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VIC · Warrnambool Council

Warrnambool, 3280

Est. population · Jun 2025

32,344

Growth (1 yr)

+0.9%

Growth (5 yr)

+2.6%

Median age

42

Median income

$1,385/wk

Employment rate

58.2%

Median house price · 4th Quarter 2025

$646,500

Languages at home

6.1%non-English

Most common: Mandarin, Vietnamese, Sinhalese

2021 Census · usual residence

Desirability score

65.1/100
Good

Top 16% of Victoria's suburbs

Verified 100% confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Green suburb
  • Excellent transport
  • Heritage area
  • High desirability
  • National parks
What Warrnambool is known for: Green suburb, Excellent transport, Heritage area, High desirability, National parks

Suburb profile

Warrnambool sits in Warrnambool Council as a regional larger suburb that feels self-contained and a long way from big-city bustle. Regional towns and local services do more of the everyday heavy lifting than the city. Established families and long-term residents give the suburb a settled feel, with a strong presence of young families throughout.

Fitness and outdoor sport options are a real part of local life, not just a distant club trip away. Parks and open space are a real strength relative to many regional towns, easy for walks, sport and weekend downtime. Reasonably walkable — many errands reachable on foot or by bus, with buses linking the suburb to surrounding areas.

Property prices run toward the upper end of the local market. Historic fabric and newer builds sit side by side as the area renews without erasing its past.

Against similar regional towns, growth momentum, plus schools and education stand out and the overall desirability rating is good, with safety, plus community and employment less decisive.

At a glance

Warrnambool snapshot

A quick read of housing, growth, livability, and risk

Median house price

$647k

+12% change

Median rent

$500/wk

Population (ERP)

32,344

+0.9% annual growth

Dwelling vacancy

8.2%

Census unoccupied dwellings

Livability profile

Desirability pillars vs the peer median (50th percentile)

How it compares

Relative standing using percentiles, ranks, and national deciles

Desirability

#13

among Country & regional · Established

Safety

77th

percentile in state (higher = safer)

Pop. growth

67th

percentile in VIC

Advantage (IRSAD)

4/10

national SEIFA decile

School ICSEA

73rd

percentile among schools with ICSEA

Population growth

Recent ERP change over 1 and 5 years

Housing mix

Dwelling types from the 2021 Census

Risks & flags

Quick scan — open a section below for full context

Living here

Desirability

Ranks & confidence
Desirability score
65.1/100 — Good
State standing
Top 16% of Victoria's suburbs
National rank
548th in Australia
State rank
200th in VIC
Peer rank
#13 among Country & regional · Established suburbs
Cohort rank
#22 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
100%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated

Housing

All types (Sep 2025)
$500
Median house price (4th Quarter 2025)
$646,500
Median price change
+11.5%

Median weekly rent from Victorian government rent reports. Council median fallback may apply where suburb rent is unavailable.

Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)

Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum

Data sources & freshness

Population

Estimated resident population

32,344(June 2025)

+0.9% annual · +2.6% over 5 years · 67th percentile in VIC

Growth figures & methodology
Annual growth
+0.9%
5-year growth
+2.6%
Change in 1 year
+304
Change in 5 years
+826
Growth rank in VIC
67th percentile

ABS Estimated Resident Population allocated to this suburb from SA2-level data. Not an official ABS suburb count.

Methodology

Figures are allocated from ABS Estimated Resident Population at Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2), using 2021 Census share within overlapping SA2 regions. Where Census data is unavailable, area overlap is used instead.

The dashed chart line is a simple growth-trend estimate to June 2030 (~33,600), extrapolated at +0.8% average annual growth since 2011. It is illustrative only — not an official ABS forecast.

2021 Census figures

2021 Census

Population
31,308
Median age
42
Median household income / week
$1,385
Dwelling vacancy
8.2%
Unoccupied private dwellings
1,129 of 13,695
Median monthly mortgage
$1,408
Employment rate
58.2%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
10,315 / 1,574 / 622 (+ 38 other)

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

  • Estimated Resident Population — Australian Bureau of Statistics · 2025 · Updated · SA2 ERP allocated to suburb boundaries

Community & culture

No 2021 Census cultural diversity data for this suburb yet.

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Updated

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.

