The search continues for alleged killer Dezi Freeman as the community copes with growing strain. Photo: Simon Dallinger/AAP PHOTOS

A community already worn down by bushfires, floods and COVID-19 faces more uncertainty due to a drawn-out manhunt, but locals hope a million-dollar reward will help ease tensions.

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Porepunkah residents have felt shock, grief and frustration since Dezi Freeman allegedly killed two police officers at a property outside the town on August 26, residents say.

The 56-year-old remains on the run, evading police, who have warned he might be receiving help from l

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