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‘Don’t bother’: fewer than five same-sex couples in Victoria approved for adoption since 2017

The law changed in 2016 to allow gay couples to adopt – but it was hardly an opening of the floodgates

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As cost of heating a home soars, rangers are targeting eco-vandal firewood thieves in Victoria’s forests

The Conservation Regulator laid 625 charges and issued 85 infringement notices for firewood offences in Victoria in 2022.

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Traralgon's nightlife booms as people seek fun despite cost-of-living pressures

The heart of a regional Victorian town beats loudly on Saturday nights despite the rising cost of living.

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Fire crews busy with extreme fire risk across parts of Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia

Total Fire Bans are in place in parts of Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia as inland temperatures soar into the high 30s and low 40s in some parts.

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Neo-Nazis and trans rights protesters clash in Melbourne; bushfire alert for parts of Great Ocean Road – as it happened

Melbourne forecast to reach 37C while northern regions of the state could exceed 40C. This blog is now closed

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Melbourne police operation targets youth gang crime

Operation Alliance has led to more than 15 arrests of people linked to street gangs in Victoria, with more than 100 offences identified.

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Building industry fears around waterproofing as leaks reach crisis point in Victoria

Construction experts warn leaky buildings that have been constructed with improper waterproofing are reaching "pandemic proportions" in what some fear could take a catastrophic building collapse before the government improves building practices.

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Visible pathways and inclusive competitions — this is how Gippsland is growing women’s cricket

Fortnightly games, a T20 format and a flexible uniform are getting more women to the wicket in regional Victoria.

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Parts of Victoria brace for extreme fire danger and scorching temperatures as authorities issue total fire ban

Authorities issue a total fire ban across central and western Victoria as scorching temperatures and gusty conditions combine to make for extreme fire danger across large parts of the state.

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The Literal Premier Of Victoria Has Shared Some Of The Borked Shit People Have Left On Trains

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Vics build impetus for Shield final with big WA win

Victoria look well placed to overturn last year's Sheffield Shield failure against Western Australia after a strong end to the season.

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Victorians on alert as total fire ban declared

A total fire ban in parts of Victoria has been issued as high winds and temperatures hit the state.

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Victoria’s social housing stock grows by just 74 dwellings in four years despite huge waiting list

Queue increases by nearly half in same period as expert says new builds are barely making a dent on supply because many homes are being demolished

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Victoria considering blocking bullying and harassment claims for workers’ compensation

Government looking at limiting mental health claims to just PTSD cases after $1.1bn shortfall

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Vics to chase 61 for WA win and Shield final berth

Victoria are within touching distance of a second successive Sheffield Shield final after again dominating Western Australia on day 3 in Perth.

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Hay drops for feral horses during floods allegedly damage Yorta Yorta site at Barmah

Traditional owners and environmental groups allege the decision feed feral horses during flooding in Victoria led to a sacred site being damaged.

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Spike in complaints against Victoria Police revealed

The number of complaints to IBAC about Victoria Police rose significantly in 2022, ultimately making up almost 70 per cent of submissions to the watchdog.

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More Victorians breaching bail as law change looms

Victoria has recorded a marked increase in breach of bail offences as the state government gets set to scale back tough laws.

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Why Melbourne's booming west will be home to Victoria's biggest new cemetery in a century

Melbourne's planners have earmarked 128-hectares of land on the city's western fringe, which they hope will provide enough burial and cremation space for the next 150 years of population growth.

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Junior doctors say they're expected to work overtime for free. Now they're suing hospitals

A string of class actions against health services in Victoria, NSW and the ACT is underway over the alleged underpayment of junior doctors.

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Gas shortages possible during bouts of extreme weather over next four years, Aemo warns

Customers could face supply gaps if cold weather coincides with low levels of renewable energy generation

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Victorian agencies accused of failing to consult traditional owners over feeding of stranded brumbies in national park

Feral horses trapped on high ground in Barmah national park during floods were fed by helicopter hay drops

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Power price rises on mainland spark concern for Tasmanians hit hard by cost of living pressures

A huge increase in Victoria's power prices has stoked fears that a dramatic price rise could also be on the way in Tasmania — with a social services advocate warning people "do not have any room left in their budgets".

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Vics edging towards Sheffield Shield final against WA

Victoria's Sheffield Shield final hopes have enjoyed another boost on day two of their Sheffield Shield match against leaders Western Australia.

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Woman found guilty of abusive husband's murder

A Victorian woman who fed her abusive husband sleeping pills hidden inside homemade biscuits and stuffed him in a freezer has been found guilty of murder.

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