Melbourne Weather Today: Winter Conditions and Forecast for August 11, 2026
Melbourne will see a cool and mostly cloudy winter day today, with some sunshine early, increasing cloud and breezy conditions developing during the aft...
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Grants to Reduce Disadvantage and Boost Positive Outcomes
The Ballarat Foundation has announced a new round of community grants supporting local organisations working to improve opportunities and participation...
Two Rescued From Floodwaters South of Bendigo
Emergency crews rescued two people and their pets after rising floodwaters trapped them at Lockwood South following heavy rain across the Bendigo region.
Hearing Into Ballarat Miner’s Death Plunged Into Chaos
A three-day court hearing into the death of Ballarat miner Kurt Hourigan has been postponed after the magistrate said there was insufficient time to hea...
Flagstaff Hill Fire Night returns to Warrnambool this Saturday
Warrnambool’s Flagstaff Hill will host its popular Fire Night on 15 August, featuring live music, winter food, hot chocolate, marshmallows and a cannon...
Wangaratta council agrees to exit direct aged-care service delivery
Rural City of Wangaratta has approved a plan to end its direct delivery of aged-care programs following consultation with stakeholders.
Man dies after tree falls onto car near Mount Buller
A man has died and a woman is seriously injured after a tree fell onto their vehicle on Mount Buller Road in Victoria's north-east on Monday morning.
Tree planting program underway near Traralgon
Gippsland Water staff have begun planting trees near the organisation’s Traralgon office as part of a local environmental improvement program.
Sale polocrosse star Harry Semmens prepares for international debut
Sale Polocrosse Club star Harry Semmens is preparing to represent Australia on the international stage, continuing a family legacy in the sport.
Driver Blows 0.169 BAC After Crash at Merbein
A 36-year-old driver recorded a blood-alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit after a crash at Merbein near Mildura.
Armaguard Officers Charged Over Alleged $500,000 Theft During Cash Runs
Two Melbourne Armaguard employees have been charged after police allege almost $500,000 was stolen while they were carrying out suburban cash collections.
Teen Charged Over Alleged Extortion Notes Linked to Melbourne Tobacconist Firebombings
A 17-year-old boy has been charged as police investigate threatening notes and a series of alleged arson attacks targeting tobacconists across Melbourne.
Serial Drug Dealer Jailed After Returning to Trafficking to Fund $2,000-a-Week Habit
A Geelong man has been sentenced to prison after returning to drug dealing to support a costly drug habit, despite the serious damage his offending caus...
$300 Million Woolstore Redevelopment Finally Gets Underway Near Geelong Waterfront
Early works have begun on a major $300 million redevelopment of a former woolstore, with the project set to bring new hotel and apartment development to...
$300 Million Woolstore Redevelopment Finally Gets Underway Near Geelong Waterfront
Early works have begun on a major $300 million redevelopment of a former woolstore, with the project set to bring new hotel and apartment development to...
AFL Issues Geelong Cats With ‘Please Explain’ Over Concussion Contract
The AFL has demanded an explanation from Geelong over a controversial contract involving premiership defender Jake Kolodjashnij.
Geelong’s Homelessness Crisis Becomes Victoria’s Worst as Demand for Support Surges
New figures show Geelong has recorded Victoria’s steepest rise in homelessness, putting growing pressure on local support services.
Bendigo African Festival Organisers Plan Bigger Event After First-Year Success
Thousands of colours, music, food, fashion and cultural performances filled Hargreaves Mall during Bendigo’s first African Festival, with organisers alr...
Ballarat Drinking Chocolate Business Wins Three Medals at National Food Awards
Grounded Pleasures has earned three medals at the Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards, recognising its Ballarat-made drinking chocolate products in the com...
Black Spot Program Questioned After Fatal Bunkers Hill Crash
Questions are being raised about road-safety funding after a fatal crash at Bunkers Hill, with the Ballarat community examining whether safety improveme...