AI is just what the overworked, burnt-out doctor ordered
Advocates of the use of artificial intelligence say the technology could transform a health system in crisis, by reducing wait lists and staff burnout.
- by Angus Delaney and Kayla Olaya
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Clean up begins but strong winds will hit Victoria again this week
A woman was killed by a falling tree near the Victorian border and entire towns have been blacked out after wild weather – including hail and winds up to 146km/h – hit Victoria on Sunday and Monday.
- by Benjamin Preiss and Angus Delaney
The blurred lines leading to internet dropouts and rushed installations
Frustrated NBN customers have been left in a feedback loop, where no one is to blame when things go wrong.
- by Angus Delaney
Thousands without power after wild storm batters Victoria
The SES was inundated with calls for help when a powerful storm smashed the state with lightning and heavy rain, damaging buildings and downing trees.
- by Ashleigh McMillan, Roy Ward and Angus Delaney
Melbourne’s beloved parklets too big to fail as restaurants pay up for on-street dining
The outdoor trend that grew out of pandemic restrictions is here to stay.
- by Angus Delaney
A rare disease changed Archie’s life. Fruit flies are now his best hope
Archie Melling was a happy, giggling toddler until a bout of gastro triggered a degenerative disease shared by only 65 people worldwide.
- by Angus Delaney
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Education
Central intelligence: Melbourne Uni changes the game on campus cheats
Students accused of cheating at the University of Melbourne will be sent to a powerful committee for investigation, as AI fuels a growing wave of misconduct.
- by Angus Delaney and Noel Towell
Yes, there are more rats in Docklands than usual. Here’s why
Exterminators say demand for their services is declining as businesses cut back on spending, leading to an increase in rats, and unsafe baiting practices.
- by Angus Delaney
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Schools
Why most Victorian teachers want to quit the profession
A statewide survey found just three-in-10 educators envisage staying in the public school system until retirement, with 40 per cent already eyeing the exit.
- by Noel Towell and Angus Delaney
Spawned from inner-city muck, this suburb full of lawyers is getting younger
On Gold Street in Clifton Hill there is a stark reminder of the suburb’s past and future. On one side is a primary school – on the other side, an aged care home.
- by Angus Delaney and Josh Gordon
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