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Friday, 29 March 2024
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The wanted man was arrested in Warrnambool's Derby Street.
Andrew Thomson • 2hrs ago
Xavier Grant, 6, received a life-changing diagnosis in 2018.
Jessica Howard
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Warrnambool's Kate McCosh has been a volunteer for about 25 years.
Andrew Thomson
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Warrnambool's Kate McCosh was busy collecting for the appeal at the intersection of Raglan Parade and Banyan Street on Friday morning.
'It will actually be done better than it was going to be done.'
Katrina Lovell
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Midfield's Malerie Janes and Matt Fisher at the site of a proposed village which will feature cabins and native landscape when their idea was first made public. Picture file
Eliza and Liberty's house is the latest that could sell for less.
Jade Lazarevic
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One of the houses sold on the 2023 season of The Block is on the market and expected to sell for a loss. Picture supplied
As Australian wine producers celebrate China's decision to remove punitive sanctions on imports, the industry is warning the recovery will take time.
Tess Ikonomou • 1hr ago
Initiatives to help Australian companies re-enter the Chinese wine market are being rolled out. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
The AFL, players and politicians have expressed disgust after former player Eddie Betts shared distressing footage of his children being racially abused.
Cassandra Morgan, Holly Hales and Shayne Hope • 1hr ago
AFL legend Eddie Betts has shared disturbing footage of his children being racially abused. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)
Hammonds Paints in Warrnambool celebrates 150 years.
Jenny McLaren
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Nick Rule at Hammonds Paints. Picture by Anthony Brady
Robert Best has abused at least 36 separate victims since 1969.
Jessica Howard
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The man in his 40s is now facing six police briefs of evidence.
Andrew Thomson • 2hrs ago
Man remanded in custody charged over family violence incident
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Drivers urged to avoid the Princes Highway east of Allansford.
Andrew Thomson
Upgrades worth $800,000 are on the cards.
Katrina Lovell
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Council to run Warrnambool animal shelter, for now
Loch Hart's Jayden Bath reacts to mega event being cancelled.
Jessica Howard
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Loch Hart Festival director Jayden Bath with partner Tess Birch at the 2024 event. Picture by Ebony Wardlaw
It could mean more housing density, increased building heights.
Katrina Lovell
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'I'm adjusting pretty well and not too much jet lag so far.'
Matt Hughes
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Julia Nielacna, pictured at Mermaids' training, is the Australian club's overseas import for 2024. Picture by Anthony Brady
Two-million-dollar contribution on behalf of federal government.
Jessica Greenan
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Pool, breakwater and Brierly topped list of topics.
Katrina Lovell
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Warrnambool City Council staff and councillors meet with government ministers in Melbourne. Picture supplied
Eight of the units will be set aside for NDIS participants.
Katrina Lovell
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Work is under way on a new housing development on Mortlake Road.
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'We were in waders cleaning out a big ditch with a big backhoe,'
Katrina Lovell
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The woman had begged him to leave her alone, he's now in jail.
Andrew Thomson
Offender jailed for six months after again breaching IVO
'Parents certainly should never have to bury their child.'
Katrina Lovell
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Camperdown businessman sentenced in Warrnambool court.
Jessica Howard
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MacQueen Funeral Homes in Camperdown. Picture Google Maps
Man with history of drug use fined after release from prison.
Andrew Thomson
Drug user with history fined for possessing illicit substances
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'Never welcome': AFL condemns Betts' racist attack
Cassandra Morgan, Holly Hales and Shayne Hope • 1hr ago
AFL legend Eddie Betts has shared disturbing footage of his children being racially abused. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

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More than 2,500 families missing a loved one this Easter.
Anna Houlahan
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Support for magpie who bonded with pet dog to return home.
Anna McGuinness
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Staffies Peggy and Ruby with Molly the magpie. Pictures via Instagram/@peggyandmolly
With the colder months flu season returns.
Sophia Baker
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People are getting vaccinated against the flu. Shutterstock
Coles sold nearly 50 million hot cross buns since Boxing Day
Anna McGuinness
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Coles' Taylors Hill bakery team has sold more hot cross buns than any other location in the country. Picture supplied by Coles
'We see each other at least once every day, if not more.'
Anna McGuinness
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Peter Hill and Ron Hooper have been neighbours and good friends for more than 20 years. Picture supplied by Levande
The Warrnambool export will return to Victoria for season 2024-25
Nick Creely
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The consistent galloper lines up in benchmark race at Flemington.
Tim Auld
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Warrnambool trainer Aaron Purcell is confident in the chances of consistent galloper Dashing. File picture
Teenage star Luke Littler has secured his first Premier League victory by seeing off stablemate Nathan Aspinall in Belfast.
Teenager Luke Littler secured his first Premier League win after beating Nathan Aspinall. (AP PHOTO)
Premier Speedway will start work after its season finale.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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'It was good fun to do that with my sister, very special/.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Alana Johnson, Mia Cook and Ellie Johnson performed strongly at the Victorian surf life saving titles. Picture supplied
'I'm adjusting pretty well and not too much jet lag so far.'
Matt Hughes
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Julia Nielacna, pictured at Mermaids' training, is the Australian club's overseas import for 2024. Picture by Anthony Brady
Architecturally designed Warrnambool home provides top lifestyle.
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A whopping 94 per cent of properties sold for a profit.
Jemimah Clegg
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The median profit from property sales was $310,000 in the December quarter compared with $290,000 in the previous quarter. Pic: Shutterstock
It comes with a Mykonos beach club inspired backyard.
Melissa Kehagias
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"She's made it her own," co-listing agent Randall Kemp of Ray White Woollahra said. Pic: Supplied
It's the first NYE event in Koroit in more than 50 years.
