"They are getting tired, we're starting to get stretched and it's showing on the ground."
Barry Griffiths from the SES says volunteers are suffering burnout as this flooding event drags on. He says they're calling on volunteers from WA to help. #NSWFloods
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Sad to hear tonight of the passing of Barapa Barapa Elder Aunty Esther Kirby OAM.
Much respect for every story she helped create, both in art and in life.
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Pretty excited about this project that gives young people the skills to tell their stories to a national audience - and proud to announce they've chosen a place where I was considered young once to hold it! abc.net.au/milduraswanhil… #mildura #ourabc #regionsmatter
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What happens if a makeshift levee to protect one property ends up flooding another?
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Despite 000 still being accessible, heavy rain in the area and a risk of thunderstorm asthma are times you really need to rely on your telecommunications.
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Great to have a chat with , editor and owner of the Koondrook and Barham Bridge newspaper - he is delivering the paper town by town today, as road closures and floodwaters disrupt normal freight routes along the River Murray.
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If you think you’re having a bad day at work, at least you’re not Harry Cole or James Heale, who wrote a book about Liz Truss’ rise to power that is not due to be released for 6 more weeks.
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But is it ready for the reliability we need in these dire situations? 🤞🏼
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The VicEmergency app now includes links to interactive Google Maps for suggested excavation routes.
All mobile phone users need to do is click and drive.
Pretty neat stuff!
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I don't think I've ever called as such.
The Bureau it is.
Does sound a bit like an episode of The Crown though.
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In response to a growing need for respite homes, these nurses from Sunraysia pitched in to buy their own!
#CarersWeek
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The first house expected to go under in Charlton, western Victoria, where the Avoca River is rising to an expected peak of 8m tomorrow. Approx 40 more to be affected. One road left out of town
Meet our next generation of storytellers and let them show you around the cross-border town of Murrayville:
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A handbag designed to look like a Coles roast chook just won the Joondalup Art Prize 😂
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A moment we'll never forget.❤️
Former AFL star bears the scars of that fateful night when a suicide bomber entered Paddy's Bar in Kuta. As Australians approach the 20th anniversary of the tragedy, he has some advice.
More from 👉ab.co/3RLUG11
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Just finished 's book.
To hear someone else talk about Mellbergs and "appro" makes my heart burst with stars. Myf also talks about how you 'cherry-pick the things you love, from whatever you had access to' - the perfect line for anyone who grew up in a country town.
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Twenty years after the #Bali bombings, this is where Jason McCartney sits with his grief as told to :
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Victorian premier Daniel Andrews has confirmed from 11.59pm on 12 October, the pandemic declaration will end.
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Today I realised I no longer need the VIC, NSW and SA government check in apps on my home screen anymore.
What to fill the gaps with?
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Strength to those involved, and those who have to be there to cover the horrific news out of Thailand. 💔
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Defendant in an Australian courthouse: “Hey Your Honour, how ya garn?”
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Should've made special 8-cent coins for this.
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Always said the ABC was worth it’s weight in gold (and silver). Now the @RoyalAustMint has released commemorative $1 and 20-cent coins to mark the ABC’s 90th anniversary!
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RATING EVERY TASMANIAN LOCAL COUNCIL LOGO OUT OF 10
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My bestie says tonight, "our cricket team hasn't been named yet"
I replied, Batgirls! TheNoBalls! The Wicket Witches of the West!
After a moment of silence she says, "I meant they haven't announced who's playing"
What a waste.
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Scary afternoon for an eight year old who became trapped in a rock formation known as 'the squeeze' at Mt Arapiles today.
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Anyone for tennis?
Anyone at all?
Regional VIC has a lack of tennis coaches, making it tough to find the next Fed and Serena:
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I have no idea what the plural for getting three commendeds is at this time of night, but we're pretty proud.
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I got someone else to iron my shirt for tonight, but I didn’t pay for it.
I believe in a free press.
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Best News Story - RADIO
And the winner is: Kimberly Price, ABC (Central Victoria),
“Echuca-Moama rental housing crisis deepens as hunt for solutions continues”
#RPCVawards @_kimberleyprice
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‘Every country town has a story and for generations they haven’t been heard’ says Loddon Herald Chris Earl…who started up a local newspaper.
‘Every story is important it doesn’t matter if it’s front page or not’ #RPCVawards
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MEDIA OUTLET OF THE YEAR
And the winner is: The Loddon Herald, Editor: Chris Earl
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ABC Mildura-Swan Hill and ABC Wimmera proud to have our names in the runnning at this year's Awards.
(I'm taller on the radio, just FYI)
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I still can't see this photo without a sharp intake of breath. Thank you for being where we all wish we never have to be .
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Best Photography - NEWS
And the winner is: Monte Bovill, ABC News,
“Hillcrest Heartbreak”
#RPCVawards @MonteBovill @abcnews
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