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Housing remains affordable, parking easy and shopping diverse and plentiful, with many of the nation’s major chain stores having outlets across the city. The region is home to many award-winning eateries, making the most of fresh, locally-grown produce including wine-grapes, almonds, pistachios, olives, carrots, asparagus and citrus fruit. Outdoor lovers will revel in the wide array of sports and recreational activities on offer including golf, water-skiing, swimming, lawn bowls, football, shooting and tennis just to name a few. Arts and cultural activities are also embraced, with residents given many chances to attend festivals, concerts and productions. If small-town life is more your style, Mildura Rural City Council spans an area of more than 20,000 square kilometres and includes a dozen warm, friendly and close- knit rural communities such as Merbein, Murrayville, Red Cliffs and Ouyen. Ideal location Located on the Murray River in north- west Victoria, the Mildura region is 550kms north-west of Melbourne, 400kms north-east of Adelaide and 1080kms west of Sydney. Work-life balance Spend less time travelling to and from work and more time embracing sport and recreation, regional festivals, award- winning restaurants, vibrant shopping and delicious fresh produce. Metropolitan convenience, rural lifestyle Imagine living nestled on the banks of the Murray River amid irrigated orchards and vineyards with arid red soil and sand dunes as a backdrop. Mildura really is an oasis in our state’s north-west. The regional centre offers residents an enviable lifestyle mix of cosmopolitan vibrancy and country charm in a Mediterranean climate.

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Housing remains affordable, parking easy and shopping

diverse and plentiful, with many of the nation’s major chain

stores having outlets across the city.

The region is home to many award-winning eateries,

making the most of fresh, locally-grown produce including

wine-grapes, almonds, pistachios, olives, carrots,

asparagus and citrus fruit.

Outdoor lovers will revel in the wide array of sports and

recreational activities on offer including golf, water-skiing,

swimming, lawn bowls, football, shooting and tennis just

to name a few.

Arts and cultural activities are also embraced, with

residents given many chances to attend festivals, concerts

and productions.

If small-town life is more your style, Mildura Rural City

Council spans an area of more than 20,000 square

kilometres and includes a dozen warm, friendly and close-

knit rural communities such as Merbein, Murrayville, Red

Cliffs and Ouyen.

Ideal location

Located on the Murray River in north- west Victoria,

the Mildura region is 550kms north-west of Melbourne,

400kms north-east of Adelaide and 1080kms west of

Sydney.

Work-life balance

Spend less time travelling to and from work and more time

embracing sport and recreation, regional festivals, award-

winning restaurants, vibrant shopping and delicious fresh

produce.

Metropolitan convenience, rural lifestyleImagine living nestled on the banks of the Murray River amid irrigated orchards and vineyards with arid red soil and sand dunes as a backdrop. Mildura really is an oasis in our state’s north-west. The regional centre offers residents an enviable lifestyle mix of cosmopolitan vibrancy and country charm in a Mediterranean climate.

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Fly in, fly out

Mildura is just a one hour flight from Melbourne, with

three airlines operating direct flights to and from the

Mildura Airport each day. Flights are also offered to

Sydney, Adelaide and Broken Hill.

Country communities

More than 50,000 people call the region home

including 28,000 who live in the Mildura township.

The region’s strength lies in its diversity and the range

of friendly communities that make up the area.

Quality health care

A wide range of medical and allied health services ensure

the wellbeing of our community. There are three hospitals

in the region plus extensive specialist health services.

Pick a career path

Key industries and employment sectors include retail,

agriculture, manufacturing, health care, construction,

transport and logistics, education and training.

Let the sun shine

Renowned for its warm climate, Mildura has an average

of 77 days of sunshine each year. The average annual

minimum temperature is 10.3°C and average annual

maximum temperature is 23.8°C.

Affordable housing

The median house price is around $255,000 with the

median rental price being $280pw, while the median unit/

apartment price is $175,000 with the median rental being

$220pw. The median vacant land price for a house lot is

currently $80,000.

