Cost of big races revealed right at the finish line Revelations about the price of events such as major motor races are among the dozens of reports released on a parliament's final sitting day. AAP · Nov 28, 2024
This summer will likely be wetter and warmer for most Australians, bureau forecast says After this spring’s heat, humidity, rain and storms across Australia, you may be wondering what summer has in store. The Conversation · Nov 28, 2024
‘Well primed for bushfires’: Australia facing heightened risk across several areas, authorities say ‘All Victorians and many Australians need to prepare for multi-hazard events’, warns Bureau of Meteorology The Guardian - AU · Nov 28, 2024
'Dangerous': Calls to premier for more gas ban rebates More than a dozen health and equity organisations are zoning in on gas-related health risks and calling on Victoria's premier to take a stand. AAP · Nov 27, 2024
Victoria top of the Shield after skittling Queensland Queensland have slumped to a 90-run defeat to Victoria in the Sheffield Shield, after a number of inexplicable final-day dismissals. AAP · Nov 27, 2024
56 Year 12 exams in Victoria have been compromised, including maths and biology. What does this mean for students? After more than a week of uncertainty, we now know the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) results. Not for Victoria’s Year 12 students who sat the exams, but the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority responsible for running them. And the results are not good. The Conversation · Nov 27, 2024
Cameron Smith slams organisers for US-style Open set-up Tournament drawcard Cameron Smith has lashed officials for preparing an American-style course set up for the Australian Open golf championship in Melbourne. AAP · Nov 27, 2024
Who can access abortion in Australia? Abortion is legal in all Australian states and territories. Women, trans men and gender diverse people with a uterus have the option of taking medication to end a pregnancy, or undergoing surgery. The Conversation · Nov 26, 2024
Kellaway ton puts Vics in the box seat against Bulls Queensland have slumped to 3-58 chasing 329 for victory in their day-night Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria. AAP · Nov 26, 2024
Central London has a new fountain! Burst water main outside Victoria Station causes chaos Burst water main near Victoria Station forces closure on major central London road during rush hour Evening Standard · Nov 26, 2024
Victoria’s anti-vilification laws: how will they change and who will they protect? Protection on basis of disability, gender identity, sex and sexual orientation will keep communities safe and united, Jacinta Allan says The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2024
Victoria to introduce Australia’s strictest poker machine rules, with $1,000 limit to be slashed by 90% Andrews-era reforms to be introduced in state parliament on Tuesday will cap load-up to $100, $400 less than in New South Wales The Guardian - AU · Nov 25, 2024
Victorian doctor admits breaching medical code of conduct by asking patients to fund her teenage vape solutions clinic Dr Carolyn Beaumont says she made ‘an error of judgment’ by asking for donations in an email to previous patients The Guardian - AU · Nov 25, 2024
Harris makes runs as Victoria fight back against Bulls Victoria opener Marcus Harris wants his Test spot back, and his unbeaten 50 in the second innings against Queensland is another step in the right direction. AAP · Nov 25, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2024 Victorian Labor considering push to retake Prahran after surprise resignation of former Greens MP Sam Hibbins announced resignation from parliament three weeks after confessing to consensual relationship with staff member
AAP · Nov 24, 2024 Beyond The Valley to host pill testing in state first Beyond The Valley will be the first Victorian music festival to trial pill testing in an effort to curb overdoses and save lives.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2024 Spiky blue devils and chocolate lilies: Victorian grassland bursts with wildflowers after ecological ‘reset’ Careful management including weed control and a burn laid the groundwork for floral abundance in Boorhaman reserve
The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2024 Extreme fire danger warnings for Victoria as heatwave sweeps through south-east Australia Cool change expected to push through state late on Saturday, bringing intense rain and thunderstorms across the wider region into next week
AAP · Nov 22, 2024 A decade of Labor rule in Victoria: what is its legacy? When the history of the Andrews/Allan Victorian Labor governments is written, how will its first 10 years be remembered and how many more will it get?
The Guardian - AU · Nov 22, 2024 Australia’s south-east faces heatwave amid BoM weather warning to stay indoors Temperatures near the Victoria-South Australia border reach 38C, more than 10C above average for November
AAP · Nov 22, 2024 Financial watchdog warns of structural budget problems Almost one of every $10 raised by the Victorian government is set to be spent paying down debt within four years as interest expenses explode.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2024 Victoria will not renew defence memorandum of understanding with Israel Exclusive: Jacinta Allan has been criticised by Labor and Greens over agreement signed before the 7 October attacks
AAP · Nov 21, 2024 'Historic' treaty negotiations a step towards justice The clock is ticking for Victoria to strike a treaty deal as state and Indigenous leaders begin negotiations after more than eight years of preparations.
AAP · Nov 21, 2024 Judge 'mystified' as Gobbo closes case against police Lawyers for barrister-turned-informer Nicola Gobbo have put their final case forward as her trial against the state of Victoria wraps up.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2024 Weekend heatwave forecast for NSW and Victoria, with temperatures to top 36C in Melbourne Extreme heat expected to hit much of South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania and inland NSW as central Queensland braces for flooding