Sunraysia Life
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A step back in time
The origins of Nichols Point date back to the mid 1800s. The town’s name itself derives from a somewhat remarkable and truly intriguing series of…
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The other side of cheating
Whether it’s managing break-ups, tackling cheating or sharing stories of Tinder dates gone wrong; we’re here for it and we’re talking about it. This week,…
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Nolens growing a magical place
For many in Sunraysia, it doesn’t feel like Christmas without a visit to Kathy and Kevin Nolen’s Christmas wonderland in December. When they aren’t decorating…
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Cheers to the beers
Sunraysia plays host to many events throughout the calendar year, but this year there is a new kid in town. Welcome Mildura Beerfest. Event directors,…
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At home with … Alison Pongraz
With two birds, two cats, three dogs and 21 alpacas, Alison Pongraz is never short of company. The owner of Bluestone Alpacas opened her home…
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Simple tips to do your bit in National Recycling Week
National Recycling Week is upon us (November 11-17), and in light of the annual event Danielle Meddemmen caught up with Tom Fagan to chat about…
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Four decades of progression and soccer success
Irymple Knights Soccer Club is a prominent part of the Sunraysia soccer community. The club, formerly known as Zagreb S.C, was founded more than 40…
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A passion found later in life
What do vegetables, animals and folklore creatures all have in common? They are all concepts that Michaal Fletcher has brought to life using her needle…
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Kombi Keg in Mildura is more than just a bar
Sunraysia’s Dean Castleman has taken the idea of hiring a mobile bar to a whole new level, with the recent arrival of his “Kombi Keg”.…
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Eclectic Edinburgh: Things to do in the Scottish capital
There’s no place in Scotland quite like Edinburgh. Whether you’re a royal enthusiast, a fanatic foodie or seasoned festival goer, Scotland’s capital city will not…
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Calisthenics: A sports steeped in tradition
To many, calisthenics is a sport that’s quite unfamiliar and often misunderstood. What started as a form of exercise during the Victorian gold rush era,…
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Parramatta Speedway and the lessons for Mildura
The speedway landscape in Australia has been rocked by the news Parramatta Speedway in Sydney is to be demolished due to the compulsory acquisition of…