Offence counts & rates
Total offences (2026)
3,435
Against the person
705
Against property
1,298
Rate per 1,000 residents
106.2
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 44 residents
State safety percentile
77.1th (lower crime is better)
Decrease (daily rate)
-3.4%

Most common offence types

  • B21 Criminal Damage221
  • B43 Steal From A Retail Store296
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order508
  • E23 Breach Bail Conditions303
  • Other Crimes Against The Person199

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Family & Lifestyle

Schools & preschools

Schools within 2 km
5
Median school ICSEA (5 schools)
1,064
Median ICSEA percentile
73th
School list
  • Warrnambool CollegeSecondary · Government · ICSEA 979 · 37th percentile · LBOTE 6% · 1,070 students · Top SEA quarter 12% · 0.9 km awayView on My School →
  • King's CollegeCombined · Independent · ICSEA 1083 · 79th percentile · LBOTE 18% · 276 students · Top SEA quarter 35% · 1.0 km awayView on My School →
  • St Joseph's SchoolPrimary · Catholic · ICSEA 1068 · 75th percentile · LBOTE 9% · 622 students · Top SEA quarter 26% · 1.1 km awayView on My School →
  • Warrnambool Primary SchoolPrimary · Government · ICSEA 963 · 30th percentile · LBOTE 14% · 370 students · Top SEA quarter 9% · 1.7 km awayView on My School →
  • Emmanuel College WarrnamboolSecondary · Catholic · ICSEA 1064 · 73th percentile · LBOTE 7% · 1,340 students · Top SEA quarter 24% · 1.8 km awayView on My School →

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Childcare

1 childcare service from OpenStreetMap

  • Lions Hopkins KindergartenGladstone Streetkindergarten

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

Childcare centre count

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · current · Updated

Public transport

170 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Sherwood Park Railway Station
  • Sherwood Park Station
  • Warrnambool Railway Station
  • Warrnambool Station
  • Warrnambool Station/Merri St

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

114 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

1 restaurants · 1 supermarkets · 1 fast food · 1 bakeries · 1 places of worship · 12 playgrounds · 1 sports centres · 1 swimming pools

Local character & venue list

Local character

  • Reasonably walkable — many errands reachable on foot or by bus
  • Great for outdoor family life — 68 parks mapped in suburb, 12 playgrounds nearby
  • Well connected by public transport — 170 public transport stops
  • Strong local sport and recreation — 20 sport and outdoor facilities nearby
Walkability proxy
61/100
Cafés per 1,000 residents
0
Food & drink per 1,000 residents
0.1
Parks per 1,000 residents
2.17
Food & drink(3)
  • Gallo BakeryBakery

    84 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool

  • Domino'sFast food

    Unit 3 72 Hopkins Highway, Warrnambool

  • Warrnambool Football ClubRestaurant
Shopping(2)
  • IGA ExpressConvenience store

    98 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool

  • ColesSupermarket

    72-80 Hopkins Highway, Warrnambool

Community(3)
  • King's CollegeSchool

    44 Balmoral Road

  • St Joseph's Primary SchoolSchool

    70 Botanic Road

  • Warrnambool CollegeSchool

    79 Grafton Road

Sport & outdoors(38)
  • Albert ParkPark
  • Brierly ParkPark
  • Park (14)
  • Rotary ParkPark
  • St James ParkPark
  • Playground (12)
  • Sports centre
  • L P Wenborn OvalSports field
  • Mack OvalSports field
  • Reid OvalSports field
  • Sports field
  • Walter OvalSports field
  • Warrnambool Hockey FieldsSports field
  • Swimming pool
Transport(24)

24 bus stops

Other(19)
  • Artwork
  • Warrnambool Botanic Gardens WellAttraction
  • Bench (6)
  • Clock
  • Drinking water (2)
  • Fire Station No. 70Fire station

    61-67 Mortlake Road, Warrnambool

  • Fountain
  • Warrnambool Botanic GardensGarden
  • Information
  • NorthpointMall

    Warrnambool

  • Parking (13)
  • BP One Stop - WarrnamboolPetrol station
  • Picnic Table (3)
  • New Life Christian ChurchPlace of worship
  • Post Box
  • Public toilets
  • Shelter (4)
  • AquaZoneShower
  • Track (3)

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe). Transport stops are summarised by type rather than listed individually.

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • Local amenity insights — Suburb Guide (derived) · current · Updated
  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · current · Updated

Parks & reserves

25 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Albert ParkPark
  • Brauer Sports GroundsPark
  • Brauerander ParkPark
  • Brierly ParkPark
  • Civic GreenPark
  • Davidson OvalPark
  • E Johnson ReservePark
  • Fletcher Jones GardensPark
  • Francis Tozer Memorial ReservePark
  • Grieve Street ParkPark

Data sources & freshness

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
68
Parks (OSM)
68

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

Places of worship

1 places of worship within ~1.5 km

  • New Life Christian Church

From OpenStreetMap within ~1.5 km of the suburb centre.

