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"We had the good years, now we're back to the real world": How Koroit residents have been impacted by the cost of living crisis

We spoke to locals about how tough it is to make ends meet.

Koroit

"Without it, some businesses would have struggled": Warrnambool's skilled migration program has been extended another year

"It has been enormously beneficial for business and for the region's economy."

Warrnambool

Independent Alex Dyson pitches Portland energy hub as Wannon contest heats up

An independent candidate wants to put power back in the hands of consumers.

Portland

How a former teacher bought a pub during the thick of COVID and turned it into an adored community hub

Off the tourist trail, this Koroit hotel focuses firmly on keeping the locals amused.

Koroit

"It doesn't even cover one quarter of our fortnightly payroll": State Government's bushfire grants hardly a relief for Grampians businesses

"We will go into a two or three hundred thousand dollar hole that we can spend the next couple of years climbing out of."

Grampians

Warrnambool police say drivers, not roads, are to blame for increase in accidents

"Why are we having collisions at intersections with traffic lights?"

Roads

Footy legend Emma Kearney on growing up in Cavendish and how footy can help fight climate change

"We want future generations to enjoy sport just like I did when I was a kid."

Football

"I try to vote now because people say it's worthwhile": A Port Fairy local on political apathy and hometown changes

In the third of our series across the Western Districts, we speak to a tattoo artist about community changes in Port Fairy and his scepticism about political engagement.

Port Fairy

Merri River makeover aims to create platypus paradise

Goodbye cypress, hello platypus.