Double murderer urges judge to lock him up for life Darren John Chalmers, 56, has urged a Victorian judge to keep him jailed for life after admitting to murdering a woman in 1992. AAP · Nov 29, 2023
Labor, Liberals trade blows a year on from Vic election Victorian Labor and the Liberal leaders have hurled insults at one another to mark the one-year anniversary of the bitter 2022 state election. AAP · Nov 26, 2023
'Get educated': students strike to support Palestinians NSW school students swapped textbooks for placards at a rally in solidarity with children in Gaza who can't go to school after Israel declared war on Hamas. AAP · Nov 23, 2023
Afternoon Update: Optus to face Senate inquiry and government review; US strikes Iran-linked site in Syria; and Hollywood actors reach deal Optus inquiry will centre on handling of outage as well as potential compensation for affected customers The Guardian - AU · Nov 9, 2023
Daylesford pub crash: Victorian community reels over deaths of two children and three adults Police say a nine-year-old girl and an 11-year-old boy, along with two of their parents, are among the five killed The Guardian - AU · Nov 6, 2023
Daylesford pub crash: five killed and two families devastated after car ploughs into beer garden in Victoria Police say the driver involved in the accident at the Royal Daylesford hotel on Vincent Street was breath tested and no alcohol was detected The Guardian - AU · Nov 6, 2023
Hong Kong's Romantic Warrior wins $5 million Cox Plate Romantic Warrior has won the $5 million Cox Plate at The Valley, beating Mr Brightside and Alligator Blood in Australasia's weight-for-age championship. AAP · Oct 27, 2023
Bushfires one day, floods the next: why Australia can expect more ‘compound events’ Floods or fires are worrying enough, but as Gippsland has experienced this week, combined they are even more extreme, experts say The Guardian - AU · Oct 5, 2023
Jacinta Allan’s cabinet reshuffle proves she’s not just going to be a carbon copy of Daniel Andrews But that ‘has to be coupled with a more collaborative approach to cabinet from the new premier,’ one right-aligned Labor MP says The Guardian - AU · Oct 2, 2023
Brownlow Medal 2023 red carpet – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2023
Wasteful Melbourne still learning the hard way as Carlton party like it’s 1999 The Demons will wonder how they lost after dominating in the air and on the ground, and then allowing the Blues in at the death The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2023
Labor legend to be honoured for lifetime of service A state service will be held for a giant of Australia's labour movement, as politicians from both sides pay tribute to former Labor leader Simon Crean. AAP · Jul 19, 2023
Victoria pulls the pin on 2026 Commonwealth Games The 2026 Commonwealth Games slated for regional Victoria will not go ahead after the state government pulled support, saying hosting them will cost too much. AAP · Jul 17, 2023
Carlton surge halts Port's record winning streak Carlton have continued their resurgence and ended Port Adelaide's club-record winning streak at 13 games with a 50-point win at Marvel Stadium. AAP · Jul 15, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Jul 14, 2023 ‘Now it’s business’: Matildas ready for World Cup after France win, says Tony Gustavsson Coach hails ‘night to celebrate’ with 1-0 win over France, as Caitlin Foord urges fans to pump up the volume
AAP · Jul 6, 2023 Tigers edge past Swans, Nankervis faces ban Jack Graham kicked two crucial final-quarter goals to steer Richmond to a 13-point victory over Sydney, while Dustin Martin impressed on return.
AAP · Jun 13, 2023 Kai Taylor follows in mum Hayley Lewis's glory lane Like his legendary mum Hayley Lewis, Kai Taylor proved great things happen from lane eight after winning the 200m freestyle to earn a spot at the worlds.
AAP · May 22, 2023 Public service faces cuts as Vic budget handed down Treasurer Tim Pallas will hand down his ninth Victorian budget, as the state tries to pay down mounting debt without hurting families.
AAP · May 22, 2023 Unpleasant budget looms as Victoria eyes soaring debt There are not many pleasant ways for Victoria to bring its perilous financial position under control ahead of the state budget, a leading economist says.
ABC News · May 12, 2023 Victorian Liberal MPs vote to expel Moira Deeming after stoush with leader John Pesutto Rebel Victorian MP Moira Deeming has been expelled from the parliamentary Liberal Party after a meeting of MPs this morning, with Renee Heath ditched as partyroom secretary.
The Guardian - AU · May 1, 2023 Safety first as Andrew Dillon from the office next door wins AFL’s global CEO search By picking the company man backed by the outgoing Gillon McLachlan the league knows exactly what it’s getting
The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023 Afternoon Update: Lowe responds to RBA shake-up; rare solar eclipse in images; and K-pop star dies at 25 RBA governor welcomes review of central bank as treasurer announces all 51 recommendations will be implemented
AAP · Apr 17, 2023 Man admits to choking murder of estranged wife A Melbourne man has admitted to the murder of his estranged wife on the morning a jury was to be empanelled for his Supreme Court trial.
AAP · Apr 10, 2023 Stawell Gift wins for Tarrant and Pasquali Teenagers Ryan Tarrant and Bella Pasquali have triumphed in the men's and women's Stawell Gift finals.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 10, 2023 Six of the best: the new talent given a chance to stake Wallabies claim Eddie Jones oversees his first camp this week with several new faces hoping to make an impression in a Rugby World Cup year