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  Finance

  Negative gearing reforms already reshaping Victoria property investment patterns

  Young investor couples are adapting purchase strategies to new tax rules, with evidence emerging of changed investment behaviour in the first months after reform.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Young Ballarat rider targets world championship in downhill mountain biking

  A local athlete's pursuit of world cup glory in a niche but thriving sport illustrates how regional athletes are competing at elite international levels.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Ballarat council approves budget after mayor casts deciding vote in rates showdown

  The Ballarat council chamber split over rate rises as the mayor used a casting vote to break a deadlock, signalling financial tensions for ratepayers.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Bendigo Health 'code black' alert reveals ambulance system strain in regional Victoria

  Extreme ambulance ramping at Bendigo Health exposed the limits of regional emergency services, with one day seeing crews completely unavailable.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Federal

  Ring Road freight hub closure finalised with $55 million investment as Melbourne trade transforms

  A major infrastructure investment to close a section of the Ring Road and build a new freight distribution hub is confirmed, reshaping regional trade logistics.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Top Melbourne schools remain open to out-of-zone enrolments despite demand pressure

  Several high-performing public schools across Melbourne continue accepting students from outside their catchment areas, offering families more choice despite competitive entry.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Business

  Ballarat's energy boom set to create thousands of jobs in clean industries

  A new government plan positions regional Victoria at the heart of Australia's clean energy transition, with forecasts showing significant employment growth across the sector.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Finance

  Melbourne commuters brace for weeks of disruption as Dyson Drive enters major resurfacing phase

  A significant infrastructure upgrade in the outer suburbs will reshape travel patterns for weeks, though local access will be maintained.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Young Bendigo athlete's elite program offers blueprint for regional talent development

  A new initiative targeting gifted junior athletes in regional Victoria signals a shift in how sport talent gets identified and nurtured outside Melbourne.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Ballarat High School's charity campaign raises thousands for cancer research

  Student-led fundraising effort demonstrates growing community engagement in health research support.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Community

  Dyson Drive resurfacing works set to reshape local traffic patterns

  Several weeks of road closure will test traffic management while improving critical local infrastructure.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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  Business

  Major Ring Road closure finalised for $55m freight hub project

  Infrastructure work affecting commuters gets the green light, raising questions about traffic flow and economic benefits.

  By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026