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Monique Patterson

Ben Silvester

Stonewalling: Independent candidate Alex Dyson says he wants to wait until all the votes have been counted before making a call on the Wannon election. 

Stalemate over the next federal member for Wannon could drag out for at least a week.

Wannon election result in limbo, stalemate could drag on for a week

Justine McCullagh-Beasy

VALE: Warrnambool's Alan Lowe was involved with Warrnambool Volleyball Association for decades.

Alan Lowe helped introduce volleyball to Warrnambool in the 1960s.

Volleyball ambassador leaves lasting legacy

Political expert says election shows voters no longer see Liberal and Labor as the only options

Wannon vote a warning to major parties, expert says

Madeleine McNeil

Rare: A five-bedroom home at 8 Lynden Grove in Warrnambool offers Hopkins River and ocean views. It's been extended and extensively renovated and will be auctioned next month. 

Warrnambool home with million-dollar price guide attracts interest.

Home boasting million-dollar views attracts interest from buyers

Proud: Warrnambool West Primary school pupils Jacko Dewiit, Lucas Parsons, Maddie Rylance, Pavi Kaur, Sienna Pierson, Tealy Lynn and Casey Barrett celebrate 150 years of public education in the region. Picture: Chris Doheny

Warrnambool school lights up city with bright display to celebrate start of Education Week.

Bright future ahead for public education as week launches

Jessica Howard

The jail sentence will no longer appear on his record.

Family violence perpetrator appeals jail sentence already served

$1.6 million boost for sporting club

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FEELING THE PINCH: Median weekly rent costs have risen more than 20 per cent in some regional cities while wages continue to stagnate.

Some areas have seen prices jump by more than 20 per cent in the past year.

Weekly rent costs rise to new heights as wages stagnate

QUICK THINKING: Eliza Alexander under pressure to get Tyrendarra into clear space. Picture: Justine McCullagh-Beasy 

Gallery: Roosters, Darras in women's footy thriller

The interim Albanese frontbench. Picture: AAP 

Crossbenchers Rebekha Sharkie, Bob Katter, Andrew Wilkie, Helen Haines and Zali Steggall have given Labor confidence of supply.

Labor secures support for a working minority government, but hopeful of more

The May 23 post-election front pages of publisher ACM's daily newspapers in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania and the ACT

From Barnaby country to Labor's heartlands: what the ACM papers say

This is a sample of The Echidna newsletter sent out each weekday morning till the end of the election.

The hoary old chestnut of hip-pocket politics no longer cuts it

UGLY SCENES: Video has emerged of two men brawling in Newcastle on Sunday morning before a third man is stabbed. 

A man has been stabbed during an ugly brawl between two groups in Newcastle in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Man stabbed repeatedly during ugly brawl

Anthony Albanese has been sworn in as prime minister before heading to Tokyo for a Quad meeting.

Mr Albanese and Senator Wong will head to Tokyo on Monday afternoon.

Albanese sworn in as 31st prime minister

Anthony Albanese and new Labor MP for Reid Sally Sitou on Sunday morning. Picture: AAP

Labor's Sally Sitou said her own victory proved voters wanted politicians who 'reflect the community'.

Albanese takes first steps of governing, as Liberal recriminations begin

GAME TIME: Shelby O'Sullivan (inset) and Taylah McInerney (main) have earned their chances in Koroit's open netball side. Picture: (main) Chris Doheny 

It was a special moment for one Koroit family on Saturday.

Netballer makes senior debut at just 13

Josh Frydenberg (left) appears to be among a number unseated moderate Libs, as Simon Birmingham says the party needs to bring more women into the fold. Picture: AAP

Peter Dutton is the heir-apparent for the Liberal leadership, but moderates want someone who can bring more women into the fold.

Libs moderates seek Morrison successor to increase women in the party

It was Soctt Morrison's way or the highway. And he was wrong. Picture: AAP

Voters have given a mandate for a federal ICAC with teeth and serious climate action.

The flawed political gambit that lost the election

Outgoing Prime Minister Scott Morrison and former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins. Pictures: AAP, Karleen Minney

Every single pollster said the women were coming for Morrison. Every single pollster was right.

Women driving change: The moment that seeded a movement

SURROUNDED: Koroit's Frazer Robb tries to evade two Camperdown players on Saturday. Picture: Chris Doheny 

Beware: More attacking arsenal on way to Hampden league powerhouse club.

Attack functions as well-oiled machine - and there's more goal-kicking options on the way

TOUGH NIGHT: Barnaby Joyce made a solemn victory speech in Tamworth. Photo: Mark Kriedemann

The Nationals have avoided the bloodbath voters inflicted on the Liberals by retaining all 16 of their electorates, but the party's hopes of picking up new seats have been dashed.

