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"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
RoadsRoads
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Coalition offers $500 million for local roads while Dyson calls for "Right to Safe Roads" law

Coalition offers $500 million for local roads while Dyson calls for "Right to Safe Roads" law

Repairing western Victoria's road infrastructure is proving to be a key battleground this election campaign.

Zara Cuthbertson
PoliticsPolitics
Peter Dutton's international student cap has been called a "sledgehammer to the sector". Why does Federation Uni back it?

Peter Dutton's international student cap has been called a "sledgehammer to the sector". Why does Federation Uni back it?

A spokesperson from the Group of 8 institutions – which includes the University of Sydney, the University of Melbourne, and the Australian National University – said the Coalition's policy would simply mean students choose to study in other countries.

Dellaram Vreeland
PoliticsPolitics
1 in 4 voters in Wannon planning to change their vote this election

1 in 4 voters in Wannon planning to change their vote this election

Both independent candidates and minor parties will look to benefit at the election on May 3.

Archie Milligan
PubPub
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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
WarrnamboolWarrnambool
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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
EventsEvents
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Markets, egg hunts and festivals: The best Easter events in Western Vic

Markets, egg hunts and festivals: The best Easter events in Western Vic

It's gonna be a cracking Easter.

David Allegretti
PoliticsPolitics
Access is "substantially" more limited: Dyson pushes for more mental health funding for regional Australia

Access is "substantially" more limited: Dyson pushes for more mental health funding for regional Australia

The Coalition pledged $400 million last month and Labor pledged $1 billion yesterday — but Dyson says regional communities need targeted support.

David Allegretti
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