Melbourne couple abandoned in Africa by cruise left ‘traumatised’
A Bayside couple who were left stranded on a remote island in Africa after their cruise ship left without them say the ordeal has been “extremely traumatic”.
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Lithuanian President urges Victorians to support Ukraine
A visit to Melbourne by the leader of Lithuania has cemented closer ties with Victoria in fields like cyber security and fintech as he called for continuing support for Ukraine.
Plea to pause funding for Suburban Rail Loop
A lobby group is pushing for Suburban Rail Loop funding to be stalled, saying a roads-based approach is a better way to upgrade Melbourne’s public transport.
Historic CBD building up for sale
Swanson St’s Nicholas Building is up for sale. But any development of the $80m site could be banned with Heritage Victoria recommending its state heritage listing be revamped.
Breakthrough in forecasting to massively boost flood response
Predicting flood damage during an ongoing disaster has been sped up a thousand times with the help of a new model developed by Melbourne University.
Indigenous land council on ice after leaders’ alleged fraud
A key Aboriginal community organisation whose members include actor Tasma Walton has been put into administration, after two of its former leaders were accused of pocketing inappropriate fees.
Two restaurant moguls set to revamp Melbourne’s CBD
Hospitality kingpins Chris Lucas and Justin Hemmes are spending millions on new Melbourne restaurant precincts designed to revitalise the city.
Labor and Green voters out to silence Voice debate: study
Progressive voters are trying to stifle debate on issues such as the Voice and immigration and are shaming those who disagree with them, research shows.
Push to close gender gap to boost cyclist numbers in Melbourne
Transport plans that push gender stereotypes, such as the white, middle-aged male in Lycra, are a barrier to Melbourne becoming a more cycle-friendly city, a researcher says.
‘Very distressed’: Actor threatened after Aboriginal land claim
Aussie actor Tasma Walton – who claims Indigenous heritage – has sought to withdraw from a land claim court case, saying she and her children have been subjected to threats.
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