Lillian Altman
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Some of the events running across the south-west for NYE.
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Spend New Year's Eve at Warrnambool's Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village. Picture file
There will be two new rides to try out.
Lillian Altman
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Family Carnival on Tour operator Kristofer Verfurth in front of the dodgem cars ride in Warrnambool. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Visitors flock to a south-west town for its festive creations.
Lillian Altman
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Tarrington residents Colin and Betty Huf with their award-winning German mulled wine and cheese platter hay bale display. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
'I think the show really encapsulates that'.
Lillian Altman
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An Irish dancing display in the Celtic Christmas show. Picture supplied
It's the first NYE event in Koroit in more than 50 years.
Lillian Altman
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Getting the word out about foundation.
Anthony Brady
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Jo Sinclair from the Crytal Lee Foundation. She is at the op shop in Koroit. Picture by Anthony Brady
Public asked to contribute to display.
Anthony Brady
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Port Fairy Historical Society president Margaret Whitehead. Picture by Anthony Brady
Beloved community man taking a step back.
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Bernie Murray is ready for his big milestone. Picture by Anthony Brady
Ceremony for new school facility.
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Staff, students and parents during the smoking ceremony at the opening of the new outdoor learning classroom at Koroit and District Primary School. Picture supplied
From the warm cities of South America to the beauty of Antarctica, this cruise has it all.
Emma Brown
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Have you retired and been able to access your superannuation savings but are now considering returning to work?
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There are issues to consider before taking the plunge to re-enter the workforce after retirement. Picture Shutterstock
From tech to lifestyle and every day items - here is what you can save on.
New Balance shoes on sale with Amazon. Picture amazon.com.au
Aussies are experiencing a remarkable blend of lifestyle and technology that's changing the way they live, play, and interact.
Aussies are experiencing a remarkable blend of lifestyle and technology that's changing the way they live, play, and interact. Picture Shutterstock
Warrnambool's Kate McCosh has been a volunteer for about 25 years.
Andrew Thomson
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It's the first 'Sticky Subject' panel discussion at the library.
Andrew Thomson
Author Judy Ryan will speak at the Warrnambool library in April. Picture supplied
Here's to strong women, may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.
Grace Ryan
.Five-month old Eadie with mum Grace. Picture by Georgie Newton
The wanted man was arrested in Warrnambool's Derby Street.
Andrew Thomson • 2hrs ago
This is a good-looking but bland Danish animated feature.
Ron Cerabona
There are moments that if handled more adroitly could have been deeply affecting. Picture: Rialto
The man in his 40s is now facing six police briefs of evidence.
Andrew Thomson • 2hrs ago
Man remanded in custody charged over family violence incident
Fun, silly monster movie doesn't entirely live up to its potential.
Cris Kennedy • 2hrs ago
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King Kong in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Picture supplied
Mr Pezzullo was sacked last November for breaching the code of conduct.
Justine Landis-Hanley, Karen Barlow • 2hrs ago
Former Home Affairs secretary Michael Pezzullo declined to comment on the matter. Picture by Karleen Minney
It's a game-changer for people seeking rental accommodation.
In these scary times, belief in the afterlife provides comfort.
Garry Linnell
The paranormal craze of the 19th century reached a feverish peak in the early 1920s. Picture Shutterstock
What's old is new again as schools rediscover discipline.
John Hanscombe
The disciplinary climate in Australian schools is among the least favourable in OECD countries. Picture Shutterstock
A landmark delivers luxury trappings without the price tag.
Sarah Maguire
From business to family, we have all types of travellers covered.
Akash Arora
Hotel Bel-Air.
Meet the "mamas" of the island nation for a taste of laplap.
Angela Saurine
An incredible food experience you can only have in Vanuatu
Experience the rich culture and history of the island nation.
Carla Grossetti
Find out how a sleep apnoea sufferer can enjoy seamless travel with a CPAP machine.
Find out how a sleep apnoea sufferer can enjoy seamless travel with a CPAP machine. Picture Shutterstock
Old digs get a brand-new look in Singapore.
Penny Watson
Singapore's new star: Colonial riff on a modern redo
Our duelling experts help you decide.
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Which of these European heavy hitters is for you - Provence or Tuscany?
The state-of-the-art interiors are inspired by the landscape.
Akash Arora
First look: The 'Premium Economy' cabins of the rail world are here
Car Expert
Tweaked styling and more safety equipment mark the latest, modest update for the Hyundai i30 Hatch range, which will soon be sourced entirely from Europe.
William Stopford
Another 700 Suzuki Jimnys have been recalled for a fuel pump fault which could cause the car’s engine to stall unexpectedly.
Jordan Mulach
The Flipper Zero has become the tool of choice to steal cars overseas, and now at least one of the scanning devices has been seized locally.
Jordan Mulach
The Australian Government may announce several key concessions to carmakers when it puts forward revised emissions regulations this week.
William Stopford
Parternship talks between Fisker and Nissan are over, and Fisker's path to continued solvency seems narrower and rockier than ever before.
Derek Fung
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Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
Stock & Land
"Definitely by next year we've got some cracker utes coming."
Rachel Simmonds
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A wine company has been fined nearly $500,000 for stealing water.
Maeve Bannister
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A wine company in NSW's Wentworth region stole just under 365 million litres of water to make wine. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
The government has approved the Australia Post request.
Karen Barlow
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Ali & Gaby's quick tips for big wins in understanding your money
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Australians are feeling the pinch from "sharp increases" in living costs amid rising grocery prices, a national consumer survey shows.
Belad Al-Karkhey
To cut down on grocery costs, households are spending more time shopping around for savings. (AP PHOTO)