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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

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

Nov 5, 2026

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3 min read

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

Zara Cuthbertson

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

Nov 2, 2026

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1 min read

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

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

News

Darcie Humphreys

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

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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1 min read

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.

Nov 6, 2026

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2 min read

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.

Nov 6, 2026

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5 min read

🐑 Dirt racers

Meet the fastest flock in Patchewollock.

Nov 5, 2026

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1 min read

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.

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

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

$500k for roads not used

Plus: Hamilton cinema's reshuffle.

Paying too much for power? Colac locals learn how to make their homes cheaper to run

Solar, batteries and efficient heating were on the agenda at an information night helping locals navigate home upgrades.

Colac Otway

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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?

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?

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

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

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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

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

$500k for roads not used

Paying too much for power? Colac locals learn how to make their homes cheaper to run

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