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Who are the candidates in this year's federal election across Victoria's Western District?

Who are the candidates in this year's federal election across Victoria's Western District?

Our guide to when the next federal election may be held, who you can vote for and what they hope to achieve if they are elected into power.

David Allegretti
RoadsRoads
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Why do the roads in Victoria’s South-West suck so much?

Why do the roads in Victoria’s South-West suck so much?

The potholes of Victoria's South West have outlasted prime ministers. Will anything ever change?

David Allegretti
WarrnamboolWarrnambool
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The best walks you can go on in Warrnambool without using your car

The best walks you can go on in Warrnambool without using your car

What's the point of driving somewhere just to walk? With these five trails, you can travel on foot to see the emus, volcanos, and ocean views that make South West Victoria beautiful.

Ilana Bean
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A 50-minute round trip: Childcare desert forces western Victoria parents into long drives

A 50-minute round trip: Childcare desert forces western Victoria parents into long drives

“The local economy suffers when parents are forced to spend their time and money in other towns.”

Dellaram Vreeland
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From Sunday roasts to steak nights: The best pub specials in Western Victoria

From Sunday roasts to steak nights: The best pub specials in Western Victoria

Gotta try 'em all.

David Allegretti
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Applause breaks, heckles and hard lines: What went down at the Wannon election forum

Applause breaks, heckles and hard lines: What went down at the Wannon election forum

Eight candidates, one stage, and hundreds of questions.With early votes already rolling in, the pressure is on.

David Allegretti

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If Alex Dyson hoovers up enough votes on Saturday, how will he handle the Canberra pressure cooker?

If Alex Dyson hoovers up enough votes on Saturday, how will he handle the Canberra pressure cooker?

The budding politician has his first moves mapped out, if the electors make it so.

Zara Cuthbertson
Do either of the major parties' housing policies actually make sense?

Do either of the major parties' housing policies actually make sense?

It's clear the big two don't care if the experts think their policies are dumb.

Archie Milligan
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After 15 years as Wannon MP, Dan Tehan is banking on track record to get him across the line

After 15 years as Wannon MP, Dan Tehan is banking on track record to get him across the line

But what do Wannon voters know about their longstanding representative, beyond his work as a Liberal politician?

Zara Cuthbertson
PortlandPortland
Dolly Parton library marks its 1,000th Portland district graduate

Dolly Parton library marks its 1,000th Portland district graduate

The thrill of receiving a book in the mail has encouraged Glenelg Shire kids to keep reading.

Zara Cuthbertson
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The future of Dan Tehan and Alex Dyson in the hands of Wannon’s undecided voters

The future of Dan Tehan and Alex Dyson in the hands of Wannon’s undecided voters

Depending on the poll, Independent Alex Dyson is either about to win easily, or lose by a whisker to Liberal Dan Tehan.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“It’s your vote; make it count”: How the Wannon frontrunners are preferencing this election

“It’s your vote; make it count”: How the Wannon frontrunners are preferencing this election

As we reach the crescendo of the 2025 federal election, we are taking a look at local candidate’s preferences and the party policies of the top picks to ensure you are informed.

Zara Cuthbertson
WarrnamboolWarrnambool
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Applause breaks, heckles and hard lines: What went down at the Wannon election forum

Applause breaks, heckles and hard lines: What went down at the Wannon election forum

Eight candidates, one stage, and hundreds of questions.With early votes already rolling in, the pressure is on.

David Allegretti
PoliticsPolitics
"We need a new direction": Dyson challenges Tehan on Wannon aged care issues

"We need a new direction": Dyson challenges Tehan on Wannon aged care issues

Across southwest Victoria, older people and their families are sounding the alarm: Australia’s aged care system is failing to deliver the dignity, care and support people deserve as they age — especially in regional towns like Terang.

Zara Cuthbertson
WarrnamboolWarrnambool
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Is this the cheapest coffee in Warrnambool?

Is this the cheapest coffee in Warrnambool?

$3.50 for a caffeine fix sounds pretty good to us.

Zara Cuthbertson
Here's why you need to make the trek to visit Hopkins Falls

Here's why you need to make the trek to visit Hopkins Falls

This is your sign to go chasing waterfalls.

Zara Cuthbertson
PortlandPortland
“Give what you can, take what you need:” How little free pantries are supporting Portland locals

“Give what you can, take what you need:” How little free pantries are supporting Portland locals

Everyone in our community should have access to basic hygiene products - but as the day-to-day costs for essential items continue to rise, so do the number of individuals and families seeking support.

Zara Cuthbertson
Peter Dutton says there’s enough water for nuclear, but a senior frontbencher says it’ll take years to find out

Peter Dutton says there’s enough water for nuclear, but a senior frontbencher says it’ll take years to find out

The Opposition leader said during the ABC Leaders Debate the party was "comfortable" with the analysis done – but Gippsland MP says expert analysis is yet to come.

Brad Esposito
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