Excellent education & child care

The region is home to a wide range of quality early

years, primary, secondary and further education services

including child care, kindergartens, public and private

primary and secondary schools university campuses, TAFE

and registered training providers.

FIND OUT MORE

Local government information

www.mildura.vic.gov.au

(03) 5018 8100

Tourist and visitor information

www.visitmildura.com.au

1800 039 043

Investment, economic and business development information

www.milduraregion.com.au

(03) 5022 0722

Support for newcomers

www.milduranewcomers.com.au

0427 609 774

Shopping and eating out

www.milduracity.com.au

www.milduracentral.com.au

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Driving

Located at the junction of three major highways – the

Sturt, Calder and Silver City – Mildura is easily accessible

by road. The major roads which link Mildura to its closest

capital cities are well-maintained with regular over-taking

lanes and plenty of interesting towns and sights to break

up a trip.

Flying

Mildura is home to one of Australia’s busiest regional

airports.

Victoria’s capital city Melbourne can be reached via a

direct flight in less than one hour, with three major airlines

operating daily flights to and from Mildura. Regular direct

flights to Sydney (130 minutes), Adelaide (65 minutes) and

Broken Hill (55 minutes) are also available. A multi-million

dollar terminal upgrade at Mildura Airport was completed

in 2013.

Regional, not remoteMildura is a vibrant rural city in the heart of a remarkable region. While it offers the sense of peace and community synonymous with rural living, the region is far from remote. Getting to and from the area is easy. Board a plane, bus or train, or drive yourself along one of the major highways that enter the city from all directions. Located at the junction of three Australian states, residents of the Mildura region are spoilt for choice when it comes to visiting capital cities and regional centres for work or play.

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Mildura Airport

(03) 5055 0500

www.milduraairport.com.au

Qantas

13 13 13

www.qantas.com.au

REX

13 17 13

www.rex.com.au

Virgin Australia

13 67 89

www.virginaustralia.com.au

Public Transport

The Mildura region is well serviced by a comprehensive public

transport network, with various bus and rail services connecting

the region to capital cities, interstate destinations and other

parts of regional Victoria.

Public Transport Victoria Public Transport Victoria has up to date details of all public transport routes in Victoria including our region.

1800 800 007 www.ptv.vic.gov.au

V/Line

V/Line operates a train from Melbourne to Swan Hill with

connecting bus services to Mildura. V/Line has an extensive

service throughout the region, connecting each town to

Adelaide and Melbourne.

1800 800 007

www.vline.com.au

Henty Highway Coaches

Henty Highway Coaches provide return services between

Mildura and Horsham. 0427 865 379

Getting around

The relatively flat landscape and warm climate makes Mildura

the perfect place to get around on foot or two wheels. Many

residents cycle to and from work each day and store their bikes

at work or in the secure, designated bicycle hub in the CBD.

Bus networks and taxis provide an alternative option and hire

cars are also available. Parking space throughout the region is

ample, making travel by car a simple and convenient way to

get around.

Sunraysia Bus Lines

operate regular services to Red Cliffs and Merbein as well as

local services around Mildura.

(03) 5023 0274

www.buslink.com.au/your-bus-service/mildura/

Coomealla Bus Lines

Operate weekday services between Mildura, Buronga, Dareton

and Wentworth.

(03) 5027 4704

Mildura Taxis

13 10 08

Murray Darling Taxi

(03) 5023 2239

City Taxis

13 22 27

Red Cliffs Taxis

(03) 5024 1728

Merbein Taxis

(03) 5025 3333

Hertz, Avis, Budget and Thrifty provide

rental car services from the Mildura Airport

and there are also a number of local limousine

and chauffeur driven services available.

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Employment and Career PathsWhether you’re looking to further your professional career, start a new business, expand your skills or forge a new job path, the Mildura region is the place to do it. Our dynamic and diverse economic environment offers employment opportunities across a broad industry platform. Traditionally, the local workforce has been concentrated in the retail, manufacturing, viticulture, horticulture, agriculture and tourism sectors. But a recent wave of investment and string of major projects has increased the demand for skilled workers in the areas of mining, trades, aquaculture and health services.

