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HAPPY DAYS: Dean Yendall after winning the Portarlington Footy/Netball Maiden Plate, at Geelong. Picture: REG RYAN/RACING PHOTOS

Yendall extends stellar start to the year

Matt Currill
59m ago

HARVEST: The recent ABARES report forecasts Victorian grain production to reach 9.3 million tonnes for the 2020 - 21 season. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Farming lobby calls for more investment into Victorian rail

Alex Dalziel
59m ago

The Pfizer vaccine was approved in Australia on Monday. Picture: Getty Images

UPDATEDPfizer vaccine granted Australian approval

Andrew Brown
Sally Whyte

Emergency crews attend fire at Selkirk Drive

UPDATEDEmergency crews attend fire at Selkirk Drive

Cassandra Langley

WEATHER: The cool change will bring an end to the heat wave felt in the Wimmera and across the state. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Rain and thunderstorms forecasted for the Wimmera

Alex Dalziel
1hr ago

TOP JOB: Kaniva-Leeor United has appointed its coach for its inaugural HDFNL season.

Kaniva-Leeor United finds coach for inaugural HDFNL campaign

Matt Currill
2hrs ago

SHOT: Brenton Hallam, pictured earlier this season, smoked nine boundaries in his half-century. Picture: MATT CURRILL

Hallam half-century helps Jung Tigers extend Twenty20 stranglehold

Matt Currill
2hrs ago

UNCONFIRMED: Victorian Police have not commented on reports of the gathering of a far-right group in the Grampians during the Australia Day weekend. Picture: FILE

Unconfirmed reports of far-right group in the Grampians

Tallis Miles
2hrs ago

Manning cements herself as world's best with 4000th win

West Wimmera sheep and crop holding to go under the hammer

Race for weekend pennant finals heating up

Australian Red Cross Mobile Donor Centre in Horsham now

HAPPY DAYS: Dean Yendall after winning the Portarlington Footy/Netball Maiden Plate, at Geelong. Picture: REG RYAN/RACING PHOTOS

Yendall extends stellar start to the year

59m ago

WORK IN PROGRESS: The Coles Horsham carpark is currently under development. Picture: ALISON FOLETTA.

No shade sails for Coles Horsham's redeveloped car park

Do you want to feature in Our Babies of 2020 magazine?

Do you want to feature in Our Babies of 2020 magazine?

MENS SHED: Before COVID lockdown Horsham Men's Shed organised field days, where members would showcase some of their handiwork skills. Picture: HORSHAM MEN"S SHED

Horsham Men's Shed staying connected during lockdown

RECYCLE RIGHT: Recycling Victoria want all house holds to have a four bin recylcing system by 2030. Picture: CONTRIBUTED.

Wimmera's councils plan for Recycling Victoria's projects

The dye within a few minutes had been swept at an angle along Rosedale Beach, before being sucked out behind the breakers.

Safe in shallow water? Watch how fast kids can get into trouble

Yendall extends stellar start to the year

59m ago

Farming lobby calls for more investment into Victorian rail

59m ago

Rain and thunderstorms forecasted for the Wimmera

1hr ago

OPINIONPaine should stay as Test skipper

2hrs ago

Kaniva-Leeor United finds coach for inaugural HDFNL campaign

2hrs ago

Hallam half-century helps Jung Tigers extend Twenty20 stranglehold

2hrs ago

HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

1hr ago

Picture: DARREN HOWE

Victoria records no new local COVID-19 cases for 19th consecutive day

Picture: SHUTTERSTOCK

Victoria goes 18 days without locally-acquired coronavirus case

Victoria has loosened its restrictions on household gatherings. Picture: Shutterstock

DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

Picture: FILE PHOTO

Seventeen days without a locally-acquired coronavirus cases in Victoria

Chris Pedler

January 26 is referred to as Invasion Day by a large number of Australians. Picture: Jamila Toderas

DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

Emily Sweet

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Karleen Minney

International arrivals cap will not be raised: Morrison

Harley Dennett

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. FILE PHOTO

Gatherings in the home increase; more travellers able to return from NSW

Emma D'Agostino

HAPPY DAYS: Dean Yendall after winning the Portarlington Footy/Netball Maiden Plate, at Geelong. Picture: REG RYAN/RACING PHOTOS

Yendall extends stellar start to the year

Matt Currill
59m ago

Despite some questionable decisions, Tim Paine remains the best choice as Australian captain. Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

OPINIONPaine should stay as Test skipper

Howard Kotton
2hrs ago

TOP JOB: Kaniva-Leeor United has appointed its coach for its inaugural HDFNL season.

