Made in Mildura - Varipardio Estate

For a unique range of locally produced condiments, it is hard to look past Varipardio Estate. Located just across the Murray River from Mildura in the small town of Buronga, it is one of our regions premier gourmet producers with tastings available in the Café' Tasting Room which is located on their farm.

The Tasting Room stocks an extensive range of locally produced olives, preserves, dressings, almonds, pistachios, dried stone fruit, salt, honey and an award winning caramelized balsamic vinegar with fig. They even have a range of Cosmetics and various Deli goods from other local producers.

Their Café is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9.30am until 4.30pm, and can also be booked outside these hours for private functions. For more information, visit  https://www.varapodioestate.com.au/ or give them a call on (03) 5023 2292

Made in Mildura - Trentham Fisheries

 

Trentham Fisheries is a family run Murray Cod farm about 20km from Mildura on the NSW side of the Murray River.

The farm mainly supplies fish markets in the capital cities, but if you phone ahead and "ask nicely", you are able to purchase one of our regions' most icon species.

Trentham Fisheries gives us the opportunity to eat one of these beautiful tasting fish without affecting the native population in the Murray River, and you get to eat a size that would normally have to be released back into the river.

This is a big win for those of us who love a good feed of fish, the sustainability of the Murray River and if you're anything like me, it will also save you a lot of time trying to land the elusive "big one"!

Trentam Fisheries can be contacted on 0407 248 729, or you can visit their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064562238888

Made in Mildura - Orange World

Just across the river from Mildura at Buronga's Orange World Citrus property, not only can you participate in a guided tour of the Orchid, but visitors can also enjoy citrus fruits freshly squeezed and on sale all year round.

Orange World also has Lemon and Orange Sorbet for the hot Mildura Summers. You will always be guaranteed freshness with a real taste of Sunraysia.

Of course there's more than just juices, with Marmalades that are bottled the same day as picking - all preservative free as well as a range of locally produced products such as Olive Oil, Murray River Salt Flakes', Orange Blossom Honey, Sultanas, Pistachios and Almonds.

For more information visit https://www.orangeworldmildura.com.au/

Made in Mildura - Mildura Chocolate Company

 Mildura Chocolate Company was founded by the Christie Centre in 2009 as a new way of engaging people with a disability in genuine work opportunities. 

Their amazing chocolates can be purchased at the following stockists -

• 
  Mildura Visitor Information Centre.
  
• Stefanos Cafe.
• Mildura Airport Cafe.
• Spark (Mildura Riverfront).
• Trentham Estate Winery.
• Sunraysia Produce.

As a Social Traders certified social enterprise, Mildura Chocolate Company reinvests its profits into its purpose. Your purchase helps to keep 24 Supported Employees across the Christie Centre earning an Award Wage and 12 other people on pathways to work. 

For every $10,000 of additional revenue, we are able to create a brand new position for someone who may have never had a job before.

Made in Mildura - Mildura Brewery

Photo Credit - Australia Brews News

Located in the what used to be the Astor Theatre, this unique building has kept a lot of its charm from days gone by and is worth a visit just for its décor.

Photo Credit - Mildura Brewery Instagram

Located next door to Mildura's famous Grand Hotel, the brewery was originally established by Don Carrazza and is popular night spot for meals and drinks in the heart of Mildura's Feast Street.

This is the place to sample Mildura's very own crafted Beer.

For more information on the brewery visit https://www.mildurabrewerypub.com.au/

Made in Mildura - Trentham Estate Wines

Photo Credit - https://trenthamestate.com.au/

A wine tasting at Trentham Estate is an truly special experience . Overlooking the Murray River away from the hustle and bustle of town, the award-winning Cellar Door has a vast selection partnered with friendly knowledgeable staff that will guide you through their range.

The Cellar Door is open 7 days for tastings and sales and you can even purchase a platter and sit in the picturesque outdoor area and watch the river go by with a your favourite wine at hand.

Photo Credit - Trentham Estate Instagram

The adjoining restaurant is open for lunch Wednesday through to Sunday and its best to make reservations on:

  +61 3 5024 8888

For more information visit https://trenthamestate.com.au/

Salami Festival all set for another year of spicy Sausage

The annual Murray River Salami Festival, held this weekend (11/11/24) on the banks of the Murray River at the Euston Club, once again will be a highlight of the region's food and cultural calendar, attracting Salami lovers, foodies, and families from across the region.

