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Warrnambool Council officers “still unpacking the implications” of flood study rejection
Jun 11, 2025

Warrnambool Council officers “still unpacking the implications” of flood study rejection

A week after knocking back a state-commissioned flood study that found a rise in flood risk for South Warrnambool, the Warrnambool Council's CEO says officers are still determining their next move.

Zara Cuthbertson
ClimateClimate
Here’s how much rain West Vic received over the long weekend
Jun 10, 2025

Here’s how much rain West Vic received over the long weekend

Some areas collected more than three inches over four days.

Zara Cuthbertson
CFACFA
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Warnings issued as Western Vic set to face increased bushfire risk this winter
Jun 03, 2025

Warnings issued as Western Vic set to face increased bushfire risk this winter

The region’s ongoing drought and warm autumn weather has raised bushfire concerns for CFA officials.

Zara Cuthbertson
ProfilesProfiles
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“Farmers ripping off farmers”: Just how hard is the drought hitting West Vic farmers?
May 21, 2025

“Farmers ripping off farmers”: Just how hard is the drought hitting West Vic farmers?

Fire razed a third of the family farm, and drought bled them dry. Ararat farmer Myles Keith opens up about the huge emotional and financial toll of staying on the land.

Zara Cuthbertson
ClimateClimate
So what's the deal with offshore wind farms?
Apr 03, 2025

So what's the deal with offshore wind farms?

Turbines in the sea have been making waves locally since the Federal Government declared a 1,030-square-kilometre zone off our coast. Here's what you need to know.

David Allegretti
ClimateClimate
So what is seismic blasting anyway?
Apr 02, 2025

So what is seismic blasting anyway?

Powerful underwater sound blasts used to find oil are threatening marine ecosystems.

David Allegretti
FootballFootball
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Footy legend Emma Kearney on growing up in Cavendish and how footy can help fight climate change
Mar 25, 2025

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."

David Allegretti
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