News
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Refugee program speaks volumes
HELPING the region’s new arrivals learn English has earned Sunraysia Mallee Ethnic Communities Council two awards. The conversation reading cafe class at SMECC started in…
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Mosquito virus more widespread than thought
CASES of Japanese encephalitis are more widespread than first thought, a survey conducted by Victoria’s Department of Health has revealed. More than 800 participants across…
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Dude, where’s my car?
A MAN stole a friend’s car and drove to Melbourne while he was organising a bus fare for him on Sunday, police allege. The victim…
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Cricket gear reported stolen in Mildura
AN amazing Aussie cricket adventure has been soured for Englishmen Harvey Ault and Charlie Walker, who have reported their playing gear stolen. The duo are…
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Cancer research grant a ‘game-changer’ for rural communities
Researchers from Mildura’s La Trobe University have been awarded a share of $3.3 million from Cancer Council Victoria. They were one of 13 cancer research…
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Ex-CFA member helps neighbours during fatal blaze
WITH prior CFA experience up his sleeve, Rob Sherwell was not afraid to jump into action and help people out of their homes as a…
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Mildura truckie’s radio show cash haul
A MILDURA truck driver said he plans to renovate his home after winning $30,000 through the Time Game on Hit Network’s Carrie and Tommy radio…
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Singer’s key for success
MILDURA-born opera singer Siobhan Stagg has been awarded the key to the city. The announcement was made on Saturday afternoon midway through the soprano’s Melbourne…
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Mildura death among Mallee workplace toll
A MILDURA resident was among six people killed in the Mallee last year as a result of work-related incidents. WorkSafe Victoria has released its annual…
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Feast of fun to hit Mildura street
NEXT weekend’s Street Feast is a stepping stone to revitalising some of Mildura’s most beloved events, says Arts Mildura’s new interim director. Feast Street, on…
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Council launches search for four new general managers
Mildura Rural City Council has begun its biggest restructure in decades, launching a nationwide competitive search for four new general managers. Chief executive Martin Hawson…
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Robinvale mourns Villers-Bretonneux mayor
A FORMER mayor of Villers-Bretonneux, and one of the architects of the 38-year twin-town relationship with Robinvale, has died. Dr Hubert Lelieur, who was mayor…













