Stay close, go further. VISIT THE MURRAY

Deborah Bogenhuber

Food Next Door

Mildura, The Murray

The spirit of the Murray River is in the food we eat. At Food Next Door, we match migrant farmers to land and create ‘Out of the Box’ fresh produce boxes that supply our local cafes, restaurants and the community.It’s a beautiful cycle that brings everyone together and visitors to Mildura can enjoy our culture of creativity and inclusivity.

COVID spike in fortnight

COVID-19 cases have surged in Loddon communities in the past fortnight.

There were 18 new cases in the Loddon last week and 12 the previous week.

The spike has seen local health officials urge residents to have their influenza and COVID booster shots.

More than 4.3 million Victorians are eligible for a 2023 booster dose.

Boort District Health CEO Donna Doyle said if people had any symptoms they should do a rapid antigen test.

Free RAT kits have been distributed by Loddon Shire through local post offices.

There were 9316 COVID-19 cases reported in Victoria last week, an increase of 24 per cent on the previous week.

Camp off limits

CAMP facilities at Newbridge Recreation Reserve will not be re-opened in time for the King’s Birthday weekend next month. This week’s announcement by the reserve committee comes as members continue repairs and rebuilding following last October’s floods.

Campers have been pitching tents and vans either side of the bridge while the camp ground remains closed.