As many locals venture into our forests and parks this Melbourne Cup weekend - authorities are urging campers to learn about campfire safety before they go. 

Police have charged a Portland man over a serious alleged stabbing over the weekend.

Not great news for Hamilton District B Grade action with all matches abandoned on Saturday due to the weather.

As many locals venture into our forests and parks this Melbourne Cup weekend - authorities are urging campers to learn about campfire safety before they go.&nbsp;
Police have charged a Portland man over a serious alleged stabbing over the weekend.
Not great news for Hamilton District B Grade action with all matches abandoned on Saturday due to the weather.

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