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Storm cuts broadcasts

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by David McKenzie February 11, 2022

Colac-based community radio station OCR FM hopes to restore transmissions soon after a storm damaged broadcast equipment.

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The 30-year-old scored medals in all four events at the Victorian State Championships at Melbourne’s Albert Park last month.

Newcombe claimed a gold medal in the 800-metre race, while taking home silver in the 1500-metre and 400-metre events, and bronze in the 200-metre sprint.

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