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With multiple awards recognising his lengthy service to the CFA, 90-year-old Ivan Lee says volunteering has become a way of life for him and his wife Margaret Lee.
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A woman has died on the Victoria-New South Wales border while south-eastern parts have recorded 146 kilometres per hour winds during the severe weather system.
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A woman has died on the Victoria-New South Wales border and downed trees have cut power to tens of thousands of Victorian properties as wild winds sweep the state.
Let's be honest, cooking during the week can feel like a huge effort.
If you're looking for both inspiration and ease, here are three weeknight dinners you can look forward to all day.
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Damaging wind gusts of up to 100kph are expected to lash Melbourne from 2am on Monday morning.
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Damaging wind gusts of up to 100kph are expected to lash Melbourne from 2am on Monday morning.
Six minutes was all it took for a tide to take over the tiny town of Manns Beach this week and locals fear it could happen again before Monday.
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Six minutes was all it took for a tide to take over the tiny town of Manns Beach this week and locals fear it could happen again before Monday.
How far can $10 get you in Melbourne?
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If you've been to a nail salon in Australia, chances are it was owned by a Vietnamese Australian. So, where did it all begin?
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If you've been to a nail salon in Australia, chances are it was owned by a Vietnamese Australian. So, where did it all begin?
Thousands of people have been working behind the scenes screening, researching, and analysing to help keep the Victorian outbreak under control, after years of preparation, and the signs are positive as farms begin to recover.
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Growing up in Australia, many African Australians struggle with the "dual-identity complex" — but a program in Melbourne's south-east is achieving "simply outstanding" results. Experts say it could be a blueprint for other communities.
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In the early 1930s, architects tried to capture the spirit of the time by designing buildings that looked like they could keep up with the fastest trains, planes and automobiles.
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Nationals leader David Littleproud said Victorians will be "embarrassed" as Glasgow underlines its bid for a streamlined 2026 Commonwealth Games, almost exclusively funded by $200 million of state government money.
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Nationals leader David Littleproud said Victorians will be "embarrassed" as Glasgow underlines its bid for a streamlined 2026 Commonwealth Games, almost exclusively funded by $200 million of state government money.
Heads up 👉 The BOM warns damaging west to northwesterly winds with gusts to 100 km/h continuing today for Central Vic including the Melbourne area.
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More than 82 000 customers across Vic without power - https://www.outagetracker.com.au/
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When you need a lunch on the go or something quick for a dinner, few things are as convenient and versatile as wraps or tortillas.
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When you need a lunch on the go or something quick for a dinner, few things are as convenient and versatile as wraps or tortillas.
Despite the wild weather this week, the sky above Victoria never fails to amaze us! 🌅
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A Melbourne cancer survivor is fundraising for private breast reconstructive surgery, after waiting almost two years for public treatment.
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The number of people on Victoria's planned surgery wait list has fallen, but some patients are still waiting years for treatment.
Police and PSOs will resume industrial action in Victoria next week after failing to resolve a pay dispute with the Victorian government.
The action will include alerting motorists to speed cameras, writing EBA slogans on police vehicles and putting up posters at police stations.
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Police officers will alert motorists to speed cameras and paint slogans on police vehicles after pay negotiations with Victoria Police broke down.
From clearing out personal effects, to choosing appropriate decor, getting your house ready for sale or lease is an art.
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How to get the lighting, decor and atmosphere in your place just right before the doors open to punters.
Weeds have been the bane of green thumbs' existence for as long as they've been tending to gardens. But if you take the right approach, having a weed-free garden shouldn't be an expensive or laborious undertaking.
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Weeds have been the bane of green thumbs' existence for as long as they've been tending to gardens. But if you take the right approach, having a weed-free garden shouldn't be an expensive or laborious undertaking.
Like many Australians, Greg* didn't pay a whole lot of attention to who his superfund was, let alone what assets they invested in.
But the transport worker at Melbourne's Southern Cross Station is worried about how the train and bus hub is managing air pollution.
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Workers at a major Melbourne train station are furious they've been exposed to high levels of pollution over the last decade — and they've accused industry superfunds of being part of the problem.
In this small rural community, Parkinson’s disease is all too common. Many fear that farm chemicals could be behind it.
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Scientists are concerned that a toxic herbicide widely used in Australian farming could be linked to the growing prevalence of Parkinson's disease. It sat on the regulator's shelf for review for decades, while the company manufacturing it worked to publicly discredit evidence that its product was ha...
A warm winter and early spring has forced a premature end to Melbourne's ski season.
Mount Buller has announced they will be closing over four weeks early due to the mild temperatures.
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Unseasonably warm weather has ground Melbourne's ski season to a halt.
The AFL has banned a 23-year-old man for life from all AFL and AFLW matches for allegedly throwing a water bottle at a goal umpire.
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The AFL has slapped a life ban on a 23-year-old Carlton fan, after he allegedly threw a water bottle that struck and injured a goal umpire.
A Melbourne man who killed his wife with a knife and an axe has been found guilty of murder, with a Supreme Court jury rejecting his story that he was acting in self-defence.
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A Melbourne man who killed his wife with a knife and an axe has been found guilty of murder, with a Supreme Court jury rejecting his story that he was acting in self-defence.
Victoria is in the midst of a push for more social housing, but NIMBY (not-in-my-back-yard) attitudes from neighbours are causing delays and creating stigma around housing residents, according to developers.
📹: ABC Geelong Natasha Schapova
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The Victorian Supreme Court found grand prix organisers misled a music touring company about messages received from then-chief health officer Brett Sutton during the pandemic.
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The Victorian Supreme Court found grand prix organisers misled a music touring company about messages received from then-chief health officer Brett Sutton during the pandemic.
