Andrew Willcox says families in Dawson are wondering how long they can survive under crippling financial strain. 

Andrew Willcox says families in Dawson are wondering how long they can survive under crippling financial strain.&nbsp;

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Severe thunderstorms and even tornadoes are possible across parts of the Central Highlands today. 

Severe thunderstorms and even tornadoes are possible across parts of the Central Highlands today.&nbsp;

And a community memorial service has been held overnight for the victim of the drive-by shooting at Fitzy's Loganholme.

And a community memorial service has been held overnight for the victim of the drive-by shooting at Fitzy's Loganholme.

And there's a rising fear of home break ins across the state. 

Image: ABC

And there's a rising fear of home break ins across the state.&nbsp; Image: ABC