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Saturday, 27 July 2024
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Follow all the action from the Paris opening ceremony.
Karen Hardy, Josh Callinan, Caden Helmers
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Track supervisor Paul Richards helped rider Kendall Dickinson.
Tim Auld
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Warrnambool Racing Club track supervisor Paul Richards. Picture by Anthony Brady
Warrnambool residents rushed to secure a ticket on Thursday.
Monique Patterson
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Triple J's Luka Muller and Concetta Caristo pose on the Warrnambool town sign. Picture by Triple J/Instagram
Five luxury design homes from around the country.
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The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Was it Alabama, Kansas, Iowa or Oregon?
Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
A petition for Biddy has reached 12,000 signatures.
Grace Dudley
Rebekah Porter holding a photo of her daughter Biddy. Picture supplied
Offenders seen driving white commodore with black roof.
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Two men broke into Betta Electrical in Mortlake and stole mobile phones and other goods. File picture
'I'd love to really sink into the community and get to know it.'
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An employee of 12 years says she's never seen theft so rife.
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Police find sentimental item stolen from recently deceased estate.
Jessica Howard
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Large quantity of allegedly stolen goods uncovered during police raid
Never to return tasks such as paperboy/girl and phone operators.
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Joanne McLaren carrying out her papergirl duties in August 1979. File picture
It comes after a number of clues were heard on radio this week.
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Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist G Flip (inset) will headline the One Night Stand Concert at Friendlies Societies Park. Pictures file, supplied
'The community deserves transparency and a commitment.'
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'Our families are really close and he had a massive impact.'
Matt Hughes
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Dennington resident said plans progressing on vision.
Monique Patterson
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Dennington's Tony Laws wants to bring his new start-up company V-Star Powered Lift to Warrnambool in order to slash travel costs. File picture
Football club to be without two players for a number of weeks.
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Matt Sully has been suspended for three weeks because of a bump. Picture by Justine McCullagh-Beasy
Temporary expansion aims to alleviate pressures.
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South West Healthcare nurse practitioner Kylie Palmer sits at the new triage station, located in the temporary waiting room at the emergency department.
Police say the keys were left in the car.
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Ann-Maree Surkitt is a true unsung hero.
Anthony Brady
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Ann-Maree Surkitt at home in Naringal East. Picture by Anthony Brady
Kendall Dickinson's family rushed from the UK to be by her side.
Monique Patterson
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Meet the south-west athletes set to represent Australia.
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South-west exports Melissa Tapper, Jaylen Brown, Penny Smith, Kathryn Mitchell and Grace Brown will represent Australia at the Olympics and Paralympics. Pictures by Eddie Guerrero/file pictures
The rider came off his bike near Dooley Street.
Monique Patterson Jessica Howard
Warrnambool cyclist dies in hospital after serious incident
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'Let's make the most Aussie rave in history!'
Annika Rhoades
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Police allege an immigration detainee used an encrypted messaging service to deal drugs and co-ordinate a network of runners outside the facility.
Rachael Ward • 2hrs ago
Two men are accused of involvement in a drug supply racket run from Villawood Detention Centre. Photo: HANDOUT/NSW POLICE
Victoria and NSW are experiencing a significant uptick.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Colorized transmission electron micrograph of monkeypox virus particles (red) found within an infected cell (blue), cultured in the laboratory. Pictures by Universal Images Group/Shutterstock
Police accused of assault, battery and false imprisonment.
Anna Houlahan
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Festival goers at Splendour In the Grass on July 20, 2019. Picture AAP Image/Regi Varghese
NASA said the light show will last until dawn.
Anna Houlahan
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Canberra stargazers take in the night sky. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
It will be the final jumps race of the season at Casterton.
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The senior footballer will reach 100 games this weekend.
Nick Creely
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Camperdown's Luke O'Neil takes a mark against South Warrnambool in 2023. Pictures by Anthony Brady
Kavanagh said the region was making strong progress.
Nick Creely
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Steph Townsend (left) and Tiegan Kavanagh (inset) are leading the charge to bring a senior women's team to Koroit. Pictures by Anthony Brady/supplied
The teams are in for a huge round of football in the WDFNL.
Nick Creely
'Our families are really close and he had a massive impact.'
Matt Hughes
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Koroit export Willem Drew will play his 100th AFL game on Friday. Picture by Matt Sampson
Finals hopes still alive for Big V basketball side.
Matt Hughes
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Dakota Crichton dribbles for the Warrnambool Mermaids against Camberwell in June. Picture by Anthony Brady
Football club to be without two players for a number of weeks.
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Matt Sully has been suspended for three weeks because of a bump. Picture by Justine McCullagh-Beasy
A new release of land has been bought forward due to demand, developers say.
Jen Melocco
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The agent says it's what every buyer is chasing in Warrnambool.
House of the Week
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A grand sandstone home in the city
Five luxury design homes from around the country.
Jen Melocco
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The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Step inside this treetop, sustainable beauty
Emily Rayner
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Australians squeezed by rising rates & inflation
Emily Rayner
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*Latest observation March 2024
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***Well secured loans prior to March 2022 - both secured and not well - secured thereafter.
