Mildura

Mildura is a large regional town in Sunraysia, Australia.

Mildura Halal Explorer

Located in the north west corner of Victoria, Mildura is situated on the Murray River. With a population of just under 57,000 the regional population is growing at around 1.5% annually. Mildura and the surrounding area is a large fruit growing region. Local produce include most varieties of citrus, grapes, avocados and almonds. The quality of local produce and the growing industry have helped Mildura develop a reputation for great food and soft drinks. In recent years Mildura has become popular with backpackers drawn by the availability of farm work.

Travel to Mildura

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Mildura

Mildura Airport IATA Flight Code: MQL -34.229167, 142.085556 - Mildura Airport Mildura Airport overview Vabre-1 Is one of the largest in regional Australia. The airport services regular Flights from Melbourne. There are Flights connecting Mildura with Adelaide, Melbourne and Broken Hill, but be sure to book ahead of time as they may not run on the day (or even in the week) that you want to travel.

By Rail

The Mildura train station is on the junction of Langtree Avenue and 7th St. Currently, no passenger trains arrive or depart from Mildura. However, passenger lines are scheduled to reopen, but a set date has not been decided yet after delays on reopening other railway lines in Victoria.

Travel on a Bus in Mildura

The bus station is located next to the train station. Buses to Melbourne depart daily and run direct or to Swan Hill or Bendigo to connect with train services, taking between 7.5 - 9 hours. Mildura is on the daily bus route from Adelaide to Sydney (via Canberra). Local buses connect Mildura with surrounding smaller towns.

By car

From Melbourne the journey time is roughly 6-7 hours along the Calder Highway. Journey time from Adelaide is roughly 4.5 - 5hrs. From Sydney you will be travelling via Wagga Wagga and Hay (New South Wales) | Hay, and be prepared for a long straight drive through the Murray Outback for the best part of 12 hours (not allowing for breaks). Best to allow at least two days. The roads in and out of Mildura are generally uninteresting, and dotted with small towns with little to see or do. Be prepared for a long and potentially boring drive.

Get Around

-34.189|142.158|width=|align= }} Local buses connect Mildura with surrounding smaller towns. Buses run on weekdays during business hours between Ransoms (Deakin Avenue & Eighth Street) and Centro (Deakin Avenue & Fifteenth Street) every half hour. For most attractions a vehicle is necessary - major rental companies operate from the airport. Mildura is largely flat, making it ideal for cycling - several trails run around the city and along the river. Bicycle Hire is available from a local bike shop.

Driving to Wentworth takes around 30 minutes, but by bus it can take 1.5 hours.

What to see in Mildura

Murray River - 34.182590, 142.165893 - Still flowing strong despite drought and the Mighty Murray winds its way through the region, with the Rowing Club just a few minutes walk from the Langtree and Deakin Avenue food and entertainment neighborhood.

Lock 11 - Lock and Weir and Lock Island - 34.173376, 142.162897 - A man made island with easy walking tracks and native bushland. Camping is not permitted, but there are some good swimming sand bars. Great Muslim Friendly place to watch the big Paddle Steamers as they go through the complex Lock & Weir system. Also a good place to sit back and fish, catching stunned carp as they come through the Weir (though you're not allowed to fish too close to the weir for the unfair advantage it gives!)

Apex Park - 34.152713, 142.165791 - Apparently Australia's (or at least Victoria's) largest inland beach, Apex is a great place to swim. Its easy to find, has a huge sandbar (beach) and occasionally is even manned by lifeguards.

Wentworth - The Meeting Of The Waters - 34.110997, 141.910986 20km west of Mildura - The location where the Murray and Darling Rivers meet - a riverside park provides good views of the rivers.

Perry Sandhills - 34.099588, 141.868102 a bit west of Wentworth, past the airport - Large set of red sandhills.

Woodsies Gem Shop Cnr Morpung and Cureton Ave, Nichols Point -34.222613, 142.206548 southeast of town - A great place for adults and kids. It has a garden maze to get lost in, "Aladdin's cave" with an extensive display of fossils, precious stones, and rocks that glow in the dark, as well as a cafe, jewellery store, and jewellery-making displays.

