The Latest Breaking News from Sonya Kilkenny

Frosty reception as major parties lock horns on housing

Leaders from the Labor, Liberal and One Nation parties have drawn political battle lines over housing as a state election draws near.

AAP · Sep 2

'Motherhood statements': fear gag order vow falls short

A state government is pledging to stop convicted rapists using suppression orders following the high-profile cases of Tom Silvagni and Ralph Carr.

AAP · Aug 11

Victoria to ban suppression orders for rapists after Ralph Carr and Tom Silvagni convictions under new pledge

Premier Ben Carroll promises if re-elected to ‘close every loophole’ used by high-profile accused and convicted criminals to hide their identities in the courts

The Guardian - AU · Aug 11

Driving law review puts killer motorists on notice

One state's driving laws will undergo a 20-month review as the government puts killer motorists on notice for tougher penalties in the future.

AAP · Jul 26

Secrecy in Victoria’s courts is rife. Here are 6 reforms that would make the system better

In late June, Victoria’s Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny committed to reviewing the operation of the state’s Open Courts Act. This follows a period of immense public scrutiny of the state of open justice in Victoria following two high-profile events.

The Conversation · Jul 6

Moira Deeming misunderstood meaning of ‘headlock’ but won’t apologise to Matthew Guy for assault allegation

The Victorian Liberal MP says the interaction with her colleague left her fearful and confused

The Guardian - AU · Jun 29

Victorian Liberal MP Matthew Guy denies accusation he assaulted Moira Deeming in incident allegedly captured by CCTV

Police confirm they are investigating as sources close to Guy say he vehemently denies the allegations and is considering legal action

The Guardian - AU · Jun 25

‘Enraged’ union boss defends naming and shaming Victorian Labor MPs who had ‘zero conversations’ with voters

Candidates must ‘work their ass off’ to stop One Nation or expect withdrawal of union support, Trades Hall Council secretary says

The Guardian - AU · Jun 17

‘Sexist’: Gillard and Albanese condemn ‘ditch the witch’ campaign against Victorian premier

Trucks with billboards depicting phrase alongside Jacinta Allan wearing a black pointed hat have been seen around Melbourne for about six weeks

The Guardian - AU · Jun 8

Victorian Labor signals tougher stance on young offenders after 109 charges against 14-year-old dropped

The state’s opposition said case was proof ‘the justice system is broken’

The Guardian - AU · May 14