Nationals defy Coalition bloodbath and look set to hold all seats

A still from Get A Life, Alright! Picture: Joyhouse Productions

The children's television-inspired music is the highlight of the film.

Luck, laughs and a good-heart

David Pocock celebrates at his election party with parents Andy and Jane and supporters. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Without Senator Seselja in the Parliament, there would be no Coalition representation at all for the territory.

Pocock on verge of historic upset in ACT Senate shake-up

Anthony Albanese, centre, celebrates with his partner Jodie Haydon and son Nathan Albanese after after winning the 2022 federal election. Picture: AAP

It will likely be in a minority government after a large swing away from the Coalition.

'Optimism, not fear': Albo the new PM as teal wave hits Parliament

Nowra tradie Jimmy Heffernan decided to mark the QR codes that have become the norm on his leg for life - and it actually works. Images: supplied.

Tradie gets QR code inked onto his leg

Anthony Albanese claims victory. Picture: Screenshot

Follow the updates and results for the federal election as they happen here.

As it happened: 'Australians have voted for change': Albo claims victory

Prime Minister Scott Morrison with wife Jenny, and daughters Lily and Abbey arrive to vote at the Lilli Pilli Public School on election day. Picture: AAP

Prime Minister and Labor leader Anthony Albanese both voted at almost the exact same time, several Sydney suburbs apart on Saturday.

PM delivers election day bombshell, Albanese 'hopeful' about Labor win

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Little Blue Shed: Tanja Curcic (second from left) and some of the women in rural East Uganda. Photo: supplied

Upon returning to Sydney, Tanja couldn't make sense of her good paying, comfortable job anymore.

The Aussie-led project bringing hope to women in Uganda

Wet wipes which falsely claim to be a flushable are the main culprits behind creating fatbergs.

Australia takes aim at fatberg scourge

An inquiry was told that The Star required cleansing after parts of its business went badly wrong.

Star chairman says casino needs cleansing

Authorities say the mosquitoes which spread the virus have declined in number, but risks remain.

NSW confirms second encephalitis death

Lismore residents could be hit with more floods as rain continues in northern NSW.

NSW flood warnings as heavy rain returns

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She will be assessed for a correction order.

Woman caught with 171 grams of MDMA pleads guilty

Gary Hein (centre) with his medal and certificate.

SES volunteers receive medals at the South West Region Long Service Awards.

South-west SES volunteers recognised for commitment to the community

Warrnambool Court Networkers Lyn Wilson, Dorothy Rooney, Robyn Hickey, Carmel Cope, Linda Wells and Peter Webb at Cafe Lava farewelling departing volunteer Robyn.

Warrnambool court network back providing in-person support

In-person support returns to court

ERGONOMICS: Physio Freedom director and physiotherapist Clifton Watt gives ergonomic working from home tips. Picture: Anthony Brady

Having an ergonomic workspace is key to an injury-free working from home.

Employees in aches and pains from working at home during pandemic

A START: Emma House chief executive officer Cindee Richardson has welcomed the Victorian Government's announcement of eight townhouses to be built for vulnerable women in Warrnambool's west. Picture: Anthony Brady

Domestic violence services head says new dwellings a welcome investment.

New dwellings tackle region's 'completely dire' housing crisis

Giving the LGBTQIA+ community a greater voice: LaNCE TV's Deb Lord will conduct the workshops. Picture: Randal Smith.

LaNCE TV offering free workshops to learn media production skills.

Dedicated platform for queer regional stories to be told

The trial in the Warrnambool County Court is expected to take a couple of days.

Jury delivers verdict in rape trial

FIRST-CLASS: Joe Medew-Ewen in action for South Australian Redbacks. Picture: Getty Images 

Joe Medew-Ewen will line up in the Victorian Premier Cricket competition in 2022-23.

Talented cricketer returns to home state

CAUTIOUSLY OPTIMISTIC: Incumbent Dan Tehan will wait until all votes are counted before declaring victory. Picture: Chris Doheny

Incumbent member for Wannon Dan Tehan looks set to retain his seat.

Tehan remains 'cautiously optimistic' about retaining seat

BOOZE-FREE: 'Dry but Wet' founder Amy Armstrong, from Port Fairy, aims to de-stigmatise choosing alcohol-free options. 

Twelve alcohol-free beverages were on offer at a popular sampling today.

Hold the booze: Port Fairy woman's business shake-up

CANDIDATE CALLS TIME: Gilbert Wilson will not contest the seat of Wannon in the next federal election. 

Independent Alex Dyson's chances of winning the seat of Wannon could be improved if Labor's Gilbert Wilson polls ahead of him.

Swing 'not a shock': says Wannon Labor candidate

PUMPED: Warrnambool trainer Symon Wilde claimed his third Australian Steeplechase win on Sunday. Picture: Chris Doheny

More jumps races on cards for Britannicus later in season

$1.6 million boost for sporting club

Monique Patterson

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