North West Farmer January 2023

North West Farmer

January 2023

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  • Young people with big voices

    Young people with big voices

    THE 2026 Mildura Rural City Youth Council has officially been sworn in, welcoming in nine young people excited to advocate for youth in the municipality.…

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  • Algae alert for popular lake

    Algae alert for popular lake

    A RED alert warning for blue green algae has been issued for the popular Lake Cullulleraine. Lake users have been warned that due to extreme weather conditions there has been…

  • Jail for repeat sex offender

    Jail for repeat sex offender

    A MILDURA man who spent four years in jail for making indecent contact with young girls and reoffended within weeks of his release claimed violent or sexual thoughts flooded his…

  • MRCC consider early years transition

    MRCC consider early years transition

    MILDURA Rural City Council have begun consultation with local families and staff, as well as members of the broader community on a potential future transition out of providing early years…

  • More time for tiny towns

    More time for tiny towns

    THE smallest towns in Victoria have an extra month to apply for a Tiny Towns Fund grant to fund improvements. Between $5000 and $50,000 are available to towns with fewer…

  • Payment increase for conservation areas

    Payment increase for conservation areas

    THE New South Wales Biodiversity Conservation Trust has updated rates for its Western Division fixed price offer, with expressions of interest closing on 1 March. The fixed price offer is…

  • Kill threat lands woman back behind bars

    Kill threat lands woman back behind bars

    A MILDURA woman released on bail just days before she threatened to pour acid on a man and burn him has launched an expletive rant and stormed out of court…

  • Calls to boost Euston health

    Calls to boost Euston health

    THERE are calls for the New South Wales Government to “immediately” commit to a formal feasibility assessment for a multi-purpose health facility in Euston. Balranald Shire Council Mayor Cr Louie…

  • Movement the new medicine for cancer

    Movement the new medicine for cancer

    THERE are many benefits to regular exercise, including improved cardiovascular health, mental well-being, and most importantly, your clothes fitting better. But for people affected by breast cancer, the benefits can…

  • Thirteen’s a dream for host family

    Thirteen’s a dream for host family

    MILDURA couple Narelle and Rick Tomlinson are sure the number 13 is lucky. They have been hosting foreign students through the Southern Cross Cultural Exchange program for several years now,…

  • Citrus innovator up for top award

    Citrus innovator up for top award

    CITRUS grower Tim Vandenberg from Monak’s Timmel Ridge Estate has a motto: if the investment goes into the tree, the tree will give you a return. And it is this…