Kaniva-Leeor United finds coach for inaugural HDFNL campaign

Matt Currill
2hrs ago

HAPPY DAYS: Dean Yendall after winning the Portarlington Footy/Netball Maiden Plate, at Geelong. Picture: REG RYAN/RACING PHOTOS

Yendall extends stellar start to the year

59m ago

SHOT: Brenton Hallam, pictured earlier this season, smoked nine boundaries in his half-century. Picture: MATT CURRILL

Hallam half-century helps Jung Tigers extend Twenty20 stranglehold

Matt Currill
2hrs ago

SUPERSTAR: Kerryn Manning, pictured at the Ballarat Pacing Club earlier this year, celebrated her 4000th career win. Picture: ADAM TRAFFORD/BALLARAT COURIER

Manning cements herself as world's best with 4000th win

Matt Currill

Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

The Factory in Gosford is heaven for chocolate fans.

Top spots for Easter getaways in 2021

Andrea Bell

Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

Explore Travel

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

Teresa Ooi

GRASS FIRE WARNING: Laharum Captain Luke Dumesny, left, with other members of the Grampians Group CFA in 2019.

Warracknabeal, Rainbow Fire Danger Period to start Monday

GRASS FIRE WARNING: Laharum Captain Luke Dumesny, left, with other members of the Grampians Group CFA in 2019.

Warracknabeal, Rainbow Fire Danger Period to start Monday

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WHAT A SIGHT: The completed silo art at Goroke. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out Goroke's new silo art

Matt Currill

COMPELLING: Nick Nolte was nominated for an Oscar for his role in Affliction. Picture: SHUTTERSTOCK.

WHAT'S ONA brooding, broiling film with a rotten tooth at the core | Review

Keith Lofthouse

ON YOUR BIKE: There are many trails to explore in the Grampians. Picture: SUPPLIED

OPINIONEmbrace the freedom you've sacrificed for and help rebuild business

Grampians Tourism

WHAT A SIGHT: The completed silo art at Goroke. Picture: CONTRIBUTED

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out Goroke's new silo art

PUTTING THE HALL ASIDE: ACT Natimuk's Tracey Skinner will help deliver the 2020 Goatfest online this Saturday. Picture: ALEXANDER DARLING

Goatfest soldiers on without hall

Alexander Darling

FUN AND GAMES: Sophie Hole, 5, Ballarat, tries to win a prize by playing one of the sideshow games at the Horsham Show. Picture: ERIN WITMITZ

WHAT'S ONIt's showtime! Horsham virtual show on now

Cassandra Langley

Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Emma Brown

See Floriade in all its glory in Canberra on this Travelrite/The Senior escorted tour with Maureen and Paul Lucas. Photo: Paul Lucas

Join a September tour of some of Australia's best gardens in NSW and the ACT

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Stand-up paddle boarding on the Moyne River. Photos courtesy of Great Ocean Road Tourism.

Port Fairy (and surrounds) summer checklist

Special Publication

How to have a Merry Christmas without breaking the bank

How to have a Merry Christmas without breaking the bank

Story brought to you by Savvy

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

One click away: find out what your home is worth

One click away: find out what your home is worth

One click away: find out what your home is worth

One click away: find out what your home is worth

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Ruth Lewis

Experts size up the 2021 market

Experts size up the 2021 market

Ruth Lewis

BREATH OF FRESH AIR: More people are opting to make the sea or tree change due to the slower pace and more relaxed lifestyle. Photo: Shutterstock.

Make a move to the regions today

GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

Natalie Croxon

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

Scamwatch: Customers of streaming services targeted by scammers

Mind Matters || Some people love punctuation marks!!!

COMMENTMind Matters || Some people love punctuation marks!!!

John Malouff

GIVING BACK: Paul Tuckerman says his work in the community is an integral part of his life. Picture: Adam McLean

'We have a responsibility to act': Thirroul resident reflects on decades of contribution

TIME TO TEST: Brian Nagorcka is encouraging men aged over 50 to get regular prostate cancer checks in the post-COVID-19 lockdown era.

