Flood threat persists as weather forecast offers relief The flood threat continues for some Victorian communities but there are no more major rain events forecast in coming days, as towns focus on recovery. AAP · Jan 10, 2024
Vic faces wettest January days as floodwaters shift Victoria's first nine days of 2024 have broken January records dating back more than 120 years as floodwaters continue to flow, impacting communities. AAP · Jan 9, 2024
Floods swamp towns as kayaker found safe and well Crews have found the owner of an empty kayak seen floating down a river as support arrives for communities impacted by floods. AAP · Jan 8, 2024
Victorians warned to bunker down for more summer storms Thunderstorms influenced by tropical humidity could dump as much as 200mm of rain on parts of Victoria as the state braces for widespread flooding. AAP · Jan 6, 2024
Cost of living relief on table but cash handouts vetoed Finely-tuned government assistance could be on its way for households struggling under cost of living pressures, the prime minister says. AAP · Jan 2, 2024
Aussies welcome 2024 in firework spectacular Across Australia, revellers farewelled 2023 and welcomed 2024 with a stunning array of New Year's Eve events, shows and fireworks. AAP · Dec 30, 2023
Protesters storm the stage at Carols by Candlelight Protesters have failed to dampen the spirits of thousands of people who sang along with big-name performers at Melbourne's traditional Carols by Candlelight. AAP · Dec 24, 2023
Turning down IPL riches has helped Starc's Test career Mitchell Starc has given up potentially more than $10 million by skipping the Indian Premier League for years but the star Australian quick has no regrets. AAP · Dec 24, 2023
Melbourne-bound Matildas have eyes on Olympic medal A first Olympic medal is on the radar for the Matildas, who will face Uzbekistan in Melbourne on February 28 to decide which nation qualifies for Paris. AAP · Dec 18, 2023
Police pay-fight action may let off speeding drivers Policing of the Australian Open could change and most speeding drivers would escape penalties if police union members vote to step up industrial action. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Dwindling duck numbers 'demand hunting ban' Leading animal advocates have renewed calls for a duck hunting ban in Victoria, saying survey data only adds to evidence in favour of abolishing the sport. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Task force to tackle record emergency wait times The increasing number of people attending under-pressure NSW hospital emergency departments has led to record waits