The Standard
Tuesday, 7 May 2024
Council had been conscious of rising costs, Cr says.
Katrina Lovell
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The charges filed include rape and indecent acts with a child.
Jessica Howard
The state is 27,000 elective surgeries short of its annual target.
Ben Silvester
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Victoria's hospital system is tracking for a $3 billion deficit, which experts blame on 'unreasonable' budgets set by the state government.
'The intersection also has a crash history.'
Katrina Lovell
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The Lava and Kepler Street roundabout is getting a makeover. Picture supplied
The Hollywood star temporarily lived at the property in 2021.
Jade Lazarevic
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Rivermead Estate on the Gold Coast is listed for sale with price expectations of around $20 million. Picture supplied
The Voice of Real Australia newsletter is now five thanks to you.
James Joyce
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Voice of Real Australia celebrates the storytelling of the ACM network's local journalists and long-standing regional and agricultural news outlets around the country.
A friendly dolphin swimming up 'to say g'day'.
Ben Smyth
Moruya's Dave Boyes recently returned from a two-year adventure with friends sailing the east coast of Australia. Pictures supplied
Carnival and racecourse naming rights deals on the open market.
Tim Auld
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Affluential, ridden by Will Gordon, wins a novice hurdle at Warrnambool Racecourse during the 2024 carnival. Picture by Reg Ryan/Racing Photos
Racing club chief executive delighted after super carnival.
Andrew Thomson
The vehicle was stolen from a Wangoom farm on Monday.
Monique Patterson
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A ute similar to this one was stolen from a Wangoom farm on Monday morning.
One council recently imposed a 24-hour curfew.
Katrina Lovell
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A man, 21, is back in custody until June 12, six police briefs.
Andrew Thomson
Man charged with terrorising widow back in custody
The WAG will no longer be hosting the Warrnibald art competition.
Sophia Baker
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Winner of the 2023 Archibool People's Choice award Jimmi Buscombe and his painting of Gunditjmara artist Fiona Margaret Clarke. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
'Shearing and wool are two things which helped make Australia".
Jessica Greenan
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Rural Industry Skills Training teacher Raelene Laidlaw and Mercy Regional College student Luke Bond at Bookaar's West Cloven Hills Woolshed.
A fire at Milltown has been deemed by police as not suspicious.
Andrew Thomson
Former Koroit woman delivering vital service across state.
Monique Patterson
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Nicole Gleeson is thrilled her first aid checklist can be found in Cotton on Kids stores around the world. Picture by Monique Patterson
How family is helping emerging netballer on the road to recovery.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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What will regional Victoria get from its regional Premier?
Ben Silvester
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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has warned of a tough budget, so what will regional Victoria get from the regional MP's first budget as leader?
'I thought they all did some really, really nice things.'
Nick Creely
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Charlie McKinnon, pictured in the Vic Country under 16s jumper, made his GWV Rebels debut on Sunday. File picture
'I gave it my best and that's all you can really do.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Camperdown's Aidan Conheady won gold with the Victorian under-17 men's team. Supplied picture
'We've seen a devastating loss of life on the roads.'
Andrew Thomson
'Over the moon, there's going to be an addition to the family.'
Tim Auld
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Stephanie Scott and Symon Wilde, pictured with Vanguard before the May racing Carnival, have some special family news. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Another footy oval will also get a makeover.
Katrina Lovell
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The 29-year-old entered the final as hot favourite.
Nick Creely
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Camperdown-based Penny Smith won silver at the ISSF World Cup. File picture
'He was a firefighter's firefighter.'
Katrina Lovell
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Portland firefighter Garry Mallen was remembered during a service in Melbourne on Sunday. Picture supplied
A first-time winner took out the top spot for girls.
Jessica Belzycki
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Eta Aquariid meteor shower will occur eithers side of May 6.
Jessica Belzycki
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The young women have been offered counselling by the school.
Carla Mascarenhas
Entrance to Yarra Valley Grammar School in Ringwood, Victoria. Picture via Google Streetview
The body of their American friend and one other were also found.
Anna McGuinness Anna Houlahan
Perth siblings Jake and Callum Robinson, both in their 30s, were allegedly shot in the head while resisting a robbery of their ute. (AAP Image/Supplied)
Many artists earn far less than the average wage, while the cost of producing work increases, a snapshot of Australia's artists shows.
Liz Hobday • 1hr ago
Artists in Australia earn about a quarter less than the wider workforce, according to a report. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
'I gave it my best and that's all you can really do.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Carnival and racecourse naming rights deals on the open market.
Tim Auld
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Affluential, ridden by Will Gordon, wins a novice hurdle at Warrnambool Racecourse during the 2024 carnival. Picture by Reg Ryan/Racing Photos
How family is helping emerging netballer on the road to recovery.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Koroit netballer Layla Monk will support her team from the bench after suffering a season-ending injury. Picture by Anthony Brady
'I thought they all did some really, really nice things.'
Nick Creely
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'Over the moon, there's going to be an addition to the family.'
Tim Auld
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Stephanie Scott and Symon Wilde, pictured with Vanguard before the May racing Carnival, have some special family news. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Racing club chief executive delighted after super carnival.