Coroner Ingrid Giles' investigation into the deaths of five transgender women heard gender-diverse people had "a myriad of horror stories" about their experiences of healthcare, and she's recommended urgent changes as a result.
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Coroner Ingrid Giles' investigation into the deaths of five transgender women heard gender-diverse people had "a myriad of horror stories" about their experiences of healthcare, and she's recommended urgent changes as a result.
A visit to the Mornington Peninsula could get a lot more expensive if the local council votes to extend a paid parking trial next week.
The current pilot program means beachgoers could be out of pocket $6.20 an hour for parking, or $19.50 a day.
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A beach trip could cost an extra $20 if the council votes to extend the pilot next week.
The Victorian government probe was commissioned after allegations surfaced of bullying and intimidation within the construction branch of the embattled union.
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The Victorian government probe was commissioned after allegations surfaced of bullying and intimidation within the construction branch of the embattled union.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms a new question on sexuality will be tested for the 2026 census, overruling a decision earlier this week not to add a question to include LGBTI Australians in the national survey.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined Raf on Mornings to explain that a new question on sexuality will be tested for the next census, overruling a decision earlier this week not to add a question to include LGBTQI Australians in the national survey.
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Atticus was found dumped on a pile of hard rubbish in Melbourne's west and left to die. He was brought to the Lost Dogs' Home for life-saving treatment where he's on the road to recovery. The animal shelter say it's recorded an increase of surrendered animals like Atticus over the past four years, citing cost-of-living pressures as a key reason. Choose your news on the ABC NEWS app and stay in the know: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
What a spectacle! ☄️ Victorians have spotted two separate meteors on the night sky at around 8pm and 9pm last night. An experts from the Global Fireball Network say they are trying to analyse if the meteors were part of a larger structure. Choose your news on the ABC NEWS app and stay in the know: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
What a spectacle! ☄️ Victorians have spotted two separate meteors on the night sky at around 8pm and 9pm last night. An experts from the Global Fireball Network say they are trying to analyse if the meteors were part of a larger structure. Choose your news on the ABC NEWS app and stay in the know: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
Victoria Police has located a statue of a gorilla named 'Garry' that was stolen from a retirement village north-east of Melbourne last month. The 1.5 metres tall statue was stolen during daylight, leaving residents at the retirement village alarmed. Personalise your news and stay in the know with the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
A man has died after his vehicle collided with an allegedly stolen car in Melbourne's east last night. Police arrested two 15-year-old girls who were occupants in the stolen vehicle, and are still searching for four males who fled the scene. When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
A man has died after his vehicle collided with an allegedly stolen car in Melbourne's east last night. Police arrested two 15-year-old girls who were occupants in the stolen vehicle, and are still searching for four males who fled the scene. When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
The great rescue 🐋 A distressed humpback whale tangled in a huge mass of fishing equipment has finally been freed after a major rescue effort off the Gippsland coast in Victoria. Authorities are investigating where the fishing equipment came from, and says an initial analysis indicates that it was from an international vessel. Personalise your news and stay in the know with the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
A distressed humpback whale tangled in a huge mass of fishing equipment has finally been freed after a major rescue effort off the Gippsland coast in Victoria. Full story: https://tinyurl.com/4u5njt6p Personalise your news and stay in the know with the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
What actually happens when you’re dying? 🤔 🎤: Iskhandar Razak Personalise your news and stay in the know with the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
Your doctor prescribes you antibiotics and says you can’t drink while taking them - how seriously should you take their advice? Dr Vyom Sharma joined Matt Preston on Saturday Mornings to explain. #health #medicine #doctor
Newly released police tapes reveal how Greg Lynn explained the deaths of Carol Clay and Russell Hill to officers during the interview in which he was charged with their murders. Read more: https://bit.ly/4eL6Unx When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
“Working for Katter is bloody terrific, but every two years you need to take six months off.” 🤠 Bob Katter joined Charlie Pickering on 774 Drive to answer the question, ‘what if we introduced a mandatory retirement age for politicians?’ #auspol #australia #bobkatter #abc
“Dairy has become a luxury, and that’s just cruel.” During a special cost of living panel on Mornings with Raf Epstein, Jen from Reservoir, who lives on a single disability pension, shared her sobering experience with trying to stay afloat amid rising supermarket prices.
Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn has been found guilty of murdering retiree Carol Clay at a Victorian campsite four years ago, but a jury has acquitted him of murdering fellow camper Russell Hill. 🎤: Syan Vallance When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
Former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn has been found guilty of murdering retiree Carol Clay at a Victorian campsite four years ago, but a jury has acquitted him of murdering fellow camper Russell Hill. 🎤: Syan Vallance When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
WikiLeaks says its founder Julian Assange has been released from a British prison and has flown out of the United Kingdom. Reporting by Grace McKinnon for ABC News Digital. To personalise your news & stay in the know, download the ABC News app via the link our bio. #Assange #WikiLeaks #Australia #UK #ABCNews
Police are investigating the "unusual" deaths of four people whose bodies were found at a house in Broadmeadows in Melbourne's north this morning. 🎤: Stephanie Ferrier When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
Police are investigating the "unusual" deaths of four people whose bodies were found at a house in Broadmeadows in Melbourne's north this morning. 🎤: Stephanie Ferrier When news is breaking, stay in the know. Download the ABC NEWS app: https://ab.co/abcnewsapp
AFL CEO Andrew Dillion has responded to claims the AFL dodged a drug breach due to a 'technicality'. An assessment by Sports Integrity Australia found no evidence that players were faking injuries to avoid positive tests for illicit drugs, a claim made by Independent MP Andrew Wilkie earlier in the year. Mr Dillon joined Charlie Pickering on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne's Drive program. Listen back via the link in our bio.
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