Sanitary products free in schools

SANITARY items including pads and tampons will soon be available free to students in every government primary, secondary and specialist school in Victoria. Premier Daniel Andrews joined Minister for Education James Merlino and Minister for Women and Youth Gabrielle Williams this week to make the $20.7 million investment announcement. Mildura Senior College principal Belinda Hudak […]

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    Helping stock the pantry

    A MILDURA-based organisation that supports young mums aged up to 25 in the Sunraysia community has received funding as part of Australia Post’s 2026 People…

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    AFTER a humbling loss last Saturday, the Mildura Heat Division One women’s team will be looking for a quick rebound against Collingwood at The Hothouse tonight. The Heat, who have…

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