MILDURA Rural City Council Mayor Cr Helen Healy has responded to criticism from the community, and within her own councillor ranks, over ticket pricing for the Trail of Lights at Lock Island.

Currently, it costs $45 for an adults 13-years-and-older, $25 for people aged three to 12, and $35 concession.

Children under three years old are free and there's also an annual membership pricing plan at $...