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‘Gravity’ catching up with housing market
Gravity may well have caught up with the “stupidity” surrounding house prices, prominent economist Chris Richardson says.But Mr Richardson warns that this, in turn, will…
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Dream still comes true
SHE may not have taken home the crown, but former Sunraysia local Simone Smith has walked away from the Miss World Australia pageant with more…
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Almonds lead way: Popular nut is still our leading export commodity
THE latest data released by Horticulture Innovation Australia shows strong performances by the nation’s almond, olive and avocado industries.According to the Horticulture Trade Intelligence reports…
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After stint No. 200, JP signs up for more
SUNRAYSIA justice of the peace Robert Reid has completed his milestone 200th shift at the Mildura police station signing centre. Mr Reid, 84, volunteers three hours…
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Safety officer to tackle the issue of farm fatalities
THE main body representing Victorian farmers is planning to employ a farm safety officer as part of its goal to achieve a zero fatality rate…
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Frost vigil aids grain recovery
PADDOCK temperature measurement could help grain growers determine whether their crops have been subjected to frost, enabling them to quickly work to salvage a return from affected…
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Next, make place
PROVIDING a permanent space for local artists to discuss their projects and brainstorm ideas is on the cards for the Wentworth Makers group following the success…
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Farmer ruing roos
LIVESTOCK producer Angus Whyte says he is considering selling most of his cattle due to the dry weather conditions and a large influx of kangaroos…
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Bag ban gets backing
SUNRAYSIA residents will need to get a handle on their shopping habits with supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles implementing a ban on single-use plastic bags.The…
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Robinvale mourns much-loved community members: Gripped by grief
TRIBUTES have poured in for the Robinvale residents who died after two cars collided on the Sturt Highway near Euston on Sunday morning. The utility driver…
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Winter wonderland a winner
AN ice skating rink set up in Langtree Mall has been hot property over the school holidays.Thousands have used Mildura’s winter attraction, which is set…
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Asparagus springs to life
THE demand for asparagus has significantly increased since Wayne and Lisa Stephens began producing the vegetable about three decades ago.Stephens Asparagus has five farms in…











