Murrumbateman wins three Canberra tourism awards
The small village of Murrumbateman has claimed three major wins at the 2025 Canberra Region Tourism Awards, proving its status as a must-visit destination just over the ACT border.
The small village of Murrumbateman has claimed three major wins at the 2025 Canberra Region Tourism Awards, proving its status as a must-visit destination just over the ACT border.
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Western Australian parents and students deliver emotional letters to state parliament protesting the education funding crisis. Read their powerful stories and demands for change.
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