Articles by Hannah Toohey

  • Labor’s drop favours Dyson, data shows

    More than 100,000 Wannon votes have now been counted, and while MP Dan Tehan has retained the seat, independent candidate Alex Dyson has seen record swings in his favour, likely claiming a swathe of votes from Labor.

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  • Dyson considering fourth tilt

    Wannon independent candidate Alex Dyson is considering the possibility of contesting the seat for a fourth time.

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  • Marmalade maker’s reputation is spreading

    Elliminyt’s Heather Cardinal never expected her journey in the world of marmalade to grow as big as it has.

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  • Burn-off warning as restrictions end

    Local emergency services have issued a warning about burning off outside of the Fire Danger Period, now that Colac Otway’s restrictions have eased.

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    Budget includes millions for Winchelsea, Lorne

    Surf Coast Shire Council has released its draft 2025-26 budget for community feedback, with significant funding allocations for Winchelsea.

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  • MP wins Wannon

    Wannon incumbent Dan Tehan will enter his sixth term as the electorate’s MP, retaining his seat in Saturday’s federal election.

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  • Rider dies in crash near Lorne

    Geelong Highway Patrol officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash in Eastern View near Lorne on Friday morning.

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  • Dry district conditions double cattle numbers

    Colac’s May store sale saw more than twice the advertised number of cattle sold due to dry conditions across the district.

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