Fatal hit-run in Canadian as police hunt driver

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1. Fatal hit-run leaves man dead in Canadian, police investigation underway

   A fatal hit-run has left a man dead in Canadian, with police investigating after a distinctive car was found dumped near the incident.

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2. Was it rape or 'callous lies'? Jury retires in Lachlan Young rape trial

   A jury has retired to decide the fate of 24-year-old Lachlan Young in his rape trial, weighing accusations against claims of 'callous lies'.

   thecourier.com.au

3. Police 'concerned' as man bailed in relation to alleged Redan shooting

   Police have expressed concern after a man was granted bail in relation to an alleged Redan shooting, after receiving calls about the incident on June 26.

   thecourier.com.au

4. Just one round to go and the top six looks set, but where will teams land?

   With just one round to go in the BFNL, the top six looks set but teams are still deciding where they will finish.

   thecourier.com.au

5. Ballarat-filmed TV drama earns star Brooke Satchwell a Silver Logie

   A Ballarat-filmed TV drama earned star Brooke Satchwell a Silver Logie, with the city's iconic landscapes playing a starring role.

   thecourier.com.au

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