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Friday 11 April 2025
The jury will soon retire in the trial of Robert 'Locky' Eccles.
Jessica Howard
'We got a call a couple of days before; everything was fine.'
Sophia Baker
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Clubs adjust their sides for their second game.
Matt Hughes
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Koroit's Hamish Dobson will make his senior debut in round two. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Injury woes hit multiple clubs at the selection table.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Dennington teenager Taj Murphy will make his Warrnambool and District league senior debut in round two. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Global financial turmoil is having an effect on the home front.
Jen Melocco
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As global events lead to stock market fluctuations and further interest rate calls property as an investment is on the radar. Pic: Shutterstock
Also, find out which regional airport has been crowned the best.
Sarah Falson
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Melbourne Airport.
Jenny, a 4-year-old Jersey cow is one of the stars of the show.
Carla Mascarenhas
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One of the volunteers Molly Beare at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Picture by Carla Mascarenhas
'Prevented millions of single-use items from going to landfill.'
Katrina Lovell
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South West Healthcare chief executive officer Craig Fraser guides a tour of the new facility to mark 10 years of collaboration between health services. Picture supplied
The chronic neurological disorder is not funded by the NDIS.
Jessica Howard
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Hawkesdale's Kristy Edwards with daughter Shelby, 13, and Hawkesdale P-12's Sam Young. Picture supplied
The WMDCA icon will represent Australia on a tour of Britain.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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His car left the road, hit a sign and rolled three times.
Jessica Howard
Drink-driver blows almost three times the legal limit after fleeing crash scene
See who you recognise from our full gallery of photos.
Sophia Baker
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Desperate Koroit dasher Stephen Quinlan tries to break away from South Warrambool's Tony Pritchard and Lee Marris. Picture file
'Music as a business is such an emotional thing.'
Katrina Lovell
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Ron Philp has managed Dale Cleves Music store in Warrnambool for 32 years. The store is set to close in May. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Historic building saved as part of the project.
Katrina Lovell
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'At the end of the day I've got more hair than him.'
Matt Hughes
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Brothers Brad Thomas and Clinton Thomas will coach opposing Hampden league teams in round two. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
CFA crews remain on scene after bringing fire under control.
Katrina Lovell
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Teammate and opponent pay tribute to talented footballer.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Accomplished footballer Ray Landorf throughout his life, including with wife Yvonne. Pictures supplied
Police officers are currently conducting a safety check.
Andrew Thomson
Camperdown's Leura Hotel has been cordoned off by police. Picture supplied.
Watch the impressive grab from the former AFL speedster.
Matt Hughes
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Gary Rohan kicked two goals on debut for Port Fairy. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
The meth seizure had a potential street value of $40,000.
Jessica Howard
'I am pretty excited but quite nervous at the same time.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Koroit netballer Ellie Dobson, 12, has spent most of her childhood around the club. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
He advertised the red gum on Facebook Marketplace.
Jessica Howard
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'A shift in preferences' sees association change plans.
Matt Hughes
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Championship division premiers Noorat Terang have been promoted to the WMDCA premier division for 2025-26. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Anyone with information is requested to contact Crime Stoppers.
Andrew Thomson
Playground equipment damaged at kindergarten, repairs underway
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Will this foodie haven turn teal after 15 years of the Nationals?
Lucy Arundell
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'We sincerely apologise to those affected guests.'
Anna Houlahan
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Virgin Australia planes taxi at Sydney Airport. Picture Peter Rae
Sergeant Sammy was 'sworn in' with 12-18 months left to live.
Anna Houlahan
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Sergeant Sammy on patrol with the South Australian police. Picture supplied
Police believe the eagles died at different times and were moved.
Saffron Howden, Nadine Morton
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A total of seven juvenile wedge-tailed eagles were discovered on April 6, 2025, six found dead under a tree. One was alive but badly injured, located 200 metres away. Picture WIRES
Coffee drinkers risk 'hot liquid or steam burns' from the cup.
Anna Houlahan
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Anko double-walled coffee cup, available in sage green, black, rose gold and peach, were recalled. Picture supplied/Mark Jesser
Injury woes hit multiple clubs at the selection table.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Clubs adjust their sides for their second game.
