Search for man missing along Murray River near Mildura after boat capsizes The 34-year-old Tasmanian was one of four men on the boat, which capsized about 2:40am on Sunday. ABC News · Feb 19, 2023
Murray River businesses at Mildura still impacted by flooding with river levels now too low House boats and paddle steamers that were floating level with some buildings on the riverfront are now beached, while dead fish litter once-flooded paths. ABC News · Feb 1, 2023
Detections of mosquito-borne viruses on the rise As the summer heat sets in across the nation, so does the risk of contracting potentially fatal mosquito-borne viruses. The New Daily · Jan 22, 2023
'Significant risk' to Mildura as Murray Valley encephalitis mosquito detections grow Health authorities warn there is a "very high" risk of human cases of Murray Valley encephalitis in coming weeks, as detections rise in the northern Victorian city of Mildura. ABC News · Jan 21, 2023
Murray Valley Encephalitis virus detected in Victoria, one day after NSW Mildura Rural City Council is urging people to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes, after Murray Valley Encephalitis virus was detected in the area. ABC News · Jan 12, 2023
Treasure trove of historical Mildura footage saved in WIN TV building clear-out A historian intends to digitise the archival footage of Mildura taken from the former TV news building, which he says is oftentimes "the only coverage" of local past events. ABC News · Jan 12, 2023
Murray River flooding persists with grape, citrus growers facing uncertainty over harvest Some Mildura farmers are forced to canoe around their properties as authorities set a date for the Murray River's flood peak in the region. ABC News · Dec 9, 2022
Nationals candidate Jade Benham claims seat of Mildura in Victorian election Jade Benham has claimed the seat of Mildura over incumbent independent member Ali Cupper, but says it will be challenging to deliver on her election promises from opposition. ABC News · Dec 6, 2022
Flood evacuation orders issued for parts of Mildura, Euabalong residents say levee holding up Residents in parts of Mildura, Bruce's Bend and Nichols Peak have been told to move to safety. Meanwhile, residents who chose to remain in a NSW Central West town say there has not been a "single breach" of the flood barrier so far. ABC News · Nov 24, 2022
Nearly 1,000 sandbags stolen from Mildura SES as floodwaters prompt evacuation warning Mildura police are investigating the theft of nearly 1,000 sandbags that were to be allocated to Riverland residents threatened by rising floodwaters. ABC News · Nov 16, 2022
Award-winning ABC journalist Sarah Tomlinson mourned after sudden death ABC staff and audiences are grieving a natural and respected talent who spoke with a "beautiful husk" and trained more than 1,000 broadcasters after starting in radio at 14. ABC News · Nov 11, 2022
Wedding bookings cancelled as Mildura prepares for Murray River flood Mildura residents have flocked to a riverside eatery to help clear it of food and stock ahead of the moderate flooding expected over the next few weeks. ABC News · Nov 4, 2022
Will Mildura's GP shortage be eased by a newly announced primary care centre? Experts question whether a new Primary Priority Care Centre announced for Mildura will be enough to ease the current strain on the region's health system. ABC News · Oct 29, 2022
Matthew Guy backs Mildura Liberal candidate Paul Matheson after Victoria Police demotion A police officer who worked at the same station as Liberal candidate Paul Matheson when he was demoted by Victoria Police has questioned his fitness for public office. ABC News · Oct 28, 2022
AAP · Oct 23, 2022 Richmond continue winning streak in AFLW Richmond have broken into the AFLW top four with a thumping 43-point win over GWS in wet and wild conditions in Mildura.
AAP · Oct 20, 2022 Vic coal power plant likely to close early Victoria's Loy Yang B power plant has an official closure date of 2047 but experts believe it will stop operating years earlier, in line with updated targets.
ABC News · Oct 5, 2022 Three historic Mildura paddle steamers for sale after generations of operations Second and third-generation Mildura paddle-steamer operators are looking for new buyers for the historic Murray River vessels.
ABC News · Sep 28, 2022 Diesel pumps run dry at Mildura while north Qld drivers face long queues ahead of fuel excise increase As people rush to fill up ahead of tonight's fuel excise increase, a Victorian service station runs out of diesel and operators across the country report long queues.
ABC News · Sep 23, 2022 Lifeline to open Mildura call centre after community campaign raises mental health awareness The Sunraysia community has been lobbying for a Lifeline call centre in Mildura for the last nine years — and it is finally coming..
ABC News · Sep 17, 2022 Victorian pigeon racing event to mark death of Queen Elizabeth II About 1,000 pigeons will today race from Mildura to Melbourne in an event that will mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and honour the royal family's pigeon racing heritage.
ABC News · Sep 14, 2022 Rural Community Immersion Program for medical students introduces Mildura life Monash University medical students are participating in Mildura immersion program that gives them a feel for regional life and, if organisers have their way, inspires them complete their training and work in a country practice.
ABC News · Sep 11, 2022 Remembering Queen Elizabeth II's visit to Red Cliffs and her 5,000kg of dried fruit Queen Elizabeth II's 1954 Australian tour included a stop at Red Cliffs, near Mildura, where she greeted tens of thousands of onlookers and toured a vineyard before receiving an unusual gift.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 30, 2022 Rural Victorian town left without bulk-billing doctor after clinic closes doors Thousands of patients in Mildura region in state’s north-west are unable to access medical records or GP care
ABC News · Aug 26, 2022 Fair Work Ombudsman launches investigation into Tristar Medical Group The Victoria-based Tristar Medical Group is the focus of a Fair Work Ombudsman probe following allegations that staff are owed large sums in unpaid wages.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2022 Independent state MPs divided over Victorian Farmers Federation campaigning in their seats Shepparton’s Suzanna Sheed says VFF should support candidates with track records but Mildura MP is happy for attention