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New research shows local area as an unhealthy place to live

February 7, 2025 9:20 am in by

New research from Monash Uni has shown Mildura and surrounding areas are among the least healthy places to live in Victoria.

Mildura North has been rated as the least healthy place to live in Victoria.

Researchers have released an Environmental Quality Health Index which combines factors such as air quality, access to green spaces and variances in temperature.

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Mildura North had the lowest score of any place in the state, while Red Cliffs, Merbein, Robinvale and Irymple all rank on the lower end of the list due to scorching summers, a low amount of trees and low wages.

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