporter of war veterans and their families have been recognised in this year’s Queen’s Birthday…
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Knitting with friends
SATURDAY was World-wide Knit in Public Day and knitters in Wentworth gathered in Went Weaving studio to celebrate by knitting together.The world-wide event began in…
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Race to the chequered flag
WET conditions tested the skills of 150 radio-controlled car (RC) drivers during the Mallee Madness’ Victorian Driver Series at the weekend.Held over two days at…
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Toxin in Darling: Disease linked to bacteria found in three places
BREAKTHROUGH research has revealed the presence of a toxin, which scientists believe could cause the deadly motor neurone disease, in the lower Darling River. Researchers…
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Honour for pumps
THE significant engineering importance of Psyche Bend Pumps was recognised at a ceremony yesterday.The English Society Victoria chapter awarded the IMechE Heritage Award to the…
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Committed to fly fight
MINISTER for Agriculture Jaala Pulford has reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to play its part in the fight against Queensland fruit fly.It comes a month…
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Fly-in day rained out
CROWDS estimated “in the hundreds” were turned away from a planned Sunraysia Sports Aircraft annual fly-in day at Wentworth Airport at the weekend after the…
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Neale Daniher gets message out
INSPIRATIONAL football identity Neale Daniher has thrust motor neurone disease (MND) into the national spotlight since he was diagnosed with the fatal illness five years…
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Mildura’s speed limit blanket ruled out
COUNCILLOR for community safety Simon Clemence says there are no current plans to expand a roll-out of 40km/h speed zones in Mildura’s built-up areas to…
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China’s demand for mandarins
Fruit Company’s (MFC) new $6 million grading and packing line will churn through about 20 tonnes of mandarins per hour. With the fruit ultimately destined to…
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Chance to do better
A MAGISTRATE has agreed a fresh start and professional help may curb the pattern of “not thinking things through and acting impulsively” following a string…