$1.3 million could buy you a French palace or an Aussie dump.
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Cazères, Muret, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, 31220
The new edition of our seasonal tourism guide is out now.
Linley Wilkie
Warrnambool Breakwater. Picture supplied
Convict Class will play at the Rebellion Festival.
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Convict Class are ready for a UK tour. Shane Godfrey, Shane (Sten Gun) Stenhouse, Ben Lakey and Alistair Wilby. Picture by Anthony Brady
It's the first NYE event in Koroit in more than 50 years.
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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.
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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.
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Bernie Murray is ready for his big milestone. Picture by Anthony Brady
Paracetamol is the pain-relief of choice for more than 70 per cent of Australians according to a recent study.
Christians Bus Tours family-owned and operated business is dedicated to offering unique and enjoyable holidays across Australia.
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Christians Bus Tours family-owned and operated business is dedicated to offering unique and enjoyable holidays across Australia. Picture Christians Bus Tours
Discover what makes the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 must-have devices.
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Presenting the Galaxy Z Flip6. Photo supplied by Samsung.
What you can do if you don't think you have enough to retire.
Make sure you can live the retirement you want by planning ahead. NGS Super offers eight expert tips to get you on your way. Picture Shutterstock
Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.
Gus Gleeson and R U OK? Community Ambassador Greg Smith. Picture by R U OK?
Lyndsay Hill will be remembered as an outstanding sports broadcaster.
Tim Auld
Westmere at 6am recorded -5.7, felt like an Antarctic -8.5.
Andrew Thomson
It was frosty at Mortlake this morning. Picture: Lorraine Hubbard.
A 113kmh wind gust was recorded at Mount William this morning.
Andrew Thomson
The severe weather warning was updated at 8am and then 10am on Thursday, May 30.
Skateboarding is rapidly changing
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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
Was it Alabama, Kansas, Iowa or Oregon?
Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
It's not the benign or broad-based movement it purports to be.
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The rise of 'stakeholder capitalism' has undeniably changed the rhetoric of major business figures - away from advocating for deregulation and lower taxes, and towards social causes. Picture Shutterstock
And the recipe mentioned in Paul Kelly's celebrated Christmas song? That's real.
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December 21 will forever be 'Gravy Day'. Picture copyright Tony Mott
Skateboarding is rapidly changing
Dr Indigo Willing
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It's not the benign or broad-based movement it purports to be.
Simon Cowan
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The rise of 'stakeholder capitalism' has undeniably changed the rhetoric of major business figures - away from advocating for deregulation and lower taxes, and towards social causes. Picture Shutterstock
Buckle up. It's not going to be pretty.
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Kamala Harris will need nerves of steel to win this election. Picture Shutterstock
A journey laced with old memories and new discoveries.
John Hanscombe
Retail therapy in Ginza is full of surprises.
Susan Skelly
Ultimate Guide: The best shops in Tokyo's most famous retail district
You can accomplish a lot in 14 hours. Just follow our lead.
Natascha Mirosch
Plus, seven other stellar holiday packages to book now.
Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia
A Hong Kong thoroughfare is studded with Michelin haunts.
Carrie Hutchinson
We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict
"Health issues" and "hobbies and interests" come next.
Travel is the number one priority for retirees, says new report
Dine where the Rat Pack used to.
Ben Groundwater
The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas
Car Expert
Chances are you've never seen Cadillac selling new cars in Australia, but the brand is banking on you having heard of it.
Jordan Mulach
Tired of big American pickup trucks? How about a big American luxury SUV instead? One firm is bringing right-hand drive versions of the Lincoln Navigator to Australia.
Simon Christie
Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia
Looking for a new 4x4 ute? These are the most fuel-efficient variants of the 4x4 utes in Australia.
Tyra Lawler-Cass
The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia
Geelong-based Carbon Revolution is making optional carbon-fibre wheels for the high-performance Chevrolet Corvette ZR1.
Jack Quick
The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA
The V8-powered LandCruiser 70 Series is soon to be no more – but is it worth trying to get a hold of one of these, or just get the four-pot?
James Wong
2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review
The Senior
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood
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Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley
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The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock
A new app encourages people to explore Australia via the open road.
Rowan Cowley
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The app boasts 30 fully mapped routes and counting. Picture supplied
Stock & Land
Water from a large factory fire could be used for industry.
Rachael Ward • 1hr ago
The majority of national sheep breed associations are led by men.
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Australia's sheep breed association leadership roles continue to be dominated by men. Pictures supplied
Restockers, backgrounders and agents were among the main buyers.
Bryce Eishold
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William Kennedy, 2, with his grandmother Evie Thomas, Cobbannah, who sold 24 Angus, 11-12 months, heifers to a top price of $1040.
Tips on achieving the trend that's a whisper, not a shout.
Linley Wilkie
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There's a lot to do in the off-season before spring kicks off.
Phoebe Christofi
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Cherie Hausler's wholefood recipes from her country home.
Cherie Hausler
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Quince hummingbird cake with tahini caramel