‘Best decision’: Ambo recruits hail move down under
Thirty years ago, three paramedics decided to relocate from the other side of the world to work for Ambulance Victoria. The trio, all still working, have reflected on three decades of service.
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Liberal Senator files defamation claim over derogatory tweets
Senator Sarah Henderson has filed a defamation claim accusing a former Geelong councillor of posting derogatory tweets about her. But ex-councillor Jan Farrell says the lawsuit is “ridiculous”.
Bright, flashing light sparks plane crash fears
A meteor-like flash has lit up the sky over parts of Victoria and the spectacle was so bright it prompted calls to emergency services, who feared it was a plane crashing. See what experts believe caused the flash.
Inside back-to-class plan as new cases spike
Reopened playgrounds, a parent ban and staggered arrivals are at the centre of ambitious plans for Victorian students’ return to school. It comes as the state records another spike in new coronavirus cases, with 12 more patients diagnosed in the past 24 hours.
Man charged with murder after fatal hit-run
A man has been charged with murder after he turned himself in to police for allegedly fleeing on foot from a crash which claimed the life of a young motorcyclist at Bacchus Marsh.
Casual workers win leave entitlements in court ruling
The Federal Court has ruled that workers who have “a firm advance commitment from their employer” to get regular ongoing shifts should be eligible for leave entitlements.
Teenager charged with murder over St Albans death
A teenager is set to face a Children’s Court after he was charged with murder over the death of 17-year-old Aguer Akech in Melbourne’s northwest last year.
Changes loom for Macca’s workers
McDonald’s will revise workers’ shifts and cut down overtime during the pandemic under a temporary measure approved by the Fair Work Commission. One union has labelled the move a “shameful attack on workers’ rights”.
Work underway to stamp out virus in aged care facilities
Three aged care facilities have been placed in lockdown due to coronavirus in recent days, with extensive contact tracing and testing underway to limit the spread of the virus. It comes as Victoria recorded another seven virus cases overnight.
Pub meals back on the cards as restrictions ease
Pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafes will reopen in two weeks, with the state government revealing its gradual plan to extend customer limits over the next two months.
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