Vics overwhelm Qld, move to second on Shield table Queensland's batting had few answers on the final day as a dominant Victoria secured a 164-run Sheffield Shield victory at the MCG. AAP · Feb 12, 2023
Victoria's Asylum Seeker Resource Centre at risk of closure after big fall in donations One of Victoria's biggest charities, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre says it's at risk of going under after public donations fell by 45 per cent over the past year. ABC News · Feb 11, 2023
Geelong resident works full-time and has own business but still can't afford a rental Living in regional Victoria is becoming increasingly unaffordable as housing demand exceeds supply ABC News · Feb 11, 2023
Ash Wednesday firefighting heroes honoured 40 years on More than a dozen firefighters who died while battling Victoria's Ash Wednesday blazes almost 40 years ago are being honoured at a service. AAP · Feb 11, 2023
Australia cashing in on a gold rush as Hollywood makes big-budget films in three states Industry bosses share their excitement of the future of Made-in-Australia film and television productions as country enters a gold-rush era The New Daily · Feb 11, 2023
Health warning as deadly mosquito virus which can cause meningitis detected Australia's health chief issued a public warning after encephalitis virus was detected at sites in flood-ravaged areas of New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia Daily Mirror · Feb 11, 2023
Queensland set 350 for Shield win over Victoria Queensland have been set 350 for a Sheffield Shield win over Victoria after the home team was dismissed for 217 in their second innings at the MCG. AAP · Feb 11, 2023
This rural Victorian was set for a 'debilitating' stroke until a timely telehealth appointment saved him David Harlem had hardly needed a sick day in his life — until he experienced symptoms that indicated he was in grave danger. ABC News · Feb 10, 2023
Liberals claim underdog status in Aston byelection as party faces calls for a woman to replace Alan Tudge The campaign will be a crucial early test for the opposition and leader Peter Dutton The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2023
Rejected open-cut mine project rebrands after environmental concerns stopped eastern Victorian proposal The company behind a controversial mineral sands mine project that was rejected due to environmental risks rebrands in an attempt to revive the proposal for a site in eastern Victoria. ABC News · Feb 10, 2023
Victoria's ambulance response times go backwards The Victorian government has attributed a rise in average ambulance response times to increased demand across the state. AAP · Feb 10, 2023
'Challenging' high rate of fatal Indigenous overdoses The Coroners Court of Victoria has released its first report into fatal overdoses among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. AAP · Feb 9, 2023
Dad who killed son in ATV crash locked up after appeal A Victorian father whose toddler was killed in an ATV crash after his dad did dangerous burnouts will be jailed after a successful appeal by prosecutors. AAP · Feb 9, 2023
Cyclist dies in collision near Warrnambool, south-west Victoria A 57-year-old cyclist has died in a fatal collision on a rural road near Warrnambool in south-west Victoria. ABC News · Feb 9, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2023 Victorian government must overhaul bail laws to create ‘meaningful’ change, legal groups say Advocates concerned after Daniel Andrews suggested looking at offence types rather than scrapping controversial 2018 changes
AAP · Feb 9, 2023 MP comes out in maiden speech, blasts identity politics A Liberal MP used his inaugural speech to reveal he is gay in what is believed to be a first for Victoria's parliament, declaring he hates identity politics.
AAP · Feb 9, 2023 Victoria make solid start against Queensland in Shield The Sheffield Shield has returned following the mid-summer break with Victoria impressing during the opening session after being sent in to bat by Queensland.
ABC News · Feb 8, 2023 Stawell loses three GPs in two months amid rural doctor shortage, contract dispute A Victorian MP calls on the state government to intervene in contract negotiations between Grampians Health and a Stawell GP whose resignation has devastated residents.
ABC News · Feb 8, 2023 Police investigating after Victorian woman loses car won in online lottery Victorian woman Amelia Conway won the car of her dreams in an online raffle only to have it seized months later because the vehicle had not been paid off.
The Conversation · Feb 8, 2023 Banning straws might be good for the planet – but bad for people with disability or swallowing problems. What is 'eco-ableism'? This month, Victoria became the latest Australian state to ban single-use plastics, including straws. While this is a win for the environment and marine life, it will come at a price for social inclusion.
Daily Mirror · Feb 8, 2023 Shane Warne's will revealed as cricket legend leaves behind incredible £12m fortune Shane Warne tragically passed away in March last year at the age of just 52 after suffering a heart attack while on holiday in Thailand and details of his will have now been released by the Supreme Court in Victoria
Daily Mirror · Feb 8, 2023 Insect blamed for mystery surge in 'life-changing' condition that alters eye colour People in the state of Victoria in Australia have been advised to wear sunglasses outside after a tiny insect was blamed for a surge in cases of 'Christmas Eye' - that cause people's eyes to change colour
ABC News · Feb 8, 2023 Trial of former Melbourne principal Malka Leifer begins in County Court of Victoria A Victorian court hears allegations school principal Malka Leifer told a former student "this will help you for your wedding night" while allegedly sexually assaulting her at a school camp. Warning: This story contains details of allegations of sexual abuse.
AAP · Feb 8, 2023 Spinner Murphy in line for Test debut in India After playing just seven first-class matches, Victorian offspinner Todd Murphy is in line to be handed a dream debut in Australia's first Test against India.
ABC News · Feb 8, 2023 Academic encourages Victorian government to follow NSW election promises for cashless pokies New South Wales' election promises to introduce cashless pokies wins the praise of a Victorian academic, who says the approach may prevent problem gambling and crime, and wants it introduced in his home state.