Finding a job in the Mildura region

You will find a selection of employment opportunities

available in our region listed on major national jobs

websites.

But some employers do not use these sites when

recruiting. Instead they advertise positions in local

newspapers, on their own websites or through one of the

various local employment and recruitment agencies, listed

to the left

.

The local economy and workforce

Recent statistical data shows the Mildura region has

a labour force of more than 21,000. The agricultural

sector is a major employer together with a strong retail

sector. Manufacturing also plays a key employment role.

There are many manufacturing operations that feed off

agricultural production in the region. Education and

healthcare are also major employers, which combined

with retail indicate a strong community services sector in

Mildura. For more information about the local economy

and employment data, contact Mildura Development

Corporation.

(03) 5022 0722

www.milduraregion.com.au

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Key industries and employment opportunities

Agriculture, forestry and fishing

Farm manager, harvest workers,

administration staff, forklift, loader

and truck drivers, maintenance trades

and assistants, OS&E & QA staff and

managers.

Retail trade

Retail/sales assistants and trainees,

electrical and mechanical trades,

logistics staff and drivers.

Manufacturing

Fabricators, welders, production

operators and supervisors,

administration and accounts staff and

managers.

Health care and social assistance

Nurses, doctors, housing support

staff, disability and child support

workers, allied health professionals,

mental health professionals,

occupational therapists,

physiotherapists and podiatrists.

Education and training

Teachers, administration and clerical

staff, trainers and assessors and

employment consultants.

Construction

Project and construction managers,

site supervisors, carpenters,

engineers, plumbers, tilers,

electrical trades and apprentices,

administration and sales staff.

Accommodation and food services

Restaurant, function and

housekeeping staff, cooks, front

of house, waiting and bar staff,

reception, administration, sales and

finance staff.

Public administration and safety

Town planners, project managers,

sustainability coordinators, rangers

and field officers, emergency services,

police and fire officers, paramedics

and community services staff.

Transport and logistics

Truck drivers, diesel mechanics and

apprentices, logistics, warehouse

and depot managers and staff, OHS/

compliance officers, parts, servicing

and sales staff.

Administrative and support services

Retail/sales assistants and executives,

recruitment consultants, graphic

designers, business consultants,

security guards and technicians.

Wholesale trade

Cellar operators, laboratory workers,

electrical, plumbing and butcher

trades, plant operators, drivers, sales,

administration and accounting staff.

Major employers in the region

Mildura Rural City Council

(03) 5018 8100

www.mildura.vic.gov.au

SuniTAFE

(03) 5022 3666

www.sunitafe.edu.au

LaTrobe University

(03) 5051 4000

www.latrobe.edu.au/mildura

Mildura Base Hospital

(03) 5022 3333

www.mildurabase.com.au

Sunraysia Community Health Services

(03) 5022 5444

www.schs.com.au

Mallee District Aboriginal Services

(03) 5018 4100

www.mdas.org.au

State government departments and authorities

www.careers.vic.gov.au

Some Local Employment Agencies

Altus Personnel Australia

(03) 5023 8840

Centacare Employment

(03) 5051 0000

www.centacareemployment.org.au

MADEC

1300 436 332

www.madec.edu.au/employment

MAX Employment

(03) 5025 9500

www.maxemployment.com.au

Prestige Staffing Personnel

(03) 5023 3990

www.presstaff.com.au

SMGT

1800 025 097

www.smgt.com.au

WDEA

(03) 5065 3050

www.wdea.org.au

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Excellent education & childcareThe Mildura region offers a wide array of high quality and varied education and training opportunities, from early childhood through to tertiary studies, for you and your family.

Personalised care and attention in a safe and accessible regional setting means many of our students have an edge over their city counterparts. Importantly, the region’s major education and training providers recognise the need for training and expertise specific to skills shortage professions such as construction, horticulture, conservation, land management, health care, hospitality and a host of other trades.

Playgroups & Kindergartens

There are a range of different playgroups operating

throughout the region where parents and children can

meet and socialise with others. Playgroups promote

friendship, support, independence and learning and

usually offer a range of activities including creative

play, music, imaginative play, crafts, reading and other

literacy activities.

