The Standard
Saturday, 27 April 2024
She said the Irish Festival held a special place in her heart.
Jessica Greenan • 54m ago
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'I was born in Limerick, Ireland, but my family come from Cork.'
Jessica Greenan • 1hr ago
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'We've very happy and very pleasantly surprised.'
Jessica Greenan • 1hr ago
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Ray White auctioneer Harry Ponting at the auction of 13 Steeple Court, Warrnambool.
This year's Irish festival was Jameson and Eamonn's fourth.
Jessica Greenan • 2hrs ago
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Adelaide brothers Eamonn and Jameson Wood love coming to Koroit's Irish Festival. This year was their fourth. Picture by Eddie Guerrero.
Some experts say it would help boost home ownership, others disagree.
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Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have been proposed in the wake of the housing crisis. Pic: Shutterstock
Investigations are continuing into the death of a man found with stab wounds in a Sydney residential area, and the stabbing death of a teen in western NSW.
Rachael Ward • 5m ago
NSW police are investigating two separate stabbing deaths, in Sydney and the state's west. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)
Rising wholesale costs, high oil prices and a weak Australian dollar have pushed fuel prices to new highs in Australia's capital cities.
Adrian Black • 2hrs ago
A weaker Australian dollar is affecting petrol prices at the moment, an analyst says. (Flavio Brancaleone/AAP PHOTOS)
Hong Kong-style cuisine newest food van to open in Warrnambool.
Jessica Greenan
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Hong Kong-style noodle van Abbee Udon owners Abigail Chau and Hadrian Chan. Picture by Eddie Guerrero.
'We will test the appetite for a retirement village.'
Katrina Lovell
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"All the bars and the hotels and the shebeens couldn't make a quid."
Monique Patterson
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Mick and Amanda Fennessy are returning the Southern Cross Hotel to its former glory. Picture by Monique Patterson
A toddler died in hospital after the single-car crash in 2023.
Jessica Howard
Ticket sales strong ahead of event.
Monique Patterson
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A horse trains on Warrnambool's main beach on Thursday, April 25 ahead of the May Racing Carnival.
The Warrnambool County Court trial started in mid April 2024.
Jessica Howard
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Man found not guilty of twice raping a woman in his own home in 2020
'Last year we had 3800 and we had over 5000 this year.'
Jessica Greenan
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Loretta Gurnett (top left) stands with Koroit's spud-picker statue, adorned with a coat of crocheted shamrocks, and other members of the Country Women's Association who helped to create them. Picture by Anthony Brady
The man was already serving a sentence for the same offending.
Jessica Howard
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Magistrate questions man's remorse years after deathly collision.
Jessica Howard
'Extraordinarily dangerous': Suspended meth-driving truckie sentenced
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Police called to an incident in Camperdown, wanted man arrested.
Andrew Thomson and Jessica Howard
Police will conduct an operation during the May Racing Carnival.
Andrew Thomson
Warrnambool May Racing Carnival police operation forward commander Acting Sergeant Ben Timpson.
Midfielder has dominated the stats sheet early in 2024 season.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Jackson Grundy pictured playing in front of a large Hampden league grand final crowd in 2023. File picture
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Department slashes speed limit due to 'community concerns'.
Katrina Lovell and Andrew Thomson
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The Cobden-Warrnambool Road would "crumble if you sneezed at it".
Jessica Howard
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Sam Lange with daughters Gigi, 2, and Freddie, 5, at the notorious intersection of Cobden-Warrnambool Road and Rollos Road. Picture by Jessica Howard
Hampden league talent rewarded for a strong pre-season.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Check out all the statistics from the Hampden league clash.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Hamilton Kangaroos' Harry McGinley reels in a mark against Portland on Anzac Day. McGinley was the Roos' best. Picture by Tayla Ness
'It's more a friendship on the court than being sisters.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Alicia Blain in action for Cobden during the 2023 Hampden league grand final against South Warrnambool. Picture by Anthony Brady
Social media platform X disagrees with calls to censor content.
Anna McGuinness
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Multiple buildings at the university were evacuated.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Sydney University is one of the top higher education institutions in Australia. Picture: Sydney University
Four pods of pilot whales were involved in the mass stranding.
Anna McGuinness
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Between 50 and 100 pilot whales are stranded at Toby's Inlet near Dunsborough in Western Australia on April 25. Picture via Facebook/Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia
Catholic Health Australia says women will be hit hardest.
Ben Silvester
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Australians could be slugged thousands more for surgeries by their private insurers under federal changes to take effect on July 1.
Some $160 million will be spent on creating a new national gun register aimed at increasing community and police safety.
Dominic Giannini and Rachael Ward
More than $160 million has been set aside to fund a national firearms register. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE FORCE)
Bochum have given their fans renewed hope of beating the drop from the Bundesliga with a tense 3-2 win over Hoffenheim.
The box draw has been revealed ahead of the Group 2 race.
Nick Creely
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Morton, with handler Dylan Sharp after winning the heats at Warrnambool on Thursday. Pictures by Clint Anderson
Check out all the statistics from the Hampden league clash.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Hamilton Kangaroos' Harry McGinley reels in a mark against Portland on Anzac Day. McGinley was the Roos' best. Picture by Tayla Ness
'We're starting to play some good footy which helps.'
Nick Creely
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All the latest from the world of fishing in the south-west.
