Politics
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Mallee doctor shortage is a plague, says Anne Webster
A SIGNIFICANT doctor workforce shortage is plaguing the Mallee, Federal Parliament has been told. Member for Mallee Anne Webster said it was not OK that…
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Water trade needs foreign investment tick, says Anne Webster
THE Australian Government’s Foreign Investment Review Board should have the overriding power to determine the sale of water rights, according to Member for Mallee Anne…
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Mildura passenger rail should be part of stimulus, MP says
AN UPPER House Victorian MP wants the return of passenger trains to the Mildura line to be part of any infrastructure-led coronavirus recovery plans. Member…
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Liberal MP pushes for Mildura South sports precinct cash
LIBERAL Member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell has ramped up pressure on the Victorian Government to provide funding to complete the Mildura South Regional Sporting…
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Mildura Council seeking more stimulus for sporting precinct
MILDURA Council is expected to utilise a Victorian Government initiative designed to create jobs and boost the state’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic in…
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Funding boost for Mallee airports
THREE airports in the Mallee will receive a share of $41.2 million under the Federal Government’s Regional Airports Program. Horsham Airport will receive lighting upgrades…
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Freight effort hurt by Murray Basin Rail fail – councils
THE Rail Freight Alliance (RFA) says the capacity of north-west Victoria to efficiently transport freight to the Port of Melbourne has been restricted by the…
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Anne Webster calls for action now on Murray-Darling Basin
NOW is the time to take action to prevent disastrous outcomes for the Murray-Darling Basin and its communities, Member for Mallee Anne Webster has told…
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Lift coronavirus restrictions on country pubs, clubs – MP
MEMBER for Mildura Ali Cupper wants regional Victorians to be able to have a drink at their local pub or club without having to order…
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Katie Clements targets Mildura Council spot for Greens
MILDURA’S Katie Clements has launched her campaign to win a seat on Mildura Rural City Council. Mildura’s council elections will be held in October and Ms…
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Homicide by firearm Bill passes Victorian Parliament
LEGISLATION brought about by advocacy of the family of a Mildura woman who was shot and killed by her partner in 2016 has resulted in…
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Wentworth Preschool wins $279,000 for long day care
WENTWORTH Preschool will benefit from more than $279,000 in Federal Government funding for it to include a long day-care facility. Successful applicants under round 4…
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