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Articles

Developer wants delayed Trentham Waters resort open in 2025

2 months ago | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

V8 Supercars champion turned developer Rick Kelly hopes his luxury resort in Trentham Cliffs will be open by the end of this year. The Trentham Waters Resort was previously scheduled to open by the end of 2024, but that has been pushed back. The concept has been in development since the Kelly Group purchased the land about eight years ago, but major constructions works have taken place in the last two years.
Cricket club's fundraiser after Murray River drowning - ABC listen

Jan 21, 2025 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

Mildura's South West Cricket Club is fundraising for the family of one of their players who drowned in the Murray River last week. Harry Chatha, 54, went missing last Tuesday while cooling off in the water at Apex Park River Beach. His body was recovered by authorities after a two day search. Mr Chatha had been living and working in Sunraysia since 2018, supporting his wife and children back home in India. Vic Gupta, a cricket teammate and friend, said Mr Chatha was a great presence around the club.
'Aspirational' plan for $89m Buronga Gol Gol sporting complex

Jan 19, 2025 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

A bold plan to develop an $89 million sporting complex in Gol Gol is being considered by the Wentworth Shire Council. Unveiled on New Year's Day as part of the Buronga Gol Gol Sporting Masterplan, the project would see major expansion to the facilities at the Carramar Drive Sporting Complex. Wentworth shire mayor Daniel Linklater said the plan was "aspirational" but recognised a growing demand for sporting facilities in the region.
Mildura residents urged to hop on board PS Melbourne or risk losing it to Echuca - ABC listen

Jan 13, 2025 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch |Sarah Buchecker

Echuca shipwright Adam Auditori purchased the PS Melbourne in 2024, leaving many residents concerned the iconic paddlesteamer would leave the Mildura region. Mr Auditori decided to give the boat a chance to stay local, taking passengers out onto the water three times a day to test the viability of local operations. However, despite marketing efforts, only a few hundred people have boarded the vessel since January 1.
Harold Ball had a short but impressive football career before he died in WWII

Dec 13, 2024 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

"Don't worry there's not a bullet made that can travel as fast as I can," up-and-coming footballer Harold Ball wrote from his World War II posting to his brother George in regional Victoria. The light-hearted quip would become one of the last things he would relay to his family. Ball also wrote about a new-found passion for photography, trips to the theatre and an odd skin rash he'd developed. All typical concerns for a 21-year-old. But there was nothing typical about Harold's situation.
Environment Minister defends Mount Arapiles cultural heritage protections and climbing bans

Nov 10, 2024 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

The Victorian government has released a long-awaited plan for protection of culturally significant sites in the Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park. Traditional owners say the changes will "reset" the balance between cultural heritage and recreational use of the park, which is world-famous for its rock climbing. An estimated 48 per cent of climbing areas will close under the proposed amendments.
Is the term 'grey nomad' a term of affection or a criticism?

Oct 27, 2024 | abc.net.au | Nikolai Beilharz |Andrew Murdoch

When older Australians were asked whether they like the term 'grey nomad' at the Australian Caravan Club's National Muster in Mildura, there seemed to be widespread affection. But the Club's Chair, Graham Humphreys is not so sure some agree. Speaking to Nikolai Beilharz, he said, "Sometimes a lot of the councils look at us in a negative way".
Cardross crash survivor still waiting for change - ABC listen

Oct 9, 2024 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

Marco Medici was clinically dead for seven minutes, was placed in an induced coma and only woke up six weeks later. He was one of the more fortunate. Six teenagers were killed on Myall Street in Cardross on the night of February 18 2006, when 34 year-old Thomas Towle lost control of his car. The group of 13 teenagers had just left a party. The Night The Phones Fell Silent is a new book written by Marco and his friend and author Nathan Carnie.
Sunryasia sporting hero remembered after fight with MND

Oct 7, 2024 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

A legend of the Sunraysia sporting community Michael Hogarth died on Friday, four years on from being diagnosed with motor neuron disease. Known as 'Hungry' by his teammates, Michael won eight football premierships and was awarded the Innes Medal three times as Sunraysia's best cricketer. Tony Hickey, a teammate and coach at Imperials, said people were always drawn to be around Michael. "I don't think I ever heard Michael say 'I' it was always 'we'," he said.
'Crime of the century' survivor breaks silence 52 years after Faraday school kidnapping

Oct 5, 2024 | abc.net.au | Andrew Murdoch

On a cold spring day 52 years ago, in a tiny Victorian town 115 kilometres from Melbourne, two men barged into a one-teacher state school and committed "the crime of the century". Inside, 20-year-old primary school teacher Mary Gibbs was playing musical chairs with her six students as home time neared. Ms Gibbs was at the piano when the men burst in brandishing a shotgun, knives and chains.