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Swan Hill launches tourism campaign
WHILE Mildura might want to be Tropical North Victoria, a new tourism push up the river has taken a different approach. Launched on Sunday by…
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Bridge high on wish list
A NEW bridge at Monak will be among five priority projects Mildura Council will consider advocating for ahead of the upcoming federal election. The current…
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Push for big events off-peak
REGIONAL towns are being encouraged to secure business events during off-peak periods to generate economic activity. According to Tourism Research Australia regional business events generated…
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Silo art trail safety push
A CORONER has recommended further road safety improvements following the deaths of two Swiss tourists from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident while visiting…
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High stakes for regional clubs
LIQUOR and Gaming NSW inspectors have begun conducing a compliance operation at regional clubs and hotels throughout March. Checks will be done to ensure venues…
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Bid to tackle housing crisis
MALLEE Family Care Community Legal Centre has welcomed new funding for a project involving six regional community legal services to tackle housing challenges, strengthen service…
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Ban for medical officer
A FORMER resident medical officer at Mildura Base Public Hospital has been banned from practising medicine until at least August next year after using a…
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New push for Channel 10 return
THE peak industry body for Australia’s commercial free-to-air broadcasters says it is open for the Australian Communications and Media Authority to classify Sunraysia as “service…
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Schools in perfect harmony
SCHOOLS across Sunraysia celebrated Harmony Day yesterday with activities, traditional attire and performances in recognition of Australia’s cultural diversity. Mildura West Primary School took part…
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Family violence driving rise in crime
MILDURA’S crime rate has risen for the fourth successive year since the lows of COVID-19, driven by a continued surge in family violence incidents. Total…
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Rain at last, but only just
MILDURA recorded its highest daily rainfall in more than 100 days on Thursday. Until Thursday, the region had recorded only eight rain events since early…
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Slow walk for Parkinson’s population
THE Slow Walk for Parkinson’s Awareness will return to Mildura on Sunday, April 13, and take a familiar course. The Mildura Parkinson’s Support Group is…