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Lara crash

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash that in Lara on Monday, May 30. Emergency services were called to the intersection of Windermere Road, Mill Road and McIntyre Road about 1.10am after reports a car had crashed. A deceased woman was found in the vehicle. The other occupant of the car was taken to hospital in critical condition. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

Nature reserve feedback wanted

Geelong council is seeking community feedback on the Indented Head Woodland Nature Reserve draft masterplan. The plan will consider enhancing biodiversity, environmental resilience in a changing climate, collaborating with Wadawurrung Traditional Owner and opportunities for improved social wellbeing. Feedback is open until Friday, June 30. Details: yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au/IHNR

New app to manage gambling

Victorians, including those living in Geelong, will now have access to a new self-help program through a new app developed by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation Funded by a $200,000 investment from the state government, the free Reset app offers people strategies for tracking and managing gambling behaviours. The app has been tested to be used as an alternative to or in combination with in person counselling services. The app is available on the App Store or Google Play. Details:resetapp.com.au/

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