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"We want to see actions": Premier urged to deliver real drought response results by taskforce
Jun 11, 2025

"We want to see actions": Premier urged to deliver real drought response results by taskforce

The Corangamite Shire Council mayor said members agreed taskforce meetings needed to be more than a "talk-fest".

Zara Cuthbertson
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$30M CFA grants raise eyebrows amid rural levy anger
Jun 03, 2025

$30M CFA grants raise eyebrows amid rural levy anger

As the state government doubles volunteer equipment grants to $30 million, some working for rural CFA brigades say it may be an attempt to quiet frustration.

Zara Cuthbertson
CFACFA
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West Vic farmers get $37.7M boost as state pauses emergency services levy for 12 months
Jun 02, 2025

West Vic farmers get $37.7M boost as state pauses emergency services levy for 12 months

After a fiery fortnight of rallying, West Vic farmers could see some temporary reprieve.

Zara Cuthbertson
CFACFA
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"This is war": Farmers and firefighters  furious about new levy
May 20, 2025

"This is war": Farmers and firefighters furious about new levy

There are protests in Melbourne and across Western Victoria today as outrage builds over the levy hike that’s already driven thousands of CFA volunteers to hang up their uniforms.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Wannon MP Dan Tehan makes call on Liberal leadership
May 09, 2025

Wannon MP Dan Tehan makes call on Liberal leadership

“This means [taking] an honest look at the 2025 election, our history and the future.”

Staff Writer
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Wannon victor Dan Tehan playing leadership cards close to chest
May 05, 2025

Wannon victor Dan Tehan playing leadership cards close to chest

Alex Dyson unsure if he will stand again.

Zara Cuthbertson
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How would the end of free TAFE impact skill shortages in Southwest Victoria?
May 01, 2025

How would the end of free TAFE impact skill shortages in Southwest Victoria?

The Central Highlands and the Great South Coast need a total of over 14,000 new workers by 2027.

Zara Cuthbertson
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If Alex Dyson hoovers up enough votes on Saturday, how will he handle the Canberra pressure cooker?
Apr 30, 2025

If Alex Dyson hoovers up enough votes on Saturday, how will he handle the Canberra pressure cooker?

The budding politician has his first moves mapped out, if the electors make it so.

Zara Cuthbertson
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After 15 years as Wannon MP, Dan Tehan is banking on track record to get him across the line
Apr 30, 2025

After 15 years as Wannon MP, Dan Tehan is banking on track record to get him across the line

But what do Wannon voters know about their longstanding representative, beyond his work as a Liberal politician?

Zara Cuthbertson
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The future of Dan Tehan and Alex Dyson in the hands of Wannon’s undecided voters
Apr 28, 2025

The future of Dan Tehan and Alex Dyson in the hands of Wannon’s undecided voters

Depending on the poll, Independent Alex Dyson is either about to win easily, or lose by a whisker to Liberal Dan Tehan.

Zara Cuthbertson
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“It’s your vote; make it count”: How the Wannon frontrunners are preferencing this election
Apr 24, 2025

“It’s your vote; make it count”: How the Wannon frontrunners are preferencing this election

As we reach the crescendo of the 2025 federal election, we are taking a look at local candidate’s preferences and the party policies of the top picks to ensure you are informed.

Zara Cuthbertson
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Applause breaks, heckles and hard lines: What went down at the Wannon election forum
Apr 24, 2025

Applause breaks, heckles and hard lines: What went down at the Wannon election forum

Eight candidates, one stage, and hundreds of questions.With early votes already rolling in, the pressure is on.

David Allegretti
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