Lexie Jeuniewic
Ballarat, VIC
Lexie Jeuniewic is a reporter for ABC Ballarat, covering radio, digital, and television. She previously worked as a senior reporter for 9News Sunshine Coast and as a video journalist for 9News Border North-East. You can follow Lexi on Twitter @LexieGJeuniewic.
Latest by Lexie Jeuniewic
Can antiques stores survive the rise of online marketplaces — or will they become relics of the past?
As a much-loved regional Victorian vintage store closes its doors for the last time, its owner urges shoppers to support other antique shops amid the rising popularity of online marketplaces.
'Tribute trees' take shape in Daylesford two weeks on from outdoor dining area tragedy
The Daylesford community has united to craft colourful tributes honouring those impacted by a deadly crash in an outdoor dining area at the Royal Daylesford Hotel earlier this month, killing five people.
Contractor fined over multiple koala deaths 'didn't intend to cause harm', Victorian court hears
Bryant's Forestry and Earthmoving Pty Ltd pleaded guilty to five consolidated charges of animal cruelty after 21 koalas were found dead and about 40 had to be euthanised at a bluegum plantation in Cape Bridgewater.
'Easy' mobile coverage switch could save lives in emergencies, says regional development chief
Stuart Benjamin says people in remote areas should be able to use any mobile network to access data and calls in the event of a declared emergency.
Fashion designer reveals secrets to making the perfect bra
Love them or hate them, bras are part of everyday life for countless women ... but rarely are they hand-made by the wearer.
Notorious former Christian Brother given more jail time after admitting to further abuse against boys
Former Christian Brother John Laidlaw, 84, is likely to die in prison after being sentenced over further offending against students at Victorian Catholic schools between 1966 and 1990.
Stroke survivor hit by car during epic trike journey about to conquer second attempt
Melbourne's Tommy Quick is on the final stretch of a 9,000-kilometre trike ride tackling Australia's four "most extreme" compass points to raise awareness of strokes in young people.
Blow for treasure hunters as biggest swap meet in southern hemisphere axed
The Ballarat Swap Meet is cancelled for a fourth consecutive year after failing to lock in a new home, in a "tough" move for organisers.
Teacher at top Victorian private school resigns after expletive-filled rant shared on social media
The video, captured during an online class with year 12 students, includes audio of the teacher yelling and swearing while providing feedback on student English essays.
Pioneering IVF group accused of forging signatures and burning documents about genetic test
Court documents allege scientists working for Monash IVF Group used embryos without consent, forged signatures and destroyed documents.
Principal of top private boys' school rejects claims of 'workplace cultural issues'
The principal of a prestigious Victorian school has written to staff and parents amid investigations into the behaviour of a staff member and claims of toxic workplace culture.
'It's just disrespectful': Melbourne man disappointed his father registered as a Labor member for years after his death
Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews has brushed off suggestions of branch stacking linked to the state's Energy Minister Lily D'Ambrosio.
Doctor's historic legal win against a Melbourne hospital for unpaid overtime
'The general public would be horrified': Young Melbourne doctor makes history in a wage theft case against her former employer.
Australia risks mismanaging 100k tonnes of plastic as researchers warn of pollution crisis
New research reveals the extent of Australia's single-use plastic waste, as global leaders "negotiate" over a plastics treaty.
Schoolgirls' delight at US space camp months after Bacchus Marsh bus crash
After being foiled by a harrowing bus crash and the pandemic, Loreto College Ballarat's long-awaited trip to NASA space camp has finally had lift-off.
Artist surprises 'hundreds' of Ballarat residents with custom paintings of their homes
Simon Laffey is behind the artwork that residents have been finding inside their letterboxes, and says the gesture is a "tribute to Ballarat's great beauty".
Judge stops trial, acquits veteran police officer of assault
Judge John Smallwood told the court the ruling was made "as no jury, properly instructed" could find Senior Constable David MacPhail guilty.
Name change for major Victorian music festival amid 'cultural appropriation' concerns
One of Victoria's biggest music festivals, the Rainbow Serpent Festival, has changed its name following concerns it was appropriating First Nations' cultures.
Veteran police officer acted in self-defence during alleged Warrnambool assault, court hears
Warrnambool Senior Constable David McPhail, 65, is standing trial in the County Court over an alleged assault during a triple-zero call-out in 2020.
Three teenagers arrested in second Victorian pursuit involving youths in 48 hours
The Ballarat incident comes as police charge three other youths who were allegedly involved in a lengthy pursuit in Melbourne on Sunday.
Victoria's opposition flags contamination concerns for Commonwealth Games athletes' village site
Asbestos and heavy metals are among the chemicals considered highly probable at the site, according to an environmental assessment report.
Vic, SA offshore wind zone could power 8.4m homes, give jobs to 6,000
Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen says an offshore wind zone in the Southern Ocean will help unlock "cheaper, cleaner" energy security.
Tradies' bad behaviour at flood-damaged home caught on CCTV
One tradie can be seen urinating behind a fence at the 170-year-old home and leaving a dead animal on the doorstep before laughing.
Real estate agent who stole from clients to fund good end-of-life for wife jailed
Upon handing down a year-long jail term, a County Court judge has described Ballarat real estate agent Richard Hayden, who embezzled nearly $800,000 from clients, as a man of "otherwise unblemished character".
Bail extended for Ballarat teacher facing 34 child sex offence charges
New details emerge about the child sexual abuse charges levelled against a Ballarat school teacher as he appears in court.