(03) 5018 8100

www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council-Services/Children

Childcare

An extensive range of high-quality Council, community

and privately- operated childcare and after-school

services are available across the Mildura region. Mallee

Track Health and Community Service (MTHCS) provides

childcare at towns from Ouyen to Murrayville. In Mildura,

there is the option of occasional or long day care at the

Council-operated Playalong Child Care Centre plus many

private and community-run centres. Council’s Family

Day Care program also provides nationally-accredited

home-based child care to babies and primary-school

aged children.

(03) 5018 8100

www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council-Services/Children

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Primary Schools

The Mildura region is home to more than 20 different

primary schools. There are government, independent

and Catholic schools. Mildura is also home to a specialist

school for children with intellectual disabilities and

learning difficulties. Most towns outside of Mildura have

their own primary school, which is often the heart and hub

of community life.

(03) 5051 1333

www.australianschoolsdirectory.com.au

Secondary schools

Renowned as a regional hub for quality secondary

education, there are 13 secondary schools in the Mildura

region, including five in Mildura, three in Irymple, and one

in Merbein, Red Cliffs, Ouyen, Murrayville and Werrimull.

A network of school buses transports students from rural

areas to schools in town, which range from Government,

independent and Catholic services.

(03) 5051 1333

www.australianschoolsdirectory.com.au

Further and tertiary education

We have a proud history as the further education

destination of north-west Victoria, with numerous adult

community education services, registered training

organisations and tertiary institutions.

Sunraysia Institute of TAFE

With over 9,000 enrolments per year, SuniTAFE offers

400 courses across 33 industries at four campuses and

also now has links with La Trobe, Deakin and Flinders

Universities. Courses include automotive, business,

finance and administration, hospitality, tourism and events,

nursing, community and children’s services, sustainability,

horticulture, animal and equine studies, engineering,

visual arts and design, multimedia, trades and much more.

(03) 5022 3666

www.sunitafe.edu.au

La Trobe University

This leading education provider has campuses in

Melbourne and across regional Victoria, including

Mildura. Courses offered in Mildura include bachelor

degrees in Nursing, Social Work, Health Sciences,

Business, Accounting, Education, Primary Teaching, Arts

and Creative Arts. The Mildura Campus commenced an

MBA offering in 2014 and honours and post graduate

opportunities are also available in particular areas.

(03) 5051 4000

www.latrobe.edu.au/mildura

MADEC Community College

MADEC is a community-based, not-for- profit business

delivering Employment, Training and Community

Development initiatives throughout Victoria, New South

Wales and South Australia.

(03) 5021 3472

www.madec.edu.au

One stop guide to child services

Mildura Rural City Council’s Early Years Directory is a

comprehensive guide to local services for families and

children.

It includes listings and contact details for child care

centres, kindergartens, playgroups, toy libraries and

maternal and child health services. It also features

information about parenting support, breastfeeding,

immunisation, Aboriginal, CALD disability and special

needs services.

Download a copy from www.mildura.vic.gov.au or call

Council on (03) 5018 8100 to have one posted to you.

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Affordable and appealing housingWhether you choose to rent, buy, build or invest, the Mildura region offers some of the most affordable, and appealing housing in the state. Median house prices are among the lowest in Victoria – less than half those in Melbourne, and cheaper than other regional cities like Ballarat, Bendigo, Wangaratta, Wodonga and Shepparton. From sprawling rural acreages and modern family homes to country houses and compact inner city units, there is a real estate solution for every lifestyle.

While the majority of the region’s housing stock is located

within the city of Mildura itself, the smaller towns scattered

throughout the region are an ideal option for those

seeking the lifestyle of a true country town. There are also

many opportunities to enjoy the peace and quiet of life on

the land with rural properties in a range of sizes available

to rent or buy.

There are many new residential developments and a range

of high-quality house and land packages available too,

plus local builders and architects who can help you design

and build your dream home.