Andrew Thomson
Warrnambool Racing Club CEO Luke Cann was delighted with the carnival crowd numbers.
The 29-year-old entered the final as hot favourite.
Nick Creely
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Camperdown-based Penny Smith won silver at the ISSF World Cup. File picture
Stuart Appleby left a shot adrift of Scott Dunlap after heavy rain forces the cancellation of the third round at the Insperity Invitational in Texas.
Stuart Appleby, of Australia, was a shot behind the leader when poor conditions prevented play. (AP PHOTO)
As building costs remain high people favour established homes.
Jemimah Clegg
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The Peterborough property is on an unspoiled section of paradise.
House of the Week
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Live on the Great Ocean Road
It sits in an ornate 1880s landmark building.
Melissa Kehagias
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The main bedroom suite is set within one of the building's iconic domes, with 7.5-metre-high ceilings. Pic: Supplied
It could beat the Australian house price record of $130 million.
Jen Melocco
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'Magic' two-hour commuter radius around big cities lead the way.
Jemimah Clegg
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 Regional markets are once again starting to out-perform the capital cities. Pic: Shutterstock
Three bedroom home with room for all your family and vehicles.
House of the Week
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Classy Warrnambool property with a three-car garage
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.
Lillian Altman
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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
Three Olympic gold medallists spoke at Warrnambool Golf Club.
Matt Hughes
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Olympic gold medallists Kerri Pottharst, Lydia Lassila and Steve Hooker at Warrnambool Golf Club for a business event. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Beloved community man taking a step back.
Anthony Brady
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Bernie Murray is ready for his big milestone. Picture by Anthony Brady
Travel through the Panama Canal on a ship built for maximum enjoyment.
Emma Brown
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Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
Emma Brown
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Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
Drink in history and the future with a tasting adventure of award-winning Barossa shiraz.
Rosie Ryan
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The Northern Lights hold a fascination for humans the world over.
Emma Brown
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The polar lights in Norway. Picture Shutterstock
Upgrading the litter tray can improve your cat's health and decrease odour.
Elizabeth Habermann
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PetSafe is dedicated to enhancing the bond between pets and their families through innovative pet care solutions with the ScoopFree automatic litter tray their latest product. Picture PetSafe
There's been a severe weather warning issued for much of Victoria.
Andrew Thomson
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'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
Latest collection will be available from Saturday, May 18.
Georgina Sebar
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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
Council had been conscious of rising costs, Cr says.
Katrina Lovell
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'Pull our heads in': Budget to buffer ratepayers from rising costs
Parts of the Central Coast had 165 millimetres in 24 hours.
Jessica Belzycki
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Campsite inundated with water at Stockton Caravan Park, Newcastle. Picture Peter Lorimer
A friendly dolphin swimming up 'to say g'day'.
Ben Smyth
Moruya's Dave Boyes recently returned from a two-year adventure with friends sailing the east coast of Australia. Pictures supplied
The Voice of Real Australia newsletter is now five thanks to you.
James Joyce
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Social media is like a letterbox jammed with junk mail.
John Hanscombe
The concern is that younger social media users are not only less selective but are being steered by algorithms towards noxious content. Picture Shutterstock
It's time for the government to go beyond rhetoric.
Colin Rubenstein
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For years, Iran has been orchestrating a vast plan to encircle Israel militarily and attack it constantly. Picture Shutterstock
An extraordinary tree is at the root of many excellent experiences.
Kate Armstrong
Swap big-city thrills in Canada for the charms of country Quebec.
Sarah Maguire
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Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Best of the west just got closer.
Marlene Even
Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
Portland is abuzz with new energy.
Louise Goldsbury
Portland beyond Portlandia: Why everyone's talking about this city - again!
The 2024 numbers have surpassed pre-pandemic figures.
Australians are heading to Japan in record numbers - here's why
Car Expert
With the new Symbioz, Renault has added another car to its ever-growing lineup of crossovers, but it's unclear if it'll arrive in Australia.
Derek Fung • 2hrs ago
Contrary to popular opinion, it isn't illegal for L-platers to use cruise control in Australia... though it mightn't be the best idea.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Insurer Allianz says it has already stopped fraudsters who have used AI to doctor images and submit phoney insurance claims.
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
South Carolina will soon be enforcing a law that bans the "Carolina Squat", a polarising and potentially dangerous modification.
Max Davies
US state to start fining drivers for this stupid modification
Western Australia is investing an additional $5.2 million in rebates for buyers of new electric vehicles, even as other states ditch subsidies.
William Stopford
Western Australia pours more money into EV rebates
The Senior
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
Treasurer Tim Pallas will announce the detail of Budget 2024 on Tuesday.
Barry Murphy
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The Speckle Park stud breeder said his co-pilot did not want to stop in Goondiwindi for longer than two hours.
Bryce Eishold
Black Diamond Speckle Park stud principal Murray Van der Drift, Marcona, Vic, made the journey north to Beef Australia in Rockhampton in just 25 hours. Picture by Bryce Eishold
Treasurer Tim Pallas will announce Budget 2024 in Melbourne.
Barry Murphy
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Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas will announce the state budget on Tuesday. Picture by Andrew Miller