Murray Sunset National Park
Mildura is a good jumping-off point for day trips to Mungo National Park, located between Mildura and Broken Hill

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Mildura

Visit Cafes including Trentham Estate, Oak Valley Estate and Lindemans or one of the growing number of boutique producers.
Cruise the Murray River on the Paddlesteamer Melbourne or a chartered houseboat.
Watch the Speedway races. Oval, flat track motorbike racing.
Time your visit to coincide with the annual jazz, country music or arts festivals.
Go camping! Free camping is still available almost anywhere on the banks of the picturesque Murray River. It is easy to find a private campsite with good river access for swimming, water skiing, fishing, or just looking. Birdlife on the Murray is abundant (you will likely be woken up by the kookaburras) and you may spot the odd goanna or kangaroo.
Local bands at gigs around town. Check out Thursday's Sunraysia Daily (local newspaper) for the gig guide. Usual venues include the Sandbar and The Sett's.
Visit the tourist information center. The tourist information center is at 180-190 Deakin Avenue (corner of Twelfth Street), and if calling within Australia can be contacted on the following toll-free number 1800 039 043. The tourist info area also has a small museum area containing quick-info about the region. The complex also contains the local Library, which as well as regular library functions also has free wifi and computer terminals. Also within the complex is the local swimmingpool (Mildura Waves) which contains one out-door full sized lap-pool, one out-door diving swimmingpool with a maximum 20 metre platform, one in-door lap-pool, one in-door generic swimmingpool (locally known as the "wave pool") that has wave generators and showers, a children's pool, a spa, and a sauna. The swimmingpool area (past admission desk - but separate area to pools) also contains a gym. The main 'lobby' area as you would walk into the complex has a cafeteria to one side and plenty of seating.
The Mungo National Park is just a day trip away.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Mildura

Some superb Murray pink salt from the visitor centre. These salts also help farmers who have lost their fertile soil to salinity problems.
Local dried fruit produce from the Australian Dried Fruits Association on Deakin Avenue.
Locally grown fruit and veggies such as oranges, grapes, avocados, mandarins, rockmelon, watermelon, tomatoes, mulberries, and onions from the roadside stalls. All stalls have an 'honesty box' system and charge very reasonable rates well below local supermarkets. Local Coles & Woolworths supermarkets may buy their produce locally, but they are not permitted by company policy to negotiate their own price with growers. The supermarkets also end up having to buy their fruit from local growers at wholesale markets in Adelaide or Melbourne, meaning the carbon footprint is massive after two approx 5 hour trips in B Double trucks! Important note: Mildura is in the fruit fly free zone, so you are not allowed to carry fruit and vegetables from outside this zone into Mildura (this can attract fines of up to $100,000). Also any fruit taken outside of this zone must not be brought back into the zone. You should also not take fruit over interstate borders into South Australia or New South Wales (fines may also apply).

Merbein Street Market - Commercial Street ☎ +61 427 888 708 Opening Hours: Third Sunday of every month 8AM Monday - 1PM

Halal Food

Make a booking at Stefano's at the Grand Hotel, considered to be one of the best restaurants in Victoria. The Grand Hotel has a number of other restaurants, including the Pizzas Cafe.
Visit the restaurant strip in Langtree Avenue.
Do not bring fruit or vegetables from interstate or outside the Fruit Fly Exclusion Zone.

Brass Monkey | 32 Carter Lane -34.189442, 142.158527 behind Hog's Breath Cafe $20+ Funky restaurant with live music nights.

The Mildura Brewery at the Grand Hotel serves its own boutique organic juice in the old Astor Theatre.
For live bands check out O'Malleys Irish pub on the junction of Deakin Avenue and 8th Street, The Sandbar on the junction of 8th St. and Langtree Ave, or the Setts.
The Sandbar becomes the popular nightspot "Heaven" on Saturday nights, with a live DJ. Other clubs can be found at Dom's Nightclub in Langtree Mall, and Our House at O'Malleys.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Mildura

Mildura - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Mildura, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Mildura. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Mildura and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Mildura. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Mildura. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inMildura: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Mildura.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Mildura: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Mildura, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Mildura.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Mildura, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Mildura, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Mildura and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Mildura, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Mildura, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Mildura without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Mildura is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Mildura.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Mildura is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Mildura, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Mildura Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Aarinda Holiday Apartments - 1800 637 269 - Have self-contained apartments at reasonable prices.

Sunraysia Motel & Holiday Apartments 441 Deakin Ave ☎ +61 3 5023 0137 +61 3 50 222 638 - Best rates online start at $84 Has 12 fully renovated motel rooms and 4 self contained holiday apartments.

Murray Darling River Holidays - 452 Benetook Ave ☎ +61 427 502 664 - Providing unique riverfront holiday accommodation to the Mildura area. Suitable for large groups. Perfect secluded locations so you can make the most out of your holiday!