House and unit prices have either risen slightly or

remained over recent years, with the median price for a

house currently sitting at $255,000 and $175,000 for a

unit, making the region a solid investment choice.

Renting

Renting can be a good option while you settle into a

new area. The Mildura region offers a broad range of

rental properties catering for all needs from temporary

accommodation, to self-contained and fully-serviced

executive units and apartments. To find the latest rental

properties and short term accommodation contact a local

estate agent, or search online. The median rental price for

a house in Mildura is currently $280pw while the median

rental price for a unit is $220pw.

www.realestate.com.au

www.domain.com.au

www.visitmildura.com.au

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Find out the facts

Before deciding where to buy, check out the Real Estate

Institute of Australia’s quarterly reports on the state of

residential markets in capital cities and major regional

centres across Australia at www.reiaustralia.com.au.

The Real Estate Institute of Australia also has links to

properties for sale nationwide. The state division, REIV,

provides information on the latest sales and auction

results in Victoria.

Read up at www.reiv.com.au

Local estate agents

Barry Plant

(03) 5021 4600

www.barryplant.com.au/mildura

Burns & Co

(03) 5023 5000

burnsandco.com.au/properties

Elders Real Estate

(03) 5018 6800

mildura.eldersrealestate.com.au

Elstone Agenices

(03) 5027 3177

www.elstoneagencies.com.au

First National Real Estate

(03) 5021 2200

www.collieandtierney.com.au

Gordon Agencies

(03) 5024 6855

www.gordonagencies.com.au

House and Land Mildura

www.houseandlandmildura.com.au

Mildura & District Real Estate

1300 364 578

www.mildurarealestate.net

Mildura Property Advisors

0407 239 971

www.milduraproperty.com

PRD Nationwide

(03) 5022 7750

www.prdmildura.com.au

Ray White Mildura

(03) 5021 9500

www.raywhitemildura.com.au

The Professionals

(03) 5022 8024

www.roccisano.com.au

Tierney Real Estate

(03) 5022 9200

www.tierneyrealestatemildura.com.au

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Health care you can rely onPeople living in the Mildura region enjoy peace of mind knowing they have access to a comprehensive range of health, medical and wellbeing services. Mildura is a hub for health services and facilities, servicing the entire north-west region of Victoria and south west New South Wales.

Three hospitals and a contingent of permanent and

visiting medical professionals, allied health workers and

support is available along with specialist services in

areas such as maternal and child health, mental health,

Aboriginal health, respite care and aged and disability

services.

Hospitals

Mildura Base Hospital

With 146 beds, Mildura Base Hospital provides a range

of acute services including emergency, maternity,

intensive care, general medicine and surgery, medical

imaging, pathology, dialysis, mental health (inpatient and

community services) and a range of ambulatory services.

Ontario Avenue, Mildura

(03) 5022 3333

www.mildurabase.com.au

Mildura Private Hospital

An acute medical, surgical and day procedure facility,

Mildura Private Hospital has a total of 50 beds.

The inpatient ward includes 29 beds, a 2 bed High

Dependency Unit and one palliative care room with

adjoining family room facilities. The Day Procedure Unit

provides private same-day care and incorporates a seven

chair chemotherapy lounge staffed with specialised

chemotherapy nurses.

220 – 228 Thirteenth Street, Mildura

(03) 5022 2611

www.milduraprivatehospital.com.au

Ouyen Hospital

Operated by Mallee Track Health and Community

Service, the Ouyen Hospital provides acute emergency

and medical services, district nursing, high and low level

residential aged care and allied health services.

Britt Street, Ouyen (03) 5092 1111

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Key health service providers

Sunraysia Community Health Services

This community-based organisation provides an extensive

range of health and support services including aged- care

assessment, allied health, chronic disease management,

community dental services, counselling services, disability

and adult day care centres, education, drug and alcohol

services and home-nursing services.

(03) 5022 5444

www.schs.com.au

Mallee Track Health and Community Service

A personalised and caring range of services are available

to residents in rural areas including childcare, acute

medical and emergency, nursing, high and low-level

residential aged care and allied health services.