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics in suburb
16
Nearest hospital
St John of God Warrnambool Hospital (1.7 km)
Nearest hospital type
Hospital
Nearest hospital emergency
Emergency department
Emergency department in suburb
On site
  • Artz & Kay PharmacyPharmacy
  • Australian Clinical LabsFairy StreetSample_Collection
  • Australian Red Cross Doner CentreFairy StreetBlood_Donation
  • Chemist WarehouseRaglan ParadePharmacy
  • Dorevitch PathologyClinic
  • Hearing AustraliaTimor StreetClinic
  • Lady Bay Dental ClinicTimor StreetDentist
  • Middle Island Medical ClinicFairy StreetDoctor
  • OPSMOptometrist
  • Priceline PharmacyPharmacy

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

NDIS participation

NDIS participants (31 March 2026)
1,382
Participants per 1,000 residents
42.7

Active NDIS participants allocated from NDIA Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2, ASGS 2016) counts to this suburb boundary. Not an official suburb-level NDIS figure · as at 31 March 2026.

For NDIS spend and service-demand exploration by SA2 or postcode, see the Care Sector Demand Map.

Data sources & freshness

Weather

Typical conditions by season for suburbs in the same ~44 km climate area. Rainfall totals are summed from monthly WorldClim layers; rainy-day counts are approximate.

Summer (Dec–Feb)

Usual max / min
24° / 11°
Rainfall
112 mm · ~14 rainy days

Autumn (Mar–May)

Usual max / min
20° / 9°
Rainfall
164 mm · ~20 rainy days

Winter (Jun–Aug)

Usual max / min
14° / 6°
Rainfall
251 mm · ~31 rainy days

Spring (Sep–Nov)

Usual max / min
18° / 8°
Rainfall
212 mm · ~26 rainy days

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Temperature and humidity comfort

Data sources & freshness

  • Seasonal climate normals — WorldClim 2.1 · Updated

Future & Planning

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

545 planning-related records

2021· 40 proposals

  • September 2021

  • Construction of a dwelling
    63 BOTANIC RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280NOD issued by a delegate
  • Demolition and construction of a multi-storey mixed use development for the purpose of accommodation (serviced apartments and dwellings) office and retail use together with a reduction in car parking
    127-145 FAIRY ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280NOD issued by a delegate
  • Use and development of group accommodation, buildings and works to existing building and the display of signage
    305 TIMOR ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280NOD issued by a delegate
  • Fifteen (15) lot subdivision and creation of roads (Hopkins Heights Stage 4)
    HOPKINS POINT RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Two (2) lot subdivision including the creation of common property
    5 RIVERVIEW TCE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • August 2021

  • Construct and display internally illuminated business identification signage
    21 ALBERT ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • External alterations (associated with the removal of an ATM and business identification signage).
    163 LIEBIG ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a wash bay (in association with Vicroads store).
    56 WALSH RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Multi lot subdivision including creation of a road (amended to include additional Lot 57)
    86 RODGERS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    4 PILKINGTON ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct extension to the existing building (canopy) and reduction of number of car parking spaces in accordance with the endorsed plans.
    5 HAMMOND PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    10 MCARTHUR PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of the land for eighteen (18) apartments, fourteen (14) townhouses, subdivision and access to a Transport Road Zone 2 (TRZ2), a reduction in the provision of on-site car parking by nine (9) spaces and a staged subdivision.
    46 MORTLAKE RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a Dwelling in accordance with the endorsed plans
    6 MCARTHUR PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    8 HILDEBRANDT ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    9 DUNVEGAN CT WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Installation of security cameras
    101A FAIRY ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Two (2) Lot Subdivision
    45 HOPKINS POINT RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280In progress
  • Alterations and additions to existing hotel, associated car parking and the display of business identification signage in accordance with the endorsed plans (Amendment is to alterations to endorsed plans to include an additional seven (7) car parking spaces on 60 Walsh Rd)
    1143-1153 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct alterations and additions to the existing building
    1143-1153 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct a Swimming Pool
    3 MOTANG DR WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Three (3) lot subdivsion (of existing buildings)
    245 MOORE ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Two (2) Lot Subdivision
    24 WALLS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and development of land for a display home, use of an existing car parking area and display of advertising signage
    WOLLASTON RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • External alterations to a building, waiver of car parking and waiver of bicycle parking requirement
    719 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    19 YARRA DR WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling and fences
    1 MERVUE CT WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Display of business identification signage
    1/1-49 RAGLAN PDE WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use and Development of horse stables
    2-64 GRAFTON RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Lapsed
  • Demolition of front fence and rear dwelling additions, extensions and alterations to the existing dwelling and construction of a pergola, fences and a deck
    1/306 KOROIT ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct and display an internally illuminated business identification sky sign
    59 LIEBIG ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • External alterations to a dwelling and construction of a fence (privacy screen)
    50 AITKINS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • July 2021

