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Farming: Greenhouse burden on farmers
THE Federal Government’s proposed National Energy Guarantee (NEG) will put more pressure on the nation’s farmers, placing an unfair burden on the agriculture sector thanks…
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Farming: In defence of avocados
RESEARCHERS are working with the Australian avocado industry to safeguard one of nation’s favourite fruits for years to come.Funded by Hort Innovation – and being…
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Results found in solving code
PROBLEM solving and creative thinking were the key skills required to succeed at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Primary School, Merbein’s STEAM Day.Students tested…
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Mildura losing pokies battle: Record smashed … with a month to go
MILDURA gamblers have already lost a record amount on pokies this financial year – despite one month of reporting still to be added.More than $25.74…
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Satisfaction slips a little: Ratepayers give their verdict on Mildura Council
RESIDENTS are less satisfied with Mildura Council’s performance in a majority of key indicators than they were a year ago, with those aged between 50…
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PHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod Gala Showcase
Photos from the Mildura Eisteddfod Ruby Anniversary Gala Showcase Concert on Friday night.Previous galleries:PHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod opening dayPHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod June 1-4PHOTOS: 40th…
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PHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod (June 17-18)
Photos from the Mildura Eisteddfod, including choral and dance.Previous galleries:PHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod opening dayPHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod June 1-4PHOTOS: 40th Mildura Eisteddfod June 5-7PHOTOS:…
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Super pay crackdown
MEMBER for Mallee Andrew Broad has promised a “very strict” response to businesses not making superannuation payments to employees.Legislation has passed the Lower House for…
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A real game changer
A NEW playground and a double water slide are expected to be a “game changer” for Mildura’s BIG4 Golden River Holiday Park.With four children of…
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Salinity tax given the flick
IRRIGATORS across the Mallee catchment will save about $200 a year on average once the salinity levy is axed, the State Government says.The salinity levy,…
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Blood donors in demand
SUNRAYSIA residents are being urged to roll up their sleeves and donate blood in the colder months.The Australian Red Cross Blood Service said blood supply…
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Family violence strain
FAMILY violence remains a “huge burden” on the Mildura community and is a strain on police time and resources, according to Member for Mildura Peter…









