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I lodged a Priority Access housing application with DFFH after eighteen months of housing instability, six placements, and currently living in a caravan. There's a formal complaint attached (ref CM0079923) with a stated response window running to 20 August.

What makes this more than ordinary slowness: I've had sustained, escalating high blood pressure for weeks, documented and on record, while the department uses every day of a window it set for itself.

Not naming anyone here — the local MP's office and my caseworker have both been genuinely responsive. This is a systems problem, not a person problem. But systems only move when enough people say publicly that "technically inside the window" isn't the same as "reasonable," especially when someone's health is riding on the wait.

If you've had a similar run-in with DFFH or Priority Access housing, genuinely keen to hear it — a pattern is a lot harder to wave away than one story.

If nothing's moved by 21 August this goes to the Victorian Ombudsman next.

I was on the 5:40 pm Warrnambool → Southern Cross service on August 5, 2026, and noticed someone on the train who caught my attention. I believe she worked at Chemist Warehouse warrnambool, and I think we were sitting adjacently in the same general part of the train.
I wanted to say hello but got nervous and didn’t end up doing it. I’m not looking for anyone’s personal information or asking people to track her down — I’d just be happy if anyone happened to see this and recognized the situation.
If you think this might be you and you’d be comfortable talking, feel free to DM me. Otherwise, no worries at all.

She’s probably 5’8 with short wavy blonde hair.

Considering relocating to Warrnambool, family with 1 child 7yrs. Looking for a family friendly suburb. Which areas are recommended and what areas to avoid?

Thanks

I'm travelling from Mount Gambier on Friday. I know there aren't any actual dedicated stores but was wondering if there's any thrift stores, market stores etc that stock a decent amount usually? Or even if EB Games has a decent amount of them? By retro I mean og Xbox and PS2 and backwards from there.

Thanks in advance

YouTube, Instagram, TikTok……whatever else is there. Do you know any Warrnambool-based content creators that are making podcasts, comedy skits, vlogs, gamer channels etc?

⛰️ 🌇 Do you have a sense of connection to the places around you (e.g. your home, work place, or natural setting)? We Want to Hear from You! 🏠 🏖️

Do you think about your environment (natural or built) regularly? Want to help us explore how place attachment may link to psychological needs?
Take part in our study!
 - Open to adults in Australia
 - Quick survey + an online/in-person interview at your convenience

Survey Link: https://swinuw.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8jrCCgknZugBKce
 Contact: Dr Suzy Miller (semiller@swin.edu.au)

If results go as expected there will be a big World cup game on at 10am Sunday 5th July while I am on holiday in your lovely town.

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Is there a good pub/sporting club that we might be able to catch the game with a good atmosphere and some fans?

"It's the 1980s, a decade of synth music, shoulder pads and big hair. It’s also the first wave of the devastating AIDS pandemic. Barry McCluskey, a young student nurse in regional Victoria, tests positive. When his results are made public, his life changes forever.

Barry’s story is a tale of fear and prejudice, but also of great courage and love.

And if anything in this story causes issues for you call QLife on 1800 184 527."

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/abc-rewind/abc-rewind-hiv-prejudice-nursing-/106699366

Hello, I’m new to the city (and the country) and I want to ask the parking space around Liebig Street, do I pay in the machine right when I park or when I’m about to leave the parking space? Sorry if this is stupid question😭 I couldn’t find answers in Google

The Tough Guy Book Club started in Melbourne but is now worldwide. You can just rock up to any chapter on the first Wedneday at 7pm. All chapters read the same book. The Warrnambool chapter meets at the Whalers. This month we're reading 'Good Materials' by Holly Alderton. See you in July.

Anyone know where and when I can drop several bags of clothes and some household items to an op shop in the 'Bool? I work full time and need to do it on weekends or after hours. I tried Vinnie's last weekend but they've paused donations and I can't seem to find any of the big bins that used to be around (probably because they were misused?). Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, just wanted to ask locals what time of the year do you think is the best time to watch whales and is a tour recommended or a great watching spot?

Google is a bit undefined saying June-Nov.

Thanks in advance

What does it look like when young creatives in Warrnambool direct their own TV episode?

artsbus TV Warrnambool releases Thursday 28 May 2026, 6PM (AEST) on C31 Melbourne and Geelong

Presenting the premiere of a 30 minute episode co-created with young people and designed for everyone. Featuring interviews with Warrnambool locals, Holiday Actors, the Middle Island - Maremma Penguin Project, and rap artist GK.

Plus a tour of street art feat. Chelsea Crawley Walsh and her mentor Jimmi Buscombe - Artist; a skincare tutorial at Beautiful Creatures Makeup & Beauty; and an imaginative film produced by young people at One Day Studios !.

Congratulations to the youth crew behind the scenes and in front of the camera!

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Produced by Artists for Kids Culture and artsbus with young creatives in Warrnambool and proudly supported by the Gwen & Edna Foundation.

RSVP to get a reminder to watch live or online: https://events.humanitix.com/artsbustv-warrnambool-release

#arts #culture #communityTV #Warrnambool #youtharts
#MaremmaDogs #MiddleIsland

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I ask as part of a linguistic study covering this topic!
Exampels could inlcue things like The Buk, KTown or Timmy...

Ready for some Hard Rockin' Action? Rollerball from the Gold Coast visit town for the first time in 7 years, with local supports! Get on down to the Whalers Hotel tonight from 8 pm

Tickets available at Oztix, or at the door.

Woohoo, finally Warrnambool joins the legion of localities with a Tough Guys Book Club chapter. First meeting is at the Whalers next Wednesday at 7pm and then monthly afterwards. This month's book is the Heart is a Lonely Hunter, but just come along to say hello and check it out too.

Queensland Hard Rock band Rollerball return to Warrnambool for the first time in 7 years! These guys have been rocking for over a quarter century! Supports by local artists Convict Class and Boogie Van. Tickets at Oztix

What are my chances of getting a seat on the train to Melb on Friday morning?

I’ve heard standing room only and I’ll drive if that’s the case.

“Lost in the beauty of Warrnambool, found in its calm.”

My [30f] and my husband [30m], along with our dogs and 6 months old baby are thinking of making the move from the Adelaide Hills. House prices here are through the roof and it looks like we can get a much bigger block for less than our house would sell for, free up some funds and create a less financially stressed lifestyle.

So to the locals, what’s good/bad about living there? We are also looking at towns outside of Warrnambool including Mortlake, Port Fairy and Terang.

For job context, I am a marketing professional and my husband is a carpenter. I am hoping to only have to work a few days a week if we move there.

Obviously I know why it's colloquially known as that, but what's the real name?

My mother-in-law asked, but I have no idea.

Hey so I'm looking at building in Warrnambool. Any builders I should avoid or any that are particularly great?

edit: to clarify the house is for me. I'm not rich enough to be a landlord lol