Matt Hughes
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Koroit's Hamish Dobson will make his senior debut in round two. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
The WMDCA icon will represent Australia on a tour of Britain.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Dennington Cricket Club stalwart Terry Beks will represent Australia in the Grey Ashes. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
'At the end of the day I've got more hair than him.'
Matt Hughes
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Teammate and opponent pay tribute to talented footballer.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Accomplished footballer Ray Landorf throughout his life, including with wife Yvonne. Pictures supplied
'A shift in preferences' sees association change plans.
Matt Hughes
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Championship division premiers Noorat Terang have been promoted to the WMDCA premier division for 2025-26. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
'I am pretty excited but quite nervous at the same time.'
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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Koroit netballer Ellie Dobson, 12, has spent most of her childhood around the club. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Global financial turmoil is having an effect on the home front.
Jen Melocco
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The series is responsible for increasing demand at its hotels.
January Jones
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Known as 'The White Lotus effect', the series is responsible for exponentially increasing demand at its featured locations. Pic: HBO.
Despite renovating the property, Parker never lived in the home.
January Jones
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The townhouse was rumoured to have been used as additional closet space for the Sex and the City star. Pic: Supplied.
The 30-something couple has been on a spending spree.
Sonia Taylor
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The comedian purchased the five-bedroom house in 2014.
Jade Lazarevic
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Comedian and actress Celeste Barber has sold her former family home on the Central Coast for $1.045 million. Pictures supplied
Injured Parramatta Eels star Zac Lomax still owns property in the Illawarra.
Brendan Crabb
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Zac Lomax (pictured) previously owned the Mangerton home. Pictures: Getty, Supplied
Some of the area's best stretches of sand, whatever the occasion.
Teresa Murphy
Cape Bridgewater. Picture by Cameron Murray Assemble Agency
It's the first NYE event in Koroit in more than 50 years.
Lillian Altman
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Getting the word out about foundation.
Anthony Brady
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Jo Sinclair from the Crytal Lee Foundation. She is at the op shop in Koroit. Picture by Anthony Brady
Public asked to contribute to display.
Anthony Brady
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Port Fairy Historical Society president Margaret Whitehead. Picture by Anthony Brady
Three Olympic gold medallists spoke at Warrnambool Golf Club.
Matt Hughes
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Olympic gold medallists Kerri Pottharst, Lydia Lassila and Steve Hooker at Warrnambool Golf Club for a business event. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Beloved community man taking a step back.
Anthony Brady
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Bernie Murray is ready for his big milestone. Picture by Anthony Brady
Understanding your financial needs in retirement is the first step toward creating a secure and fulfilling next phase of your life.
Rosie Ryan
Ask R U OK? Any Day to foster regular, meaningful conversations.
Elizabeth Habermann
Gillian Boyd, 53, is a nurse from Toowomba and an R U OK? Community Ambassador who wants to inspire and empower others to connect and have meaningful conversations. Picture supplied
Christians Bus Tours has an impressive lineup of tours for 2025 with something for everyone.
Elizabeth Habermann
Explore Australia's Top End where every destination promises awe-inspiring landscapes and rich cultural experiences. Picture Shutterstock
Book tickets for Hadestown, playing at Theatre Royal Sydney until April 26, 2025.
Emma Brown
Abigail Adriano and Noah Mullins in Hadestown. Picture supplied
The only winter blues on Queensland's Sunshine Coast are the clear blue skies.
Couple at First Bay Coolum. Picture Visit Sunshine Coast
New Living Legend Carol Smith says the honour isn't hers alone.
Rachel Chamberlain
Living with dementia made a little easier at these cafes.
Eileen Wood
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Angi McClusky. Picture supplied
Wayne Sticher says volunteering is a privilege and a pleasure.
Eileen Wood
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Wayne Sticher (kneeling) with 108-year-old May Baker and her carer on a trishaw peddled by John Tempest. Picture supplied
Injury woes hit multiple clubs at the selection table.
Justine McCullagh-Beasy
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This is a good-looking but bland Danish animated feature.
