Opinion
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Nats leader says scrap the tax
THE emergency services tax is the Allan Labor Government’s latest sneaky cash grab and The Nationals will continue to fight it. What better way of…
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New lights a start
NOT that I’m biased towards the Mildura Wetlands Ward but… It was so exciting this week when after years of lobbying by many different stakeholders…
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Pre-election pitch
AUSTRALIA is at a turning point. Sunraysia residents and their fellow Australians cannot afford to continue down the current path. Families and pensioners are struggling…
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Blame game back on
HERE we go again. The blame game’s back on. On the radio airwaves last week, Premier Jacinta Allan once again blamed floods for the shocking…
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Congratulations Hederics
AS the dust settles on another enthralling Dakar Rally, I would like to extend my congratulations to our own Toby Hederics on an outstanding achievement…
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Looking back at the year that was
AS we reflect on 2024, it’s clear that this year has been one of growth, resilience, and community spirit. On behalf of the Mildura Rural…
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2025: new year, new possibilities!
ON behalf of my fellow councillors and the Wentworth Shire, I wish all residents and visitors within our magnificent region a happy and healthy new…
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Giving thanks
AS another year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the past 12 months and express my gratitude for…
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Read all about it
CHRISTMAS has come and gone, and I hope you’re sitting comfortably in your favourite chair relaxing and enjoying your newspaper. As I review what happened…
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Life is good in the regions
AN interesting piece of research came out this month showing two in five capital city residents would contemplate a move to the country. Of course,…
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Fixing water crisis involves one simple act
START listening to locals. In 2025 I will work to ensure those of us in regional Australia are clearly heard, and will never be ignored…
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Congratulations year 12 students
I WOULD like to congratulate the region’s year 12 students as they receive their VCE results. You are to be commended on your hard work…