(03) 5092 1111

www.mthcs.vic.gov.au

Mildura District Aboriginal Services a range of

services, including hearing and vision screenings,

home visits, baby and infant clinics, health checks and

doctor clinics.

(03) 5022 1852

www.mdas.org.au

Maternal and Child Health

Mildura Rural City Council provides free Maternal and

Child Health Services to all families with babies and

children aged six and under and aims to give your child a

good start in life. There are 14 Maternal and Child Health

Centres across the region.

(03) 5018 8277

Murray Primary Health Network

Funded by the Federal Government, the MPHN aims to

improve health outcomes in our region in the areas of

Mental health; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health;

Population health; Health workforce; eHealth; Aged Care;

Avoidable hospital presentations; Cancer prevention

and Immunisation. Murray PHN has four regional offices

established supporting health services including one in

Mildura.

(03) 4040 4300

www.murrayphn.org.au

Aged & Disability services

Our region has a wide range of aged care and disability

services and facilities to suit a variety of needs. Find out

more by contacting Mildura Rural City Council on

03) 5018 8100 or online at

www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council-Services/Aged-Disability-

Services

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A lifestyle of leisureFinding things to do in your free time is never an issue when living in the Mildura region. Renowned for its warm climate and relaxed, outdoor lifestyle, the area is an ideal location to enjoy the great outdoors, local food and wine and natural surroundings. The area has a vibrant arts scene, great shopping, excellent sporting facilities and active community groups and clubs to get involved in.

The great outdoors

The landscapes of the Mildura region are as diverse as

they are beautiful. From sparse sand dunes and desert

bushland to wetlands and two of Australia’s largest rivers,

the natural beauty of the area attracts tourists and nature

lovers all year round. A number of nearby national parks

are very accessible, offering a unique insight into local

culture and heritage and providing the perfect day-trip

opportunity for residents of the region.

There are countless outdoor spaces, walking and cycling

tracks, playgrounds, great parks and beautiful gardens

within Mildura and surrounds. Whether you’re looking for

somewhere to enjoy a barbecue, throw in a line, go for a

jog or take the kids to play, there’s plenty to choose from.

www.visitmildura.com.au/natural-attractions

www.mildura.vic.gov.au

Sport & recreation

Sport and recreation is synonymous with the Mildura

region. Physical activity – be it for leisure, fitness or

competition is a popular past time and many communities

and social activities revolve around sport. The region’s

warm climate and beautiful natural landscapes lend

themselves to being outdoors and many locals spend the

summer months on or near the river. Fittingly, the region

has great sporting facilities and a multitude of recreational

activities including tenpin bowling, gallops and harness

racing, football, cricket, baseball, indoor sports, tennis,

bowls and golf, as well as speed boating and water skiing.

Local sports and recreation clubs are always happy to

welcome new members and the region also plays host to

over 30 major sports events every year including many

major motor sports competitions.

www.mildura.vic.gov.au/sportsandrecreation

www.visitmildura.com.au/outdoor-sports

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Arts, culture & heritage

The Mildura region is situated on and incorporates the

traditional lands of the Latji Latji and Bakandji people who

have been custodians of this land for thousands of years.

Along with strong Indigenous heritage, the region is

home to people from more than 50 different nationalities,

whose customs, religions and cultures are a focus of many

festivals, events and celebrations. Each year the region

plays host to hundreds of local, regional and national

events. From sport and music to art and performances,

there is always something happening. A thriving arts

scene with great galleries, museums, architectural gems,

fantastic program of local and touring performances,

significant historical sites, countless arts clubs and

activities are also on offer.

www.milduraartscentre.com.au

www.milduraevents.com.au

www.visitmildura.com.au

Fine food and wine

The Mildura region is considered a foodie’s paradise with

everything from award-winning fine dining to relaxed

cafes and beer gardens. Much of Australia’s fresh produce

– including citrus, table and wine grapes, salt, nuts,

carrots, lamb, mushrooms and cod are farmed locally.

