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Oct 30, 2026

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Hepburn Council unanimously votes to fund road safety improvements in Daylesford

The upgrades will be funded by a $214 million state government program.

Roads

Oct 30, 2026

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2 min read

Victoria's council association demands statewide halt to data centres until rules are set

The Municipal Association of Victoria represents 79 councils across the state, eight of which brought motions to the October meeting calling for a pause on new centres.

Local Government

Jul 31, 2026

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22 min read

Who can I vote for across Western Victoria at the 2026 Victorian election?

Our guide to November’s state election, who you can vote for and what they hope to achieve if they are elected into power.

Politics

Where to pick up a new hobby in the West

Nov 9, 2026

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2 min read

Where to pick up a new hobby in the West

Resin art, rock climbing and rare trades await.

Pub Chat

Darcie Humphreys

Warrnambool puts caravan park plan on hold after debate over safari tents and amenities

Nov 9, 2026

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2 min read

Warrnambool puts caravan park plan on hold after debate over safari tents and amenities

“Blind Freddy knows that our parks need some significant investment.”

Warrnambool

Zara Cuthbertson

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Ballarat

Nov 9, 2026

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2 min read

The City of Ballarat is asking the Prime Minister for a Royal Commission into the killing of women

Ballarat’s Mayor cited the She Matters mural and the work of Sherele Moody in her push for national femicide inquiry.

Nov 9, 2026

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2 min read

Warrnambool puts caravan park plan on hold after debate over safari tents and amenities

“Blind Freddy knows that our parks need some significant investment.”

Nov 9, 2026

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2 min read

Where to pick up a new hobby in the West

Resin art, rock climbing and rare trades await.

Nov 6, 2026

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2 min read

The people of Wendouree are keeping it simple. Are candidates listening?

It’s not rocket science - roads, housing, hospitals, development, parking. The usual stuff.

Nov 6, 2026

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The seven best thrill-seeking activities in western Victoria

From bucket list fillers to family fun, the region has plenty to offer the adrenaline junkies.

The seven best thrill-seeking activities in western Victoria

From bucket list fillers to family fun, the region has plenty to offer the adrenaline junkies.

The Polwarth candidate who joined One Nation with the click of a button

The eco-friendly business owner says her background doesn’t contradict One Nation’s commitment to scrap net zero and ban commercial renewable energy.

Politics

🐑 Dirt racers

Meet the fastest flock in Patchewollock.

State funding offers final puzzle piece for new $950,000 space for Koroit youth

A $450,000 state government commitment will help fund the first stage of the project, including a new pump track.

Moyne

Victoria is running out of gas. Experts question whether the Coalition’s plan will fill the gap

“Any new gas is likely to be more expensive than what we have now, because the cheap-to-extract gas is gone.”

Climate

Labor promises Ballarat a free dental clinic. How would it operate?

A $30,000 sign-on bonus will be offered.

News

Riordan backs offshore gas near Port Campbell but rules out fracking at Polwarth election forum

The strongest rebuttal of the debate came from a member of the public.

Politics

Hepburn Council unanimously votes to fund road safety improvements in Daylesford

The upgrades will be funded by a $214 million state government program.

Roads

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MUST READ

Hepburn Council unanimously votes to fund road safety improvements in Daylesford

Victoria's council association demands statewide halt to data centres until rules are set

Who can I vote for across Western Victoria at the 2026 Victorian election?

Where to pick up a new hobby in the West

Warrnambool puts caravan park plan on hold after debate over safari tents and amenities

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The City of Ballarat is asking the Prime Minister for a Royal Commission into the killing of women

Warrnambool puts caravan park plan on hold after debate over safari tents and amenities

Where to pick up a new hobby in the West

The people of Wendouree are keeping it simple. Are candidates listening?

The seven best thrill-seeking activities in western Victoria

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The seven best thrill-seeking activities in western Victoria

The Polwarth candidate who joined One Nation with the click of a button

🐑 Dirt racers

State funding offers final puzzle piece for new $950,000 space for Koroit youth

Victoria is running out of gas. Experts question whether the Coalition’s plan will fill the gap

Labor promises Ballarat a free dental clinic. How would it operate?

Riordan backs offshore gas near Port Campbell but rules out fracking at Polwarth election forum

Hepburn Council unanimously votes to fund road safety improvements in Daylesford

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