Victoria’s volunteer firefighting force shrinks to new low
CFA volunteer numbers have plummeted to a new low while the bill for paid staff soars and property owners are hit with skyrocketing levies to pay for the state’s fire services.
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Health boss who played key role in Victoria’s Covid response stands down
The Department of Health secretary who became a public figure making tough and controversial decisions during the pandemic will depart amid a leadership reshuffle.
Ash Gordon’s sister urges Allan to meet with victims’ families over bail laws
The family of a Doncaster doctor allegedly murdered by teens in a botched home invasion says Jacinta Allan has refused to speak with them as the Premier dodged questions on why bail reforms have not gone further.
Opposition stops short of pledge to end WFH for public servants
Opposition Leader Brad Battin has said big changes are needed to help revitalise Melbourne’s CBD but remained tight-lipped about potentially forcing the state’s public service back to the office.
Concerns over political defence test in proposed hate speech laws
Victoria’s most prominent Jewish leaders have written to state MPs and ministers calling for a change to proposed new hate speech laws, as the Coalition moves to oppose the legislation on free speech grounds.
Kids locked in hot cars as Melbourne swelters
At least two children a day are being left in cars across Melbourne, as alarming figures reveal which suburbs had the worst call-outs for the deadly offending.
Car fans set to bid big bucks for rare Vic number plates at auction
A rare set of heritage Victorian number plates is going up for auction — and the event is expected to rake in more than $1m.
Labor’s HECS debt ‘game-changer’ vow to uni students
Victoria’s university students and graduates will have an average of more than $5700 wiped from their HECS debts under a Labor plan – if it holds on to power at the next election.
Victorian government still chasing 20,000 unpaid Covid fines
The Victorian government is continuing to chase down almost 20,000 unpaid Covid fines — totalling up to $30m — despite NSW and Queensland cancelling the penalties.
Energy company hit with landmark $1.5m fine
Origin Energy has been hit with a landmark fine for putting domestic violence victims at risk by giving out personal details, including phone numbers and addresses.
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