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A man has died after falling at the summit of a volcanic formation in Hanging Rock Reserve, prompting the closure of the reserve over the long weekend. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon, with police preparing a report for the coroner.
A group of students from Robinvale Secondary College has made history by becoming the first regional Victorian group to perform at the Cultivating Creative Cultures with Communities (4Cs) Showcase in Melbourne. The students, who are part of the school's Tongan dance group Si'i Kae Hā, travelled eight hours to take to the stage.
Nhill Tigers under-14s have broken a 28-year premiership drought, defeating Ararat by seven points. The team was bolstered by nine Karen boys, including Ah Nee Nwe who was named best on ground.
A remote homestead by the River Murray has been transformed into a vibrant display of flora, with residents and experts describing it as a 'once-in-a-lifetime' flower experience. The region has received an abundance of rainfall, bringing the countryside to life and causing a explosion of colour across the arid landscape.
The AFL's decision to clear Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale to play in the grand final has left fans baffled and questioning the league's consistency. Neale was successful in arguing that his good character should be taken into account, despite having been fined for similar incidents in the past.
Brisbane's Lachie Neale has launched an appeal against his one-match striking ban in a last-ditch effort to play in the grand final against Fremantle. The Appeal Board is now considering its decision after hearing submissions from both the AFL and Neale's defence team.
The 2026 AFL grand final is set to take place on Saturday, September 26 at the MCG, with the Brisbane Lions facing off against the Fremantle Dockers. The game starts at 2:30pm (AEST) and will be broadcast exclusively on Channel 7 and 7Plus.
Victoria's corruption watchdog will be empowered to crack down on so-called "grey corruption" under legislation passed on the final sitting day of the current parliament. The laws grant the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) greater powers, including the ability to "follow the dollar" and investigate non-government entities.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has warned that a Coalition government teaming up with One Nation would be a disaster, saying the prospect "terrifies" him. Meanwhile, Liberal leader Jess Wilson remains unfazed by One Nation's popularity, focusing instead on winning a majority government.
The Victorian opposition has pledged an additional $100 million for the Albury Hospital redevelopment, sparking a mixed response from community leaders. The funding aims to provide 50 more beds, a multistorey car park, and clinical services building.
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