Opinion
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Concern for speed limit lowering
MANANGATANG P–12 College acknowledges and supports the shared commitment of all levels of government to improving road safety and reducing deaths and serious injuries on…
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Parliament at its best
THIS week in the Victorian Parliament we saw democracy at its very best. The Voluntary Assisted Dying Amendment Bill prompted a marathon sitting on Tuesday…
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Halt the hooning
CITY Gate ward residents have raised serious concerns about the safety risks and noise caused by inconsiderate motorists at all hours of the night. While…
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Services needed
I’VE read with great enthusiasm yesterday’s reports on Building the Base and efforts to return the Mildura passenger train service – two prolonged hangovers from…
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Prepare for fire season
AS we head into another fire season here in regional Victoria, it is a timely reminder to make fire preparation a priority. Understanding your local…
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Focus on water
THIS National Water Week (October 20-26) is the ideal time to start a broad discussion on the future water and food security needs of Australia.…
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Committed to building better roads
I’VE spent the majority of my life in regional Victoria and there’s nowhere I would rather live. From the breathtaking Mallee skies in your part…
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Remembering them
WE will remember them. Four simple words. But four incredibly powerful words in the Ode of Remembrance. It’s not ‘we will remember them when it’s…
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Webster rebukes rising costs
COST-of-living pressures are biting Sunraysia residents hard, and contrary to the prime minister’s claims, your Medicare card isn’t magically paying for your whole doctor visit,…
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Care for a carer
THIS week marks National Carers Week (12–18 October 2025), a time to stop and recognise the selfless work of the more than 750,000 unpaid carers…
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More mental health support needed
WE write to your readers to ask them to make a stronger connection between themselves and people facing mental health issues. The not-for-profit Mental Illness…
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Bushfire program gets underway
Chris Hardman Chief Fire Officer, Forest Fire Management Victoria BUSHFIRES are a natural part of the Victorian landscape, but with the right planning and action,…