The festival celebrates all things Salami, with local producers showcasing their finest cured meats, with a range of artisan food stalls. 

Euston’s picturesque riverbank sets the stage for a fun-filled day, complete with live music, activities for the kids and market stalls

The highlight of the event is the much-anticipated Salami competition, where producers competed for the title of "Best Salami." Judges taste their way through dozens of entries, evaluating each on texture, flavor, and authenticity. 

Festival goers can also enjoy all the Euston Club facilities including the Bistro, Bar and Lounge, while live music performances add to the vibrant atmosphere on the lawns.

Euston’s Murray River Salami Festival celebrates the region's rich food culture and the festival’s success has firmly cemented its place as one of the must-visit events for sausage enthusiasts in our region. Last years event can be seen below.

Major Blow For Easter Power Sports

Photo Credit - Mildura Ski Club Facebook page

 

Mildura's marquee weekend has been struck a major blow as the Mildura Ski Club has had no choice but to cancel what is arguably the biggest event on the Mildura sporting calendar.

The Mildura 100 Ski Race, (which attracts over 600 competitors every year) said on their Facebook page that "Ski Racing Australia (SRA) has put a hold on all competitive ski racing in Australia until June 30 2025, while a special purpose investigation is undertaken with NSW Maritime."

This comes following a number of tragic events in the sport where competitors have lost their life. Although the two Mildura races (Mildura 100 and the Murray Darling 110) have seen no catastrophic events, SRA deemed an investigation necessary before any further events take place. Therefore the Mildura 100, the Murray Darling 110 and Echuca Southern 80 will not be held this season.

The Easter Power Sports won't look the same without the Mildura 100, but every effort will be made by organisers for the event to return in 2026.

Photo Credit - Pickos Photos

Meanwhile, there will still be plenty of motorsports action over the Easter long weekend with Mildura Motorcycle Club hosting events as well as the Sunraysia Drag Racing Club and B&S Earthworks Timmis Speedway who will host one of the biggest events on the Speedway events calendar with the Australian Modified Production Title. This event will attract teams Australia wide and will provide some thrilling racing over the Easter weekend.

There has been no word on what the Good Friday Show n' Shine will look like this year that is held in Mildura's City Heart, but one can only imagine that it will still be massive with plenty for motor sport enthusiasts to view.

Lake Cullulleraine Gets in on Tourist Action

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The Lake Cullulleraine Inflatable Water Park is gearing up to open mid to late December this year and will operate through to April with proposed operational days of Thursday through to Sunday.

The Lake is approximately 60 kilometers from Mildura and not only will this project be a major boost for the accommodation providers at the Lake but will also provide locals with another activity.

photo credit -www.facebook.com/millewa.advisory.group

Mildura Rural City Council are currently working with the water park operator to have everything in place for a successful opening.

The lake is already a popular spot for weekend getaways as well as longer holidays. It has a great walking track around the lake (see below video) where an abundance of wildlife can be seen, the Lake is also popular for water skiing and fishing and also has BBQ facilities.

This addition will bolster what is already a great spot and is close enough to Mildura for day-trippers or even people passing through for a quick "dip".

To keep up to date with the progress keep an eye on www.facebook.com/millewa.advisory.group

Merbein South Motor Show Continues to Grow

The finishing touches are being placed on the Merbein South Recreation Reserve ahead of the annual show and shine which will be held on Sunday the 10th of November.

This event just keeps getting bigger and bigger and is a real feature event for the Merbein South reserve that was formally the Primary School.

Paul Crouch - Cars n' Things Restos 

A big range of Vintage Cars and Bikes, Muscle Cars, Hotrods, Vans and Utes and much more will be in attendance. One of the highlights would be some of the cars that have been featured on the YouTube Channel "Cars n' Things Resto's"

There is also plenty of food and drink available and ample car parking, entry on the day is free for kids and just $5 for adults.

A Video of last years event can be seen below and for more information visit the events Facebook page www.facebook.com/MerbeinSouthCommunityHub