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Joshua Riseley

Students inspect pipeline works

NICHOLS Point Primary School students took the role of junior pipeline supervisor very seriously last Thursday, joining their teachers and Lower Murray Water staff on a walking tour of construction works currently under way. As part of the Sunraysi...

17 May 2024

Football

Injuries open door for young talent

AT the age of just 19, Robinvale-Euston’s Anthony Mezzatesta is already in his fourth year of senior footy. With a growing injury list at John James Oval, the midfielder has been one of many young Eagles to step up this season, playing one of his...

17 May 2024

Netball

Defender plays a crucial role

THE Imperials defence played a huge role in their recent six-goal victory over Red Cliffs, and 19-year-old Laci McHugh certainly led by example. In tough and wet conditions, McHugh showed great anticipation in the back third, denying Tigers shooters...

16 May 2024

News

Lake Cullulleraine new facilities

UPGRADES at Lake Cullulleraine to better cater for men’s and women’s football are now complete, with renovations coming to a close last week. Separate toilet and shower facilities are at the forefront of the upgrade, while a larger canteen and new...

16 May 2024

Football

Carter named player of the round

HAVING just played arguably his best game for the season, midfielder Jack Carter is proving to be one of many vital cogs in a well-oiled machine at Wentworth this season. Carter led his team’s third-quarter charge against South...

16 May 2024

News

Money raised for Dr Julie Zrna Centre

THE Mildura Health Foundation teamed up with nursery Eden On Dow recently, hosting a garden high tea party and raising funds for an important local project. On the day, more than $18,000 was raised with the money going towards the construction of the...

16 May 2024

Horse Racing

Benedetta win thrills local trio

THE investment in four-year old mare Benedetta is paying a dividend for three locals, who as part of a syndicate took home $547,250 on Saturday. Competing in Morphetville in Adelaide at the Sportsbet Goodwood, Benedetta held off...

15 May 2024

Health

Kudos to our midwives and nurses

MIDWIVES and nurses across the country took time to reflect and celebrate their professions last week, with two dates marking the importance of their impact in the healthcare sector. International Day of the Midwife (May 5) and International Nurses...

13 May 2024

Community

A classic day for mums

MILDURA’S riverfront was flooded with pink on Sunday morning, with plenty out and about walking and running for cancer at the Mother’s Day Classic. After a rainy start to the weekend, the sun shone down on the event, ensuring many turned out to...

13 May 2024

Sport

Rain hampers Kabaddi Cup

POOR weather caused delays but wasn’t able to stop a decent crowd from forming at the Kabaddi Cup, which was held at the Mildura Sporting Precinct on Saturday. Described as a combination of rugby, wrestling, red rover and tag, this year was the...

13 May 2024

Farming and Environment

Grains data access grows

AN agriculture research company has announced the release of a new catalogue, the new method expected to streamline data for stakeholders. The launch of the Grains Research and Development Corporation’s Data Catalogue is expected to provide...

12 May 2024

Health

First Nations oral health effort extended

ABORIGINAL Victorians of all ages now have access to improved oral health services, specifically the culturally appropriate application of fluoride varnish. State Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas said Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander...

12 May 2024