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The aftermath: Tens of thousands of hectares scorched in Western Victoria

The aftermath: Tens of thousands of hectares scorched in Western Victoria

Bushfires at Carlisle River and Kennedys Creek in the Otways remained out of control on Monday afternoon.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Despite previously “suffering inundation”, Warrnambool Council’s flood-prone homes fetch $1.3m

Despite previously “suffering inundation”, Warrnambool Council’s flood-prone homes fetch $1.3m

While voting to endorse the sale, Councillor Richard Ziegler previously warned “buyer beware”.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“If they see there’s too much heat, they’ll back off”: People power the key to halting new gas drilling

“If they see there’s too much heat, they’ll back off”: People power the key to halting new gas drilling

“We’ve had some pretty good wins over the years.”

Zara Cuthbertson
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Hundreds of locals and holidaymakers displaced after Great Ocean Road flash floods

Hundreds of locals and holidaymakers displaced after Great Ocean Road flash floods

The severe rainfall resulted in burst river banks, strong currents and dozens of damaged vehicles and caravans.

Zara Cuthbertson
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New dates for Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Festival after Otways blaze

New dates for Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Festival after Otways blaze

"Part of our course goes very close, if not right through, that area."

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New dates for Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Festival after Otways blaze

New dates for Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Festival after Otways blaze

"Part of our course goes very close, if not right through, that area."

Staff Writer
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“You can’t swim in a strategy”: Port Fairy community wants tangible action, not another pool report worth $100k

“You can’t swim in a strategy”: Port Fairy community wants tangible action, not another pool report worth $100k

“There are a lot of community members who are disappointed with the council's decision to invest money in yet another report and not in fixing the pool.”

Zara Cuthbertson
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“We owe it to the community”: Moyne council approves $100k investigation into Port Fairy pool

“We owe it to the community”: Moyne council approves $100k investigation into Port Fairy pool

The council chambers were split on whether the six-figure commitment was the right decision.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Insurers already face $200 million in claims from Victorian bushfires

Insurers already face $200 million in claims from Victorian bushfires

About 30 percent of property claims in Victoria have been assessed as total losses, meaning damages are beyond repair.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Otways bushfire has doubled in size since Saturday to 11,000 hectares, officials say

Otways bushfire has doubled in size since Saturday to 11,000 hectares, officials say

More than 170 vehicles and 390 responders were on the scene as of Tuesday.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“A little goes a long way”: Locals distribute more than 2,000 supply packs to West Vic firefighters and impacted communities

“A little goes a long way”: Locals distribute more than 2,000 supply packs to West Vic firefighters and impacted communities

“The smile on their faces when we drop off grab bags - they’re just so grateful.”

Zara Cuthbertson
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Lending a hand at Gellibrand: Firefighting crews from across West Vic travel to help combat blaze

Lending a hand at Gellibrand: Firefighting crews from across West Vic travel to help combat blaze

Crews from Port Fairy, Wangoom and Nullawarre were among volunteers who jumped on a tanker and grabbed a hose.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“Time to go”: Thousands of Otways locals urged to evacuate as 40-degree weather brings severe fire risks to the region

“Time to go”: Thousands of Otways locals urged to evacuate as 40-degree weather brings severe fire risks to the region

With the Otways still burning weeks after dry lightning first struck, Carlisle River and Gellibrand residents have faced more challenging days of extreme heat and stressful fire conditions.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“It’s not a right, it’s a privilege”: Australia tightens gun laws as Victoria weighs new limits

“It’s not a right, it’s a privilege”: Australia tightens gun laws as Victoria weighs new limits

As Canberra and Victoria overhaul gun laws post-Bondi, shooters say slow-loading competition rifles are being conflated with high-capacity weapons used for harm.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“A dome of heat” to loom over Victoria as south west faces another total fire ban

“A dome of heat” to loom over Victoria as south west faces another total fire ban

West Vic will face extreme heat and elevated fire danger less than a fortnight after fires and flash floods damaged parts of Victoria’s coast and hinterland.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Unpacking the disasters unfolding in Victoria's west

Unpacking the disasters unfolding in Victoria's west

The West Vic Brolga's Zara Cuthbertson speaks to the National Account about the recent catastrophic fires and floods in Western Victoria.

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“Silence has been deafening”: Pressure mounts on Moyne Shire over Port Fairy pool

“Silence has been deafening”: Pressure mounts on Moyne Shire over Port Fairy pool

An open letter demanded answers and accused councillors of failing to engage, prompting the council to finally outline what is happening behind the scenes.

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