About Sunraysia
Mildura
and Swan Hill are situated in Victoria’s north-west. Its region’s landscape
ranges from mallee vegetation to grain farms, intensive horticulture, vibrant
towns and the beautiful banks of the Murray River.
The region’s population of around 80,000 people is culturally diverse, giving it
a cosmopolitan flavour. From the Murray River to the National Parks and dryland
farming districts, the region includes significant natural assets that are the
hallmark of the district.
Mildura is known as the centre of Victoria’s food bowl and is a major
horticultural producer. Fruit sourced from the region is famous for its quality,
the rich soil contributing to optimal production. Mildura has become a key
service and economic hub of inland Australia and is recognised as being one of
the top two fastest growing inland regions in the county.
Mildura and Swan Hill enjoy a warm to mild climate, and days are mostly clear
with 100+ days of full sunshine each year. Rainfall is about 290mm a year and is
spread evenly across the months and seasons.
Both Mildura and Swan Hill are easy to travel by bicycle, as both are fairly
flat. Despite it's name, Swan Hill isn't hilly.
To find out more about Mildura, visit
Mildura Tourism,
Live and Work in the
Mildura Region,
Grow Mildura
Region and the
Mildura Physical Activity & Recreation Directory. To find out more about
Swan Hill, visit Swan
Hill Region.