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Show some resolve and call it quits in ’18
QUITTING is at the top of the resolution list of many smokers at this time of year.The Australian Medical Association is encouraging smokers to make…
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State of economy: Staying above the black line all in the name of business
TransportMildura Airport was hoping to surpass 220,000 passenger movements for the year.By November, it had hit that target and topped last year’s 217,500 movements in…
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John Torney lawyer made judge
THE barrister who represented John Torney in the Nikki Francis-Coslovich murder trial has been made a judge of the Victorian County Court.During Julie Condon, QC’s…
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Victoria proposes fine system on guns
GUN owners who fail to safely store rifles and shotguns could be fined instead of having to face court, if proposed changes to Victoria’s firearms…
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Sunning it up at Apex Park
SUNRAYSIA offers the “perfect” location to take a holiday, according to Glenn McKay.Visiting Mildura has become a tradition for the Colac family.“I have been coming…
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Wine tax row fermenting
TOURISM and the marketing of Australian wines could all pay the price for a tax on the alcoholic content of wine.Murray Valley Winegrowers executive officer…
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Sight-seeing in the new year
FOR their first holiday season away from home, many backpackers found in each other a “temporary family”.Being away from home around Christmas and New Year’s…
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Volunteers seeking more hands to pump
A VOLUNTEER group that lovingly cares for one of the district’s historic icons needs a helping hand.The Sunraysia Steam Preservation Society, which will open the…
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Police step up New Year’s Eve patrols
A STRONG police presence is anticipated in Mildura throughout New Year’s Eve celebrations to ensure revellers have a fun and safe night out.Mildura police acting…
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Vision for 2018: Big plans for year ahead
Christopher Testa (CT): It’s hard to preempt funding decisions but do you foresee the council having money for at least one of the Mildura Future…
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Heat, alcohol don’t mix
SUNRAYSIA emergency services are urging residents to steer clear of backyard fireworks and binge drinking as the countdown to New Year’s Eve begins. The sale of…
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Pilots push for scrutiny
GENERAL aviation pilots at Mildura Airport want the city council to increase scrutiny of management decisions after the approval of a new 20-year master plan.The…