A new Horsham nurse and prostate cancer plea - over 50, get checked

Juanita Greville

That's the spirit: Barb Cavanagh, Shirley Brajonje, Fay Nusky, Bev Miatke and Iris Williams as the Ingenia Gardens Christmas lunch and handover of the great amount of goodies collected by the residents. Picture: ALISON FOLETTA.

Ingenia Gardens residents do what they can to give back to Horsham

Alison Foletta

The dye within a few minutes had been swept at an angle along Rosedale Beach, before being sucked out behind the breakers.

Safe in shallow water? Watch how fast kids can get into trouble

EXTINCT: A photograph of the last captive thylacine taken on December 19 1933, at the Hobart Zoo. Picture: David Fleay trustees

Tracking the extinction of the Tasmanian tiger

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

Eight visionaries, heroes and changemakers making us proud

Whale sharks are native to the Ningaloo area more than 1000 kilometres north. Photo: File image

See whale shark in action in this rare sighting

The Local Hero nominees include Dr Kirby White, left (with Dr Nicole Townsend holding up a gown) from Victoria.

Local heroes stepping up to answer the call of their communities

Juanita Greville

BUSINESSWOMAN: Bliss Gifts and Homewares owner Melissa Stone. Photo by Sam Venn Photography.

A tale of family, hard work and a little store with more clicks than Kmart

Nicolette Pickard

Naomi Watts in Penguin Bloom. Picture: Roadshow

Moving film misses opportunities

Ron Cerabona

Denis Menochet plays Michel, a grumpy husband who is engaging in his own form of infidelity. Picture: Hautet Court

REVIEWFrench whodunit darkly complex

Ron Cerabona

INSENSITIVE: In the week of Australia Day celebrations, Kamahi Djordon King writes 'it's exclusive by design to exclude the first people of this land". Picture: Roxanne Fitzgerald.

OPINIONThe treatment of the first people of this land is appalling. We need to change the date

Kamahi Djordon King

Out of the frying pan | A Mum's World

COMMENTOut of the frying pan | A Mum's World

Yolande Grosser

Reading material | A Mum's World

COMMENTReading material | A Mum's World

Yolande Grosser

VR technology is helping aged care residents to improve their mental health. Photo: Supplied.

From reminiscing to a night at the opera: Can VR boost mental health in aged care?

Rugby league legend Uncle Lionel Morgan in his playing days (left) and with the painting by Jandamarra Cadd. Photos: Lionel Morgan and Anglicare Queensland.

NRL legend in the frame again thanks to Aboriginal artist

SEVEN PURLERS: Di Shanahan, Janny Lane, Caralynn Hoft, Peta Goodwin, Sue Juniper, Tracy Skippings and Sally Wylie.

Not a nanna-second to lose

Hazel Bradley

Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister and Cabinet Ben Morton. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

'Important day to reflect on our past': PM's ally

29m ago

The dye within a few minutes had been swept at an angle along Rosedale Beach, before being sucked out behind the breakers.

Safe in shallow water? Watch how fast kids can get into trouble

Is your home town Australia's hottest?

Is your home town Australia's hottest?

West Australian Liberal Party leader Zak Kirkup faces a huge task to win the state election.

WA Liberals leader in shaky campaign start

36m ago

Daryl Braithwaite will perform at Stage 88 for Australia Day. Picture: Georgia Matts

Daryl Braithwaite on his iconic song, The Horses

Amy Martin
59m ago

Passengers from New Zealand with a flight scheduled in the next 72 hours will have to quarantine.

Australia closes bubble with New Zealand

Paul Osborne
1hr ago

Australia is on track for the first round of coronavirus vaccinations from late February.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

Callum Godde
1hr ago

HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

John Hanscombe
1hr ago

It was a great year for pulse crops in Victoria which helped boost bulk handlers' tonnages.

Bulk handlers happy across the east coast

Gregor Heard
1hr ago

VISIT DISAPPOINTMENT: Leitchville dairy farmer Doug Fehring has described Water Minister Keith Pitt's failure to visit the Cohuna area as "pretty ordinary."

Disappointment over minister's failed visit

Andrew Miller
1hr ago

HIGH TEMPS: Cool change and rain is forecast for the state into the evening and early morning according to the Bureau of Meteorology.

Change sneaking into south, north yet to feel it

Alastair Dowie

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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LOUNGE TEST: Renting works for those who're indecisive and want to trial an item first. Photo: Snaffle.

Would you consider renting your furniture over buying?

Modern home hidden by terrace facade

Modern home hidden by terrace facade