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Cancer robs us of the most years
Cancer robs Australians of more years of life than any other disease, according to a new analysis.A report released on Wednesday by the Australian Institute…
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Rolling down on the farm
SUNRAYSIA Residential Services is hoping the addition of a new people mover will boost the number of visitors to Benetook Farm.Yesterday an eight-seater golf buggy-type…
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Stories come to life
HUMPTY Dumpty sat on a wall alongside Little Miss Muffet and the Incy Wincy Spider last week as part of Mildura West Primary School’s nursery…
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Security boost for hospital
SECURITY at Mildura Base Hospital’s emergency department will be bolstered after the State Government yesterday announced $20 million to protect healthcare workers from violent and…
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Salami back in fashion
The much loved annual tradition of making salami was in decline among Mildura’s Italian community about 20 years ago. But sheds across the region these days…
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Man fined for dragging ex-partner
A MAN who travelled from Melbourne to Mildura to find his ex-partner and drag her out of a home by her hair and arm has…
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Canoes get set to launch
A CANOE launching ramp is the latest acquisition at Gol Gol’s James King Park.The $1.3 million upgrade involves a significant facelift for the park, including…
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Personal ambitions take off on balloon day
SUNRAYSIA Institute of TAFE students were yesterday thrilled at the sight of the Royal Australian Air Force hot-air balloon.Seven air force visitors, based in Canberra,…
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Long-term fix is needed – MFC exec
MALLEE Family Care chief executive Teresa Jayet says Human Services Minister Alan Tudge is attempting to apply a short-term solution to a complex issue. As a…
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Blood donors show their true colours
BETWEEN them, Brian Woodford, Ian Benning and David Fuller have donated more than 225 litres of blood – enough to save 1350 lives – and…
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2.9 per cent rise for Mildura home price
NEW valuations for Mildura show its average house price has climbed about $12,500.The data from the Valuer-General’s office also showed the average yearly growth to…
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Taste of the good life
MASTERChef Australia judge and famous food connoisseur Matt Preston says Mildura is fast becoming a “great culinary destination”. Mr Preston and fellow judges George Calombaris, Gary…