  • Buildings and works to construct a new roof over the existing plant equipment and wash-bay concrete pad
    29 COGHLANS RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Signage, alterations to front fence and paint front facade
    129 KEPLER ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Use of land for the sale of packaged liquor (bottle shop)
    120 FAIRY ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    32 WALDOCK WAY WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of a dwelling
    7 MCARTHUR PL WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of buildings (in association with the use of the land for a store)
    5 HARRINGTON RD WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construction of second dwelling in accordance with the endorsed plans Section 72 amendment sought approval for minor changes to the proposed dwelling.
    17 MACKAY CRES WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Demolition of outbuildings and fences and construction of fences
    295 LAVA ST WARRNAMBOOL 3280Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Roadworks & transport

3 active roadworks / incidents

  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/01/2025 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.RAGLAN PARADE, WILLIAM STREET09 Jan 2025 – 30 Dec 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/01/2025 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.HOPETOUN ROAD, RAGLAN PARADE09 Jan 2025 – 30 Dec 2026
  • Maintenance Works activities occurring between 10/01/2025 and 31/12/2026 during the following times: Weekdays 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM, Weekends 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Note that changed conditions may also be in place during 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Impact to traffic will be lanes closed multiple directions. Altered speed limit during operation will be 40 and the traffic delay is expected to be Greater than 10 min.RAGLAN PARADE, HOPETOUN ROAD09 Jan 2025 – 30 Dec 2026

Data sources & freshness

  • Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · current · Updated

Heritage

15 heritage places

  • CHRIST CHURCH COMPLEX WARRNAMBOOLNH0387
  • COTTAGE 73 KOROIT STREET WARRNAMBOOLNH0577
  • FLETCHER JONES FACTORY & GARDENSNH2101
  • FORMER ELLERSLIE COLLEGENH2076
  • FORMER WARRNAMBOOL CUSTOMS HOUSENH0463
  • LADY BAY LIGHTHOUSE & STORENH1520
  • LOCH ARD PEACOCKYH2132
  • MURWEHNH0402
  • ORDERLY ROOM & RESIDENCENH0543
  • POLICE STATION COMPLEXNH1698

Data sources & freshness

  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · current · Updated

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · current · Updated

Politics & representation

Federal electorate
Wannon
Member of Parliament
Dan TEHAN (Liberal)
Results from
2025 federal election
Electorate enrolment (2025)
121,788
Turnout (2025)
94.0%
Swing since 2022 (2025)
-2.3 pp toward Coalition

Two-party preferred (2025)

Coalition 60.9%Labor 39.1%

Estimated suburb voting profile

Estimated from 8 nearby ordinary polling places (up to 8.3 km away).

Coalition 56.9%Labor 43.1%

4.0 percentage points more Labor-leaning than the electorate

Estimated swing since 2022: +43.1 pp toward Labor

Nearest polling places

  • Warrnambool North CentralLabor 39.3% · Coalition 60.7% TPP (2025)1.1 km away
  • Warrnambool CentralLabor 49.2% · Coalition 50.8% TPP (2025)1.5 km away
  • WarrnamboolLabor 51.6% · Coalition 48.4% TPP (2025)2.2 km away
  • Warrnambool EastLabor 38.5% · Coalition 61.5% TPP (2025)2.7 km away
  • Warrnambool WestLabor 41.1% · Coalition 58.9% TPP (2025)2.8 km away

Federal electorate from AEC federal division boundaries (2025 redistribution). Division-level results are official AEC figures from the latest general election, with by-election updates where applicable. The estimated suburb profile blends up to eight nearest ordinary polling booths in the same electorate using inverse-distance weighting from the suburb centroid — an approximation, not official AEC data. Nearest polling places are shown for reference.

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic

IRSAD decile (2021)
4/10
IRSD decile (2021)
4/10

ABS Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA), 2021 release — the latest available, derived from the 2021 Census. Deciles rank suburbs nationally from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).

What do IRSAD and IRSD measure?

IRSAD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage. Combines indicators of advantage (e.g. high income, skilled occupations) and disadvantage. Higher decile = more advantaged relative to other Australian areas.

IRSD — Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage. Focuses on disadvantage only (e.g. low income, unemployment, limited education). Higher decile = less disadvantage nationally.

A new SEIFA edition typically follows each census; the ABS has not announced a release date beyond 2021.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Compare with

Similar suburbs to weigh up side by side — scores, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

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