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'Up-and-coming Barossa Valley' pushes back against large solar farm

Residents in the regional Victorian community are concerned a proposed 665-hectare solar farm would change the microclimate of the renowned grape-growing region and drive away tourism.
Four people standing in front of a vineyard, green paddocks, and a blue sky.

Published: Source: ABC Central VictoriaTopic: Solar Energyby Emma D'Agostino

This shop saves tonnes of goods from going to landfill each year, and nothing has a fixed price

Tip shops, sometimes referred to as resale sheds or treasure chest shops, can be found at dozens of locations around the country. And as Australians continue to grapple with the rising cost of living, some operators say they're seeing new customers.
A fibreglass hull pictured in the sale yard of Eaglehawk Recycle Shop

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Sustainabilityby Larissa Ham

Five police officers taken to hospital after Macedon Ranges man dies during arrest

Victoria Police's Homicide Squad is investigating the death of the 27-year-old man, who officers say became unwell and unresponsive while they were arresting him.
A house with police tape around it
Duration: 25 seconds

Published: Source: ABC Central VictoriaTopic: Policeby Kristofor Lawson

Packing her Vegemite, chips and Harry Potter socks, actor Sarah Goninon is taking on the world

Sarah Goninon wasn't taken seriously when she said she wanted to be an actor but has since become part of a theatre company to win international acclaim.
A person standing on a stage, under the spotlight.

Published: Source: ABC Central VictoriaTopic: Disabilitiesby Fiona Parker and Emma D'Agostino

Down Syndrome Victoria CEO hits 1000 golf balls to raise funds

Daniel Payne managed to achieve his goal of a hole-in-one after more than 900 swings.
A man in a baseball cap shows a child with Down Syndrome how to swing a golf club
Duration: 5 minutes 14 seconds

Published: Source: ABC Radio MelbourneTopic: Golfwith Brigitte Duclos and Dave O'Neil

Why a country town Chinese restaurant is the star of Jess Ribeiro's music video

We sit down with the Naarm/Melbourne singer-songwriter to chat about her "wonky" new album, the song she couldn't stop playing last year, and what she's reading, watching and eating right now.
Jess Ribeiro is cut out against a blue and purple background with bubbles of things she loves, like Prince and a wooden whale

Published: Source: ABC EntertainmentTopic: Music (Arts and Entertainment)by Yasmin Jeffery

Meet the 'time-rich, cash-poor' Australian family hitchhiking their way to India on the adventure of a lifetime

A few weeks ago, the Jones family was waking to icy cold winter mornings. Now, they're seeing how far their thumbs can take them on the journey from central Victoria to India. 
Two adults and a child holding a sign on the side of a road, near street signs.

Published: Source: ABC Central VictoriaTopic: Travel and Tourism (Lifestyle and Leisure)by Emma D'Agostino

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Detectives investigate death of man that was under arrest in Kyneton

Victoria Police detectives from the Homicide Squad are investigating, under supervision from Professional Standards Command, after a man died while under arrest in the Macedon Ranges town of Kyneton.
Duration: 25 seconds

Source: ABC Central Victoria

Olive Gold: The skyrocketing price of olive oil

Australians love olive oil and are second only to Mediterranean countries in their consumption of it. But right now, the price of olive oil is skyrocketing, and consumers want to know why.
Duration: 13 minutes 31 seconds

Source: ABC News

Willing Older Workers: Grey nomads combining travel with seasonal work

Grey nomads supplementing their incomes by working on farms.
Duration: 4 minutes 24 seconds

Source: ABC News

Declining Dairy: Producers leaving the industry amidst record high prices

Australia’s milk supply is the lowest it’s been for 30 years. Despite record high prices, an uncertain future is leading some farmers to leave the industry.
Duration: 13 minutes 58 seconds

Source: ABC News

National News

Sitting in Ashley detention centre for months, youth often have 'no idea' where their court cases are up to

The criminal justice system is complex. But imagine being a young offender, with limited access to legal advice, sitting on remand for months in a youth detention centre. That is the reality in Tasmania, but there are calls for change.
A sign saying 'Ashley Youth Detention Centre' outside some fencing.

Published: Source: StatelineTopic: Law, Crime and Justiceby Adam Holmes

'Disappointed' O'Connell forced out of Olympics as young gun Gadecki prepares for Games debut

Injuries force out Chris O'Connell on the eve of the Olympics, while Olivia Gadecki marks her incredible rise with a Games debut as Australia finalises its tennis squad for Paris.
Chris O'Connell in action at Wimbledon 2024

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Summer Olympic Games

How a boy from Ballarat wound up pitching himself to Eddie Murphy to direct the new Beverly Hills Cop

Mark Molloy moved to LA a decade ago to pursue his dream of directing a Hollywood feature film. But it was an advertisement he made that helped him score his debut: directing one of the world's biggest stars in the reboot of Beverly Hills Cop. 
Eddie Murphy looking serious and pointing a gun with both hands, palm trees behind him

Published: Source: ABC EntertainmentTopic: Film (Arts and Entertainment)

Whales were happier during the COVID pandemic when humans weren't around, scientists find

Scientists find eastern Australian humpback whales benefited from a reduction in human activity on the ocean during the first year of the pandemic, recording lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. 
A whale splashes around

Published: Source: ABC Radio BrisbaneTopic: Whalesby Kenji Sato

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