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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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“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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“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.

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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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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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Police announce statewide operation as West Vic records four crashes in three days

Police announce statewide operation as West Vic records four crashes in three days

There have been 20 deaths in the first 16 days of December across the state, exceeding the 19 total fatalities recorded in December last year.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Over 1,100 solar batteries installed in West Vic as government injects additional $5B into discount program

Over 1,100 solar batteries installed in West Vic as government injects additional $5B into discount program

National demand for the subsidised batteries has been higher than initially expected.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Indie folk artist Patrick Pierce on how he plans to coach West Vic's young musicians

Indie folk artist Patrick Pierce on how he plans to coach West Vic's young musicians

The three-day workshop program begins on Friday, featuring artists, producers and stylists to help artists aged 16 to 25.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“Fires don’t stop because we’re fatigued”: A new recruit gears up for West Vic bushfire season

“Fires don’t stop because we’re fatigued”: A new recruit gears up for West Vic bushfire season

“If [it] turns out how it is being predicted, I believe we will be attending long duration fires.”

Zara Cuthbertson
PoliticsPolitics
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“Cruel and severe” youth law reforms will make Victorians less safe, experts warn

“Cruel and severe” youth law reforms will make Victorians less safe, experts warn

Children as young as 14 could face decades in jail.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“Risking lives, earning less”: Why is there a gender pay gap for Vic firefighters?

“Risking lives, earning less”: Why is there a gender pay gap for Vic firefighters?

The government disputes the union allegation and says there is no discrimination.

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Hundreds in Colac call out domestic violence in Walk for Respect

Hundreds in Colac call out domestic violence in Walk for Respect

Survivors, advocates and leaders unite to spread awareness and educate the community.

Zara Cuthbertson