Victorians urged to beware of bushfire scammers
Generous Victorians are being urged to give to reputable bushfire fundraisers — including the state government’s bushfire appeal — amid reports of scammers taking advantage of the crisis.
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Victoria under siege as fears grow for 28 missing in fires
Victoria is facing a perilous 24 hours, with weather conditions predicted to worsen in fire-affected areas. Fears are growing for the 28 people still missing, with another two already confirmed dead.
Delicious dessert sends tram drivers home early
Commuters were hit with delays and cancellations after Yarra Trams served a tasty alcoholic treat to drivers at this year’s Christmas party, forcing eight staff members to go home early.
This is Melbourne’s most notorious speed camera
A speed camera in Melbourne CBD was the city’s top-grossing cash cam, nabbing tens of thousands of speeding motorists in one year. This is where it is.
Melbourne transport’s most shocking spills, smashes
Commuters toppling from train platforms, cars being smashed into after cutting trams off. This is what cops and transport workers have to deal with as drunk and disorderly commuters put their lives at risk every day. WATCH THE VIDEO
Energy watchdog warns retailers not to mislead Victorians
The state’s energy watchdog has warned power companies against trying to raise prices and fool Victorians with dodgy excuses.
Urgent call for cameras on trams
The Public Transport Users Association wants every Melbourne tram to have cameras fitted on the outside to film incidents and near-misses with cars and pedestrians and says there is an “urgent” need to protect passengers.
Crackdown on public transport fare evaders
Faredodgers are being caught out across Victoria at a rapid rate, with tens of thousands of tickets already dished out this year, leading to calls for the payment process to be simplified.
Police reach pay deal with government
Victoria Police has called off industrial action, which for the first time ever included plastering slogans across vehicles, after reaching a pay deal with the government. Here’s the next step.
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