By: Sasha Payne, Kate Ashton
Christine Pulis is among those who have already evacuated. She lives at Longwood, a small town in northern Victoria about 50 kilometres


Kate Ashton is a journalist at ABC News in Melbourne. She focuses on themes such as energy policy and regulation, renewable energy, and real estate development, with a keen interest in regional affairs and world news. Kate has been featured in MSN and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), and she was recognized as the Walkley Foundation's 2022 Young Australian Journalist of the Year for her impactful coverage.
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Kateβs coverage heavily emphasizes government announcements, legal policy regulation, and evolving stories. Her articles predominantly focus on Melbourne, Victoria, and Australian politics with specific attention to indigenous issues and mental health.
Given the emphasis on local government policies and legal regulations in her coverage attributes, Kate would likely be interested in pitches related to interviews or commentary from experts knowledgeable about these topics. Pitches directly related to breaking news or developments within Melbourne's political landscape may also resonate strongly with her.
For family & relationship-related topics such as those concerning mental health or Indigenous issues within Australia's political context could also garner interest from Kate. It is important for potential sources reaching out to understand the local nuances of Sydney and New South Wales when crafting their pitches for relevance.
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