Kids’ soccer referee shortage leaves clubs fearful of ‘disgruntled parents’
Parents are being forced to step in and officiate teenage soccer matches at the last minute amid massive statewide referee shortages.
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‘I remember nothing’: 92yo victim woke on footpath surrounded by police
The 92-year-old victim of a horrendous daylight assault in Williamstown says she woke surrounded by police, ambos and good Samaritans, as the man accused of the crime told a magistrate to “f**k off”.
Popular Yarra Valley winery on brink after owing $8m
A popular Yarra Valley winemaker has been taken over by administrators after owing more than $8m, with its iconic cellar door taking a hit.
Pro-trans, women’s rights groups tipped to clash at rally at Parliament House
Authorities are bracing for violent scenes outside parliament on Saturday, with trans activists planning to disrupt a women’s rights rally.
Victory fans cry foul after copping bans for alleged antisocial behaviour
Multiple members of Melbourne Victory’s active supporter group have been slapped with bans for allegedly setting off flares and shouting homophobic slurs at an NPL match last month.
Man accused of historic Newport rape to cross-examine witnesses
A Hoppers Crossing man who allegedly raped an elderly woman more than 40 years ago will cross-examine up to three witnesses while police work through “complicated DNA evidence”.
‘Won’t let them walk streets’: Council to tackle surging crime
Melbourne’s fastest growing council has taken a strong stance on a surge in local crime, allocating nearly $400,000 towards trialling regular security patrols.
‘Malicious’ crook raids popular op-shop
A mischievous crook has poured cleaning chemicals and placed “booby traps” inside a Footscray op-shop night during an eventful late night raid.
Kids sue dad’s former employer after workplace death
The children of a Bendigo man who was killed in a workplace incident at a hay factory have launched their own lawsuit against the now defunct company.
Anzac Day 2025: Full guide to services near you
Hundreds of commemorative events will mark Anzac Day across Victoria in 2025. Find out when and where your local service is.
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