Mildura Rural City (Sunraysia)
<h2 data-block-key="osesh">About the Mildura Rural City (Sunraysia)</h2><p data-block-key="2bdbk"><b>The Mildura Rural City is the local government area covering the Victorian part of the Sunraysia region, located in the state's far north-west. </b></p><p data-block-key="2c50j">Situated approximately 550 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, it is a key regional service centre positioned on the Murray River and shares a border with New South Wales and South Australia, defining it as a strategic interstate hub.</p><p data-block-key="bm7vl">Sunraysia offers a unique oasis lifestyle defined by its high number of sunshine hours and intensive irrigation, which transformed the arid Mallee landscape into one of Australia's most significant food bowls. The region is renowned globally for its horticulture, producing over 80% of Victoria's grapes (table, wine, and dried fruit) and vast quantities of citrus and stone fruit. </p><p data-block-key="8032b">Residents enjoy a relaxed, high-quality life centred around the Murray River, featuring paddle-steamer cruises, water sports, and a celebrated food and wine scene, largely influenced by post-WWII Italian and Greek migration. The city of Mildura acts as the major centre, offering excellent tertiary education (La Trobe University, SuniTAFE), health, and retail services.</p><p data-block-key="3jrq9">The Traditional Owners and true sovereigns of the land now known as Mildura are the Latji Latji and Barkindji Peoples, whose enduring connection to the Murray River (Barka) shapes the region's ancient heritage.</p><p data-block-key="f99t4">Mildura Rural City Council is the local council for the municipality; visit the Mildura Rural City Council website to learn more about the latest news, services, and its commitment to economic growth driven by agriculture and tourism.</p><p data-block-key="4iuff"><b>Ready to discover what each unique area in the Mildura Rural City Council has to offer? Explore our suburb and town profiles below to learn more about each locality, including median prices for sale and rent.</b></p>