
Mildura:
Population: | 30,016(2006 ABS) | ||||||
Established: | 1887 | ||||||
Elevation: | 51 m (167 ft) | ||||||
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Local Government Area: | Rural City of Mildura | ||||||
Region: | Sunraysia | ||||||
State District: | Mildura | ||||||
Federal Division: | Mallee | ||||||
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Mildura is a regional city in northwestern Victoria, Australia and seat of the Rural City of Mildura local government area. It is located in the Sunraysia region, and is on the banks of the Murray River. The current population is estimated at just over 30,000.
Mildura is a major agricultural centre notable for its grape production, supplying 80% of Victoria's grapes. Many wineries also source grapes from Mildura.
Its name is taken from the Mildura homestead, an early sheep station which covered most of the area.
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