Katherine Smyrk
Wodonga, VIC
Katherine Smyrk is a journalist, broadcaster and writer based in North East Victoria, primarily on Wiradjuri, Waveroo and Dhudhuroa land. She has previously worked as a news reporter on commercial radio, and as a writer and editor for print and digital. She is passionate about telling the stories of local people and communities.
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The best movies, shows, books, albums, games, and internet moments of 2023.
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Happy holidays! As everyone obviously knows, time off work/school = more time to watch TV. Hours upon hours of TV.
Our critics picked these films as their top watches of the year: How many have you seen?
From sweeping epics to kooky indies, the ABC critics pick their top films of the year: How many have you seen?
Forget Hallmark happy endings, this Aussie black comedy celebrates those who find Christmas hard
The director of Christmess loved the music of Sydney band Middle Kids so much that he approached the lead singer to star in his film. But this is not your average sappy festive movie, tackling addiction head-on.
Warning issued as mosquito-borne virus hits flood-affected region
Authorities are urging people to be vigilant after the first Victorian case of Japanese encephalitis this season was identified last month.
Man rescued after being trapped in plane crash
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'A bit of a douche': John Garvin spent four years working on Avatar — then saw the character named after him
John Garvin, from Yackandandah in north-east Victoria, has spent the past four years working with James Cameron on Avatar: The Way of Water, and had a character named after him.
Summer has arrived in Victoria, but is it safe to go swimming after the floods?
Flood waters are slowly receding in Victoria, and the sun is coming out. But there are still major concerns about the risks of swimming or boating at inland waterways.
Chance op-shop find leads to search for long-lost soldier
An RSL in north-east Victoria is seeking the public's help to identify an unknown World War II soldier so the community can honour his service.
Got COVID, live in Victoria and still need to vote? It might be harder than you think
The Victorian state election is here, but if you've got COVID-19 and haven't voted early, you might not be able to take part.
Reducing trauma in children, one fidget spinner at a time
From fidget spinners to calm cards, these packs are filled with sensory items that distract children and give them healthy coping mechanisms in the face of trauma.
Labor volunteer left with broken leg after allegedly being shoved by angry voter at Wodonga polling station
A Labor Party volunteer requires surgery for a broken leg after allegedly being shoved by an angry voter during an altercation about COVID-19 lockdowns.
Increased Hume Dam releases spark community flood concern
Flooded downriver communities are on high alert as more water is set to be released from the Hume Dam, and more heavy rain predicted.
Jacob James Hamilton will serve at least three years' jail for attack on police officer
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Call for youth homelessness program to extend across border
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Man found guilty of murdering William Chaplin, whose burnt remains were found buried in a shallow grave
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Push for specialist family violence court as Victorians face 'postcode injustice'
Family violence rates are high in north-east Victoria, but there is no specialist family violence court or legal aid centre in the region.
The trees are given a voice with the tales of Albury school kids
Albury primary school children have been getting to know the trees in their Botanic Gardens, and now they have brought their stories to life.
Japanese encephalitis vaccines expanded as one in 11 people tested show infection signs
As mosquito season approaches, health bodies along the NSW-Victoria border are racing to vaccinate people most at risk of contracting Japanese encephalitis virus.
Firefighters call to have female-specific cancers included in compensation scheme
Victorian volunteer and career firefighters can access medical and financial help if they're diagnosed with some cancers, but ovarian, uterine and cervical cancers are excluded.
Court dismisses intimidation, stalking charges against former Albury mayor
Charges relating to an incident outside a pre-polling between Henk van de Ven and a candidate are dismissed after a magistrate finds the former mayor did not intend to cause any fear.