Author(s): Phil Kettle; Australian Geographic Staff

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The Our Australia stories focus on a young Greek-Australian boy, Taha, who goes on a road trip with his Mum, visiting Australian regional towns and cities. On the way he learns about the people, history and geography of each place he visits. A mischievous young boy with a big imagination, Taha brings his destinations to life and has a lot of fun and laughs on his travels. Mildura is first stop for Taha and his Mum, who has just become an Australian citizen. Theres plenty of fruit and sunshine in Mildura and theres plenty of fish too in the mighty Murray River! As well as fishing, Taha learns about Milduras location, the regions Aboriginal custodians, and all about paddleboat captains, the Chaffey brothers and lots more about Mildura today.