Man charged over 'horrific' 1988 rape of teenager A man extradited to Victoria from Queensland has been charged over the "horrific" kidnap and rape of a teenager more than 35 years ago. AAP · Oct 19, 2024
A spate of attacks on gay men have been linked to dating apps. Are ‘influencers’ fostering hate in Australia? Some anti-LGBTQ+ people online are promoting ‘methods of attack’, including the filming of incidents, one police officer says The Guardian - AU · Oct 18, 2024
Afternoon Update: Greg Lynn sentenced for Carol Clay murder; Victoria at risk of tornadoes; and an infamous bridge strikes again Former Jetstar pilot jailed for at least 24 years for 2020 murder in Victoria’s high country The Guardian - AU · Oct 18, 2024
Tube drivers plan 'go slow' protest to curb excess noise on London Underground Concerns about decibel levels on Victoria, Central, Northern and Jubilee lines Evening Standard · Oct 18, 2024
Mpox cases in Australia surge past 1000 As the number of mpox cases in Australia climbs to the highest numbers yet, Victoria's chief health officer has warned that anyone can be affected. AAP · Oct 18, 2024
Greg Lynn jailed for at least 24 years over ‘brutal, horrific’ murder of camper Carol Clay in Victoria’s high country Former Jetstar pilot sentenced over Wonnangatta Valley killing, after being found not guilty of murdering Russell Hill The Guardian - AU · Oct 18, 2024
Victoria at risk of tornadoes as thunderstorms and giant hail lash Australia’s south-east Bureau of Meteorology warns parts of Victoria to brace for ‘dangerous’ storm and intense rainfall that could lead to ‘life-threatening flash flooding’ The Guardian - AU · Oct 18, 2024
Motorists urged to stay home instead as storms build A huge cold front sweeping Australia's southeast is bringing wild storms, giant hail and damaging winds as it meets a humid, unstable air mass. AAP · Oct 17, 2024
These 6 Fashion-Inspired Shades Are Like Art for Your Windows — Shop The Shade Store x Mimi Plange The fashion industry veteran brings her East-meets-West storytelling and celebrity-loved designs to the world of window shades Livingetc · Oct 17, 2024
Care economy growing fast and boom set to continue Treasurer Jim Chalmers has defended Australia's fast-growing care economy, dismissing federal opposition criticism as rooted in "snobbiness". AAP · Oct 17, 2024
Energy prices soar after volatile wind saw heavier gas, hydro and battery use, Australian regulator says But prices are down by 25% compared with the June quarter in New South Wales, down 9% in Victoria and down 12% in Tasmania The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2024
Australian-first Airbnb bookings tax clears last hurdle Holidaymakers will soon have to pay an extra 7.5 per cent fee on Airbnb and Stayz bookings under an Australian-first levy ticked off by Victorian parliament. AAP · Oct 17, 2024
Wild weather to lash several states as systems collide Wild weather is on the way for parts of Australia after a storm "like a freight train but worse" hit regional Victoria. AAP · Oct 17, 2024
Severe thunderstorms are sweeping through southern Australia. But what makes a thunderstorm ‘severe’? Clusters of severe thunderstorms are expected to strike Australia’s southern regions over Thursday and Friday. The Conversation · Oct 17, 2024
AAP · Oct 17, 2024 Harris, Konstas to face Test grilling in Shield clash NSW and Victoria are set to field five Test bowlers between them in their Shield clash, providing the perfect showdown for Marcus Harris and Sam Konstas.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2024 Heavy rain, large hail and damaging winds expected as severe storms forecast for much of Australia Severe thunderstorms caused by strong cold front and low pressure system to hit most of the country, with South Australia the ‘focal point’, BoM says
The Conversation · Oct 17, 2024 Victorian students will get ‘anti-Tate’ lessons – but much more is needed to tackle gendered violence in schools The Victorian government has announced new teaching resources to tackle the influence of “manosphere” figures, such as Andrew Tate, in the state’s schools.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2024 Victoria police arrest 13 people over separate alleged attacks on gay men involving dating apps A number of individuals accused of posing as users on apps such as Grindr to lure men to meetings where they were allegedly assaulted
AAP · Oct 17, 2024 Revamped compensation scheme for victims of crime A Victorian tribunal for victims of crime will be replaced by an online system with increased payments and broader definitions for family members.
AAP · Oct 16, 2024 'I will bowl whatever Patty needs me to': Mitch Marsh Cameron Green's serious back injury has put more pressure on allrounder Mitch Marsh to be able to carry a bigger bowling load against India this summer.
AAP · Oct 16, 2024 Gaps in biosecurity shield putting farmers at risk Agriculture Victoria is fighting to contain five plant pests and diseases, but it could lack the staff it needs to fight future outbreaks, a report shows.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 16, 2024 Influence of ‘Andrew Tate-types’ to be targeted in Victorian schools as government rolls out new materials Respectful relationships content will teach students how to recognise hate speech and coercive control, education minister Ben Carroll says
AAP · Oct 16, 2024 Liberals float revival of contentious toll road project Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto is eyeing a revival of plans to build an underground road tunnel to connect Melbourne's Eastern Freeway to CityLink.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 15, 2024 Shifting from gas to electric heating could save Victorians more than $2,000 a year, research finds Report concludes using reverse-cycle air conditioning instead of gas ducted heating could save households between $999 to $2,215 a year
AAP · Oct 15, 2024 State-owned power body to be included in constitution The revival of Victoria's State Electricity Commission and renewable energy targets will be included in the state's constitution, after laws passed parliament.