January 29, 2026

The South West Daily · Jan 28, 2026 · 2m

Here is what is making news for January 29, 2026.=========================================An Advice message has been issued for a number of communities following the Carlisle River bushfire.

Authorities say it is now safe to return for residents who evacuated from Barongarook, Barramunga, Barwon Downs, Forrest, Gerangamete, Murroon, Upper Gellibrand, Yaughter, Yeodene, Wymbooliel, Pennyroyal, Birregurra, Yeo, Elliminyt and Larpent.

==================================================================================Livestock agent Peter McConachy from Charles Stewart in Colac and Ballarat is…