Call to ease payroll tax burden for Victorian businesses
Payroll tax brings in billions of dollars for the state government every year, but Opposition Leader Michael O’Brien wants the payments to be waived for some Victorian businesses.
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Probe to examine if Cedar Meats put workers in danger
A coronavirus outbreak at Cedar Meats, which is now responsible for 88 cases, will be investigated by WorkSafe. Here’s what will be examined as part of the probe.
Pallas defends state’s commitment to China
Tim Pallas has defended the state’s commitment to joint Chinese initiatives as the relationship between China and Australia continues to sour. The Victorian Treasurer also had a grim warning on the “substantial economic trauma” that lies ahead.
Workers to be stood down as tunnel dispute heats up
Hundreds of workers on the West Gate Tunnel are set to be stood down after the builders behind the $6.7 billion project threatened to cut staff over landfill costs.
No relief for Victoria’s tourist ghost towns
Halls Gap is one of many Victorians tourist hot spots turned into a ghost town by coronavirus restrictions, and the pain is set to continue with camping and Airbnb rentals still off the table.
No change to schools as state alters lockdown restrictions
You will finally be able to catch up with loved ones and friends from 11.59pm tomorrow night, with Premier Daniel Andrews revealing the easing of some tough rules on the road back from lockdown. And the changes pave the way for footy’s return.
How cycling boom will change our roads
The popularity of cycling has exploded in Melbourne during lockdown, with bike traffic in the city tripling. What does this mean for riders and drivers when virus lockdown ends?
Infected high school student linked to Cedar Meats cluster
A Marcellin College student has been infected with coronavirus as the Cedar Meats cluster explodes to 62 cases and possible links between Labor MPs and the Brooklyn abattoir emerge.
Parking inspectors set for return to city’s streets
Parking inspectors are returning to slug motorists with fines once more, as more people opt to drive around the City of Melbourne. But some will get to keep their free parking privileges. Here’s why.
Man busted breaching lockdown laws with escort
Another 26 fines have been issued to Victorians not complying with social distancing laws, while the state government has frozen car registration fees at current levels amid the coronavirus economic fallout. It comes as 11 out of 17 new cases are linked to an outbreak at Cedar Meats.
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