Tim Vincent with a bream he caught last week. Pictures supplied
Hampden league talent rewarded for a strong pre-season.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Hamish Sinnott will play for Geelong for the first time on Saturday, April 27. Picture by Arj Giese
'It's virtually impossible to win from out really wide.'
Leading trainer Lindsey Smith, pictured at Warrnambool, has scratched Hooah Havana from the Caulfield meeting. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
'It's more a friendship on the court than being sisters.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Alicia Blain in action for Cobden during the 2023 Hampden league grand final against South Warrnambool. Picture by Anthony Brady
Three bedroom home with room for all your family and vehicles.
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The home has been held for more than 18 years.
Melissa Kehagias
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The peaceful retreat with river frontage is much sought after. Pic: Supplied
Some experts say it would help boost home ownership, others disagree.
Jemimah Clegg
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Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have been proposed in the wake of the housing crisis. Pic: Shutterstock
'They didn't even know it was a The Block house.'
Jemimah Clegg
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The Ottavios top tips on choosing a reno ripe home for profit.
Melissa Kehagias
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The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
'The balance of power has switched back to the big cities.'
Jemimah Clegg
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More than half of the 110 suburbs and towns highlighted as strong investment prospects had median house or unit prices of less than $600,000. 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.
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
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
Ceremony for new school facility.
Anthony Brady
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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
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
Before you pack your bags, say adios and head to foreign shores to live, it's important to first make sure you understand any negative implications it could have on your financial situation.
Italy is on the list of the most popular destinations Australians are choosing to make their home after they retire. Picture Shutterstock
From the warm cities of South America to the beauty of Antarctica, this cruise has it all.
Emma Brown
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Cruise the southern most point of South America to Antarctica. Picture Shuttestock
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
She said the Irish Festival held a special place in her heart.
Jessica Greenan • 54m ago
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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
'I was born in Limerick, Ireland, but my family come from Cork.'
Jessica Greenan • 1hr ago
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Seamus Mac Giolla Phadraig has won Most Irish Name at the Koroit Irish Festival. Picture by Eddie Guerrero.
'We've very happy and very pleasantly surprised.'
Jessica Greenan • 1hr ago
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Ray White auctioneer Harry Ponting at the auction of 13 Steeple Court, Warrnambool.
This year's Irish festival was Jameson and Eamonn's fourth.
Jessica Greenan • 2hrs ago
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Adelaide brothers Eamonn and Jameson Wood love coming to Koroit's Irish Festival. This year was their fourth. Picture by Eddie Guerrero.
The government is too eager to protect big business.
Ebony Bennett
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Youth crime will not be stemmed by police cars and jail cells.
Greg McIntyre
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Research shows locking up children does little to reduce crime. Picture by Keegan Carroll
When will this end?
Grace Ryan
Molly Ticehurst. Picture is supplied
We're taking the lid off the country's best-kept secret.
Bonita Grima
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Here's where to go for top-notch cocktails and bites.
Akash Arora
Sydney confidential: The hottest new restaurant and bar openings
A bygone spiritual era reveals itself in mountains and forests.
Laura Waters
Mystical moments: This is Japan but not as you know it
Head off the tourist trail for a delicious evening ritual.
Tim Richards
From cool pools to chopper rides, here's the posh LA guide.
Bronwen Gora
The LA neighbourhood where you can live it up like a celebrity
One's great for business class, while the other nails long-haul.
These airlines have just been ranked as the best for Australians
Everyone in the city wants to eat Leila Rosa's Filipino food.
Carrie Hutchinson
A side serve of sass at Seattle's Pike Place Market
The itineraries mean you can leave the planning to the experts.
Hassle-free travel: The incredible places you can visit as part of a cruise
Car Expert
For the second time this month, Tesla has decreased the price of its Model 3 electric sedan, starting from less than $60,000 once more.
Jordan Mulach
The Tesla Model Y has been treated to its second price cut in less than three weeks for Australia, bringing the opening price to just above $60k.
Scott Collie
The first electric Range Rover is taking shape, with testing taking place in -40 degree weather on frozen Swedish lakes.
Scott Collie
Range Rover Electric: First look at first-ever EV
Hyundai Australia is offering discounted drive-away prices on Venue base models in both manual or automatic guise until the end of April.
Josh Nevett
Hyundai Venue deals: Drive-away discounts available in April
A plug-in hybrid powertrain has given the Mercedes-AMG GT a significant boost, with its 0-100km/h sprint time putting its hypercar to shame.
Jordan Mulach
Mercedes-AMG GT coupe packs 600kW plug-in hybrid V8
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
Western Australia cattle flows to the eastern states have more than doubled levels reached in 2023.
Brooke Littlewood • 49m ago
Jack Owen, Mount Emu spoke to nearly 250 farmers about how they defined success.
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Jack Owen, Mount Emu, spoke to over 250 farmers about what it takes to become succesfull on the land. Picture by Philippe Perez
Native wildlife maps to direct new renewable energy projects.
Chris McLennan
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Wind turbines have been blamed for killing vulnerable native birds. File picture.
Ali & Gaby's quick tips for big wins in understanding your money
Ali and Gaby Rosenberg
Even the most unenviable plot of land can house a family retreat.
This corner of the house is quite abstract, giving the appearance of a solid concrete structure where new and existing foliage can cast shadows. Pictures by Brett Boardman
Helpful insights into creating spaces that enhance your art.
Selecting and styling the right art can enhance the overall ambiance of your home. Picture supplied