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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Afternoon Update: Victoria’s ‘dangerous’ bail reform; Heathrow closed after nearby blaze; and the pop girly country renaissance

Jacinta Allan speaks to reporters
The premier, Jacinta Allan, announced the changes to the Bail Act last week, before they were fast-tracked through parliament. Photograph: Joel Carrett/AAP

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The Victorian government’s controversial bail laws have passed parliament after a marathon debate, sparking criticism from legal and human rights groups who warn it will lead to the increased criminalisation of Aboriginal and other marginalised communities.

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