Ron Cerabona
There are moments that if handled more adroitly could have been deeply affecting. Picture: Rialto
Clubs adjust their sides for their second game.
Matt Hughes
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Koroit's Hamish Dobson will make his senior debut in round two. Picture by Eddie Guerrero
Jenny, a 4-year-old Jersey cow is one of the stars of the show.
Carla Mascarenhas
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One of the volunteers Molly Beare at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Picture by Carla Mascarenhas
The Tasmanian senator added spark to the dreary campaign.
John Hanscombe
Three years on, we determined whether Labor's promises have been kept.
Frank Rindert Algra-Maschio, David Campbell, Lisa Waller
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Picture by Gary Ramage
I'm proudly fighting against the government's ban on live sheep exports.
Mark Harvey-Sutton
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A live cattle export ship gets ready to load a shipment in Fremantle. Picture Shutterstock
Our duelling experts help you decide.
Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
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Also, find out which regional airport has been crowned the best.
Sarah Falson
Melbourne Airport.
How do you choose what's right for you? Here's a guide.
John Borthwick
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Traditional Thai massage.
Slum, brothel, distillery - we raise a glass to a storied nook.
Belinda Jackson
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Plus, where the Australian dollar still goes a long way.
Sarah Falson
The United Kingdom, where the Aussie dollar is now only about half a pound. Picture by Shutterstock
Expert's top tips for mixing business with pleasure.
Sarah Falson
Picture by Shutterstock
It's the new "it" airport everyone's talking about.
Sarah Falson
Picture: Levi Meir Clancy/Unsplash
The Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa has opened in India.
Sarah Falson
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The Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa.
Car Expert
While the MX-30 EV was a flop, Mazda is having another crack at the electric crossover market with a bit of help from its Chinese partner.
Derek Fung • 31m ago
Volkswagen's sleek ID.5 electric SUV is a peach to drive in GTX spec, but it's not necessarily $13,000 better than its ID.4 Pro sibling.
James Wong
2025 Volkswagen ID.5 review
After announcing pricing for the coupe version of the CLE 53 4Matic+ earlier this year, Mercedes-AMG has now announced pricing for the droptop.
Jordan Mulach
2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE53 price and specs: Convertible joins the range
The Subaru Outback is getting a dramatically different look with its next generation, which will be revealed next week.
William Stopford
2026 Subaru Outback: Reveal date set for boxy new-generation SUV
A McLaren 720S caught at 214km/h in a 70km/h zone has had their licence confiscated, but the Porsche following them at high speed escaped.
Carexpert.com.au
McLaren driver caught at triple the speed limit while following Porsche escapes
The Senior
Retirees are living it large in the regions and saving a pretty penny.
Rowan Cowley
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Search this interactive map to see how where you live fares.
Anthony Caggiano
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Some federal electorates have at least 10 per cent of its rental properties that are affordable on an Age Pension budget. Picture by Canva
As over-65s miss out on vital dental care, advocates want action.
Rowan Cowley
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Image of a dentist and dental nurse working on a patient. Picture by Laura Scott
Stock & Land
Four feedlotters kept prices firm to dearer on the sale.
Barry Murphy Sunehra Ahmed
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The VFF chief executive of nearly three years has resigned.
Andrew Miller
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Brendan Tatham started at the VFF in November 2022 as interim chief executive. Picture supplied
It's the processor's second step up for the milk season.
Andrew Miller
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Fonterra Oceania farm source and sustainability director Matt Watt says a softer dollar has allowed the processor to earn more in the market. Picture supplied
King Charles and Queen Camilla have wished the Pope a speedy recovery during a private visit at the Vatican.
Colleen Barry, Danica Kirka and Giada Zampano
A tale of love, war and memory, The Narrow Road to the Deep North sees Hollywood star Jacob Elordi playing an Australian for the first time in years.
Liz Hobday
Jacob Elordi says finally playing an Australian character just feels more natural. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS
Prince Harry shook his head several times on the final day of an appeal hearing in which he is fighting a ruling he needs less security than other royals.
Prince Harry is appealing a decision he should have less protection than other working royals. Photo: EPA PHOTO