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Copper thieves destroy major sporting ground power supply as high metal price drives crime rise

Five sporting clubs are the latest victims of the rising crime of copper theft, with the removal of 400 metres of copper wiring destroying a popular recreation reserve's power supply.
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Published: Source: ABC BallaratTopic: Crimeby Laura Mayers, Eden Hynninen, Prue Bentley and Stephen Martin

'Distressing' anxiety incident on packed Ballarat-Melbourne train highlights overcrowding concerns

V/Line has introduced extra services on some lines, but commuters say long-term solutions are needed too, such as platform upgrades and track duplications, to cope with the demand.
A train pulls in to Ballarat station at sunrise. On the opposite platform, a man is silhouetted by the light.

Published: Source: ABC BallaratTopic: Public Transportby Alexander Darling

Driver sentenced to two-and-a-half years prison for fatal collision that killed beloved small-town paramedic

The son of Victorian paramedic Pauline Smith says his family is distraught knowing the driver responsible for her death fled to Queensland ahead of his sentencing.
woman with shoulder length brown wavy hair, silver rimmed glasses, and floral print top smiles

Published: Source: ABC WimmeraTopic: Courtsby Gillian Aeria and Tamara Clark

Food critic warns of 'culinary bushfire' as Victorian abattoir stops small-scale processing

Farmers and foodies have been angered by a central Victorian abattoir's decision to stop taking orders below 15 head of beef or 50 head of lambs.
Hands holding a cut of pork.

Published: Source: ABC RuralTopic: Food and Cookingby Jane McNaughton and Emma Field

The Eureka Stockade and its flag are often misunderstood and misappropriated. The real story is one of unity

As the 170th anniversary of the Eureka Rebellion rolls around, experts say the true story of the event — and its iconic Southern Cross flag — need to be remembered.
a blue eureka flag with a white cross and southern cross flies above a red brick building at dusk

Published: Source: ABC BallaratTopic: Historyby Alexander Darling

Regulars at music festival that's been running for 32 years think they know the secret to its success

In a year when many Australian music festivals have announced they're folding or postponed, Meredith Music Festival will nurture its familiar rituals like the brass band once again.
crowds with hands in the air in front of the stage at Meredith

Published: Source: ABC BallaratTopic: Carnivals and Festivalsby Rhiannon Stevens

Finding themselves alone, two people used solitude to connect with others

Being alone doesn't have to be isolating. Two Victorians have found solace in going solo. 
An older man wearing glasses standing beside an photogravure artwork featuring the Maryborough train station.

Published: Source: ABC Central VictoriaTopic: Human Interestby Jo Printz

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Teaching boys to drive change in the fight against gender-based violence

When Ballarat became the focal point of the fight against gender-based violence this year, agencies in the Victorian city set out to make a difference by teaching young men to take a stand.
Duration: 1 minute 36 seconds

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Concerns about safety at wind farms in Victoria

One of Australia's biggest wind farm projects is under investigation after a fatal accident at its site last week.
Duration: 7 minutes 37 seconds

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Helping pet owners deal with grief and loss

About 70 percent of Australians own a pet, but some owners still feel embarrassed by their grief when their best friend dies.
Duration: 1 minute 48 seconds

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You're not eating your greens

Research shows a huge drop in the number of Australians eating the recommended levels of fresh fruit and vegetables, and it's damaging the nation's health.
Duration: 19 seconds

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