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Former NZ top cop tapped to lead Victoria police reveals plan for solving state’s ‘crime issues’

Incoming chief commissioner Mike Bush, a self-described ‘outsider’ pick, says he will prioritise prevention and increased police visibility

The Guardian - AU

Crooks, culture first order of business for new top cop

A veteran cop who oversaw the police response to the Christchurch massacre has laid down his vision for combating crime as the head of an embattled state force.

AAP

‘I’ve been hiding powdered mushrooms in everything’: Erin Patterson’s Facebook messages revealed

Victorian trial hears from online friends who say murder accused discussed her dehydrator and asked for advice on cooking beef wellington

The Guardian - AU

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Victorian Labor was bracing for a federal backlash – now Jacinta Allan sees vindication

Despite relentless commentary about the premier’s unpopularity, the state swung even harder to Labor than in 2022, while the Liberal party blame game has begun

The Guardian - AU

Second-term Albanese will face policy pressure, devastated Liberals have only bad options

On February 1, on The Conversation’s podcast, Anthony Albanese not only declared that Labor would retain majority government, but held out the prospect it could win the Victorian Liberal seats of Menzies and Deakin.

The Conversation

State of the states: 6 experts on how the election unfolded across the country

While counting continues nationally, the federal election result is definitive: a pro-Labor landslide and an opposition leader voted out.

The Conversation

‘We must be alert to complacency’: inside Victoria’s push to extend abortion access

The state has increased availability of medical and surgical abortions – but a recent symposium has heard affordability and some doctors’ reluctance are halting progress

The Guardian - AU

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Victoria confounds Liberal hopes of election revival, swinging even further to Labor

The Coalition hoped its path to victory would lead through the southern state, but instead it has been left with a bare handful of seats

The Guardian - AU

Racist Banners Hung Over Melbourne Freeway Spark Police Investigation

Multiple people have been seen on Saturday morning displaying racist banners on three bridges over the M1 Motorway in Chadstone, Melbourne.

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Why Victoria is the overlooked Canadian city you need to visit

Looking for a laidback city with rich history, top-class food, and magnificent natural beauty? The capital of British Columbia invites visitors to slow down, savour every moment – and maybe spot an orca or two, says Neil Davey

The Independent UK

A legendary romantic retreat: explore Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s Osborne

See how the royal couple celebrated birthdays, their children and each other in this Italianate Isle of Wight haven

The Guardian - UK

Federal election fate in hands of 'battleground state'

Peter Dutton's narrowing path to victory must travel through Victoria, with the coalition needing to add to its paltry tally of 10 seats in the state.

AAP

Three people injured after helicopter crashes into sea off Victoria coast

Two people airlifted to Melbourne and another taken to hospital by road

The Independent UK

Murder charges over shooting of gangland lawyer Joseph Acquaro dropped

Victoria DPP’s move on charges against Vincenzo Crupi brings end to case that threatened to force police to reveal informer’s identity

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Victoria helicopter crash: three people rescued off coast near Melbourne

Police say three passengers have been taken to hospital with serious injuries after crash near Point Lonsdale

The Conversation

Logging devastated Victoria’s native forests – and new research shows 20% has failed to grow back

Following the end of native logging in Victoria on January 1 2024, the state’s majestic forests might be expected to regenerate and recover naturally. But our new research shows that’s not always the case.

The Conversation

What are the symptoms of measles? How long does the vaccine last? Experts answer 6 key questions

So far in 2025 (as of May 1), 70 cases of measles have been notified in Australia, with all states and territories except Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory having recorded at least one case. Most infections have occurred in New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia.

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Man Arrested & Charged For Allegedly Knocking A 92 Y.O. Woman Unconscious In Victoria

A 39-year-old man has been arrested and charged after he allegedly knocked a 92-year-old woman unconscious in Victoria.

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The Guardian - AU

Australia’s mushroom murders trial: who are Erin Patterson and the other key figures?

As the trial over the deadly 2023 beef wellington lunch continues in the Victorian supreme court, here’s what you need to know about the people involved

The Guardian - AU

Erin Patterson trial day three – as it happened

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AAP

Dutton dines out on voters' mortgage belt malcontent

Peter Dutton has visited a crisis support charity and a yum-cha restaurant in a push to drum up election support for the coalition in the outer suburbs.

The Guardian - AU

‘Brutal rental market’ sees spike in number of Victorian tenants evicted because they can’t make payments

Affordability at its lowest point in more than decade, with almost 60% of the state’s households receiving a rent increase over 12 months

AAP

Inside ex-Liberal heartland where roads, wind rule vote

Rundown roads, offshore wind farms and drought assistance are on the minds of voters in a now-marginal electorate the size of Belgium.

The Guardian - AU

Family violence and Koori court jobs among scores identified for cuts at Victorian magistrates court

Exclusive: State’s Aboriginal legal service condemns proposed changes as 48 further roles slated for removal

AAP

Problem child no more: surprise rise in state rankings

Western Australia has cemented its spot at the top of the latest CommSec State of the States rankings, but another state's climb comes as more of a surprise.

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