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Lewis Nancekivell

Ouyen secures grant for pedestrian safety

OUYEN will soon receive improved pedestrian and cyclist safety, thanks to new funding from the Transport Accident Commission’s Local Government Grant Program. Mildura Rural City Council has secured funding to develop a plan that links some footpaths...

22 hours ago

Community

Guts, grit and a great scholarship

TWO Sunraysia students will walk the historic Kokoda Trail later this year as recipients of the newly established Farnsworth Lochhead Lowe Scholarship. Hannah Saunders and Rhiannon Jack were announced as the inaugural recipients of the scholarship on...

23 hours ago

Arts & Entertainment

Eisteddfod strikes a chord with high entries

THIS year’s Mildura Eisteddfod is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever, following the announcement of record-level entries. About 1600 people have entered the local performing arts competition, which is the highest number of participants in...

27 Apr 2025

Community

Christie Centre’s leading lady retires

MILDURA Christie Centre’s executive officer Florence Davidson will retire after years of leading the way in disability services across the region. During her 14-year tenure, the organisation saw significant growth in both the...

25 Apr 2025

Combat Sports

Pack a punch

THREE boxers from Iron Fist Gym Mildura competed in Adelaide late last month, with two fighters bringing home hardware after a pair of clear-cut victories. It was another day in the office for Egemen Keleser, one of Australia’s top up-and-coming...

13 Apr 2025

News

Fresh funding for community groups

COMMUNITY groups and not-for-profit organisations across regional New South Wales can now apply for funding through the first round of Transgrid’s 2025 Community Partnerships Program. Grants of up to $5000 are available to improve community...

11 Apr 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Campfire ignites creativity

MALLEE Conservation staff will host an event in the bush next month with the aim of allowing people to participate in creative and environmental activities. Nature Connect will be held at Raakajlim, a property managed by Mallee Conservation, located...

11 Apr 2025

Basketball

Mildura set to school Melbourne Uni

THE Mildura Heat women’s team will look to get their season back on track with a win at home tomorrow against Melbourne University. Last Saturday, the Heat lost 64-56 to the Camberwell Dragons, managing only seven players for the match. Then, the next...

11 Apr 2025

Basketball

Heat all set for Suns

THE Mildura Heat have a tall task ahead of them as the team face off against the undefeated Sherbrooke Suns tomorrow at home. The Suns have two of the top five scorers in the league, including last season’s Most Valuable Player, Malik Potter. Heat...

11 Apr 2025

Farming and Environment

Tree planting effort good to grow

SIX streets in Mildura and Red Cliffs will have new trees planted on their nature strips in the coming months as part of a municipal initiative. Known as the Cool It Street Program, Mildura Rural City Council officers are aiming to improve...

10 Apr 2025

News

Youthful week all about next gen

YOUNG people across the Wentworth Shire will be in the spotlight this week as New South Wales Youth Week kicks off. The event’s goal is to celebrate young people’s strengths and recognise themselves as potential future leaders and...

08 Apr 2025

Community

More to borrow from library

MILDURA Library has introduced a new service allowing people to borrow everyday items like garden tools, sensory toys, cake moulds, and a sewing machine. Mildura Mayor Cr Helen Healy officially launched the service, called the Library of Things...

06 Apr 2025