FIFTH-generation Mildura man Eric Baumann has entered the election race for Mildura Rural City Council, opting to contest the City Gate Ward.

As the youngest of the 21 nominees vying for nine positions on council, the 26-year-old isn't daunted by the pressure of running for public office.

"It feels like a bit of an honour to both run for council and to also be standing as the youngest candidate,...