Common item facing train ban
Millions of commuters could soon be banned from taking a popular way of getting around on trains, trams, and buses after concerns about safety.
Politics
Sex infection update on childcare kids
Results have come back for the hundreds of children tested for sexually transmitted infections in relation to accused pedophile Joshua Dale Brown.
Shock footage shows anti-Semitic arson
A special taskforce has been established following a string of suspected anti-Semitic attacks across Melbourne, with footage showing a series of arsons.
Bombshell ‘genocide’ finding in Aussie report
A landmark report by Australia’s first formal truth-telling commission has released shocking findings about the treatment of Indigenous Australians.
‘Shocked’: Cultural ban on Vic rock climbers
An ugly battle has erupted between traditional owners who want to ban rock climbers from the world famous Mr Arapiles in Victoria.
Acknowledgement of Country sacking twist
A worker has beaten an inner-city council in a major employment case after he was unfairly sacked for objecting to an Acknowledgement of Country.
Pesutto dodges bankruptcy over $2.3m bill
Former Victorian Liberal leader John Pesutto has coughed up his $2.3m legal bill to Moira Deeming, avoiding bankruptcy and preventing a by-election.
Major update for state’s gas plan
Victoria has softened its full gas ban but kept strong new reforms that advocates say will save lives.
Aussie-first hydrogen servo opens
Australia’s first publicly accessible hydrogen service station has opened, in a huge move towards decarbonising commercial vehicles.
Sad reason for apartment block scene
Crowds gathered outside a Melbourne apartment block on Tuesday morning in a bid to stop workers entering.
‘Outraged’: Student protesters face expulsion
If the recommendations are upheld, the students will become the first pro-Palestine activists to be expelled over their protest actions in Australia.
Bombshell election result in tightest seat
The AEC has finished recounting votes for the electorate Goldstein, confirming who will take the highly-contested seat.
City braces for months of commuter chaos
Commuter chaos will loom large across one major city for the rest of the year, as two major projects are almost finished.
Premier hit with shock manure stunt
A farmer has delivered a package of cow manure to the doorstep of one state premier as fury explodes over a sharp new tax grab.
Victoria budget 2025: Winners and losers
With an ever-growing debt and a promise of no new taxes, the Victorian government has revealed a “responsible” budget for 2025-26.
Farmers, fireys protest tax ‘insult’
Hundreds of farmers and volunteer firefighters have gathered to protest a controversial levy that farmers say will cripple them.
Liberal’s major call on party’s future
Liberal Senator Dave Sharma has made a major call on the party’s ideological future in light of their crushing federal defeat.
One thing that won’t be in state budget
One state’s treasurer says there are “more surprises to come” when she hands down her first budget but has categorically ruled out one thing.
Horror Nazi symbol spotted at Victoria rally
A disturbing image of a Nazi swastika imprinted against an Israeli flag was spotted at a pro Palestine rally in a major Aussie city.
Former leader cops huge $2.3m legal bill
Former Liberal leader John Pesutto has been ordered to pay $2.3m in the fallout from the Moira Deeming defamation battle.
‘No More’: Protests rise against DV scourge
Protesters are flooding capital cities across the nation demanding action to prevent domestic and family violence.
Election voided over ‘fraud’ votes: court
A local election in one of Australia’s biggest cities has been overturned over concerns about fraudulently completed ballots.
‘Best person for job’: State’s new top cop
A former New Zealand police chief is set to take the top spot at Victoria Police, weeks after a no-confidence vote gave Shane Patton the boot.
Major change for motorists becomes law
New rules have come in for motorists as they go past tow trucks and roadside crews.
Three biggest election issues revealed
Voters in some of Victoria’s key battleground seats have shared their biggest concerns for this election. Find out the three most common issues.
Woman punches man in ugly election clash
A white supremacist has crashed a candidates forum in one of the richest electorates in the country, leading to a confrontation with the audience.
Secret Covid emails will enrage Melburnians
An explosive secret email has exposed what really went on behind the scenes when Daniel Andrews locked down millions of Victorians during the pandemic.
Liberal candidate’s shock confession
A Liberal Party candidate who has campaigned on being a renter has now admitted to owning two investment properties.
‘Champion’ former MP dies aged 77
A former MP who worked in politics for more than 30 years has died weeks out from the 2025 election, with tributes describing him as a “champion and inspiration”.
Liberal’s savage response to sign scandal
A Teal MP has been dealt a savage response after her husband was filmed running down the street with her Liberal rival’s campaign sign.
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