Many eateries focus their menus around seasonal local

produce and you can purchase direct from growers at

roadside stalls and various community markets.

Mildura City Heart is home to many of the region’s

best restaurants but there are also hidden gems dotted

throughout the region, including fabulous wineries and

picturesque cafes.

www.visitmildura.com.au/food-and-wine

Retail therapy

Shoppers are spoilt for choice in Mildura. The city is North

West Victoria’s major retail hub, with people travelling

from right around the area and interstate to hit the shops.

From national chains, supermarkets and home ware

and electrical warehouses to boutique specialty stores,

antiques and regular markets, Mildura has it all. The city

centre is home to more than 350 traders while Mildura

Central offers the convenience of a large undercover

complex. You can pick up fresh local produce, arts and

crafts, antiques, plants, food and more at the great

markets which are held regularly in Mildura, Merbein and

Red Cliffs.

www.visitmildura.com.au/shopping

www.milduracity.com.au

www.milduracentralshopping.com.au

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Embrace our community spiritTalk to anyone who lives in the Mildura region and chances are they’ll tell you the area’s people are among its greatest assets. Being involved in the community is part and parcel of life in the Mildura region. Whether it’s fundraising, helping out at weekend sporting events, promoting the arts, delivering meals to people in their homes, preserving our heritage or looking after our environment, getting involved and helping out is a way of life.

Regardless of your age, interests or background, there is

bound to be a community group, club, organisation or

activity to get involved in.

Senior Citizens Groups

A number of clubs meet regularly at centres throughout

the region including Mildura, Merbein, Ouyen, Irymple,

Red Cliffs, Underbool and Murrayville.

www.mildura.vic.gov.au

(03) 5018 8100

Churches

Almost every township in our region is home to at

least one church, with a wide variety of faiths and

denominations represented.

Sport & Recreation Groups

Sport and recreation is synonymous with the Mildura

region. Local sports and recreation clubs are always happy

to welcome new members, so contact Mildura Rural City

Council for a copy of their Recreation Directory, which lists

all local sports clubs and groups.

(03) 5018 8100

www.mildura.vic.gov.au/SportRecreation

Volunteering

Volunteering is one of the best ways to get involved in

your community, meet new people, and learn new skills.

Whether you have a lot of time or only a little, chances

are, there is a community group, club, service organisation

or charity that would welcome your assistance.

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Community Development & Progress Groups

Our region’s strength lies in its diversity and the range

of communities that make up the area. Most townships

outside of Mildura have an active group that works to

progress their community’s interests. To get in touch with

your local group call Council and ask for their details.

(03) 5018 8100

www.mildura.vic.gov.au

Emergency Service Volunteering

There are Country Fire Authority (CFA), State Emergency

Services (SES) and St John Ambulance groups based in

towns throughout our region, where members provide

voluntary emergency services for the community..

CFA

1800 232 636

www.cfa.vic.gov.au

SES

1300 842 737

www.ses.vic.gov.au

St John Ambulance

1300 360 455

www.stjohnvic.com.au/volunteers

Mildura Lifesaving Club

www.lsv.com.au

Community Service Groups

There are lots of community-orientated clubs operating in

our region who work to provide services and raise money

through a range of different projects. Most are affiliated

with state, national and even international movements.

Probus

1800 630 488

www.probussouthpacific.org

Rotary

1300 476 827

www.rotary.org.au

Country Women’s Association

(03) 9827 8971

www.cwaofvic.asn.au

Returned and Services League

(03) 9655 5555

www.rslvic.com.au

Lions

(02) 4940 8033

www.lionsclubs.org.au

Mildura Young Professionals Network

MYPN provides 18-40 year olds in Mildura and the

surrounding region with opportunities to participate in

social and business networking, together with professional

and self-development activities.

[email protected]

www.milduraypn.com

Mildura Regional Development

MRD works with local businesses and industries to further

develop our diverse and vibrant economy, and attract new

businesses, industries, tourism and investments into our

region. MRD is a key network in Mildura and distributes

a range of information about local business events and

tourism.

(03) 5021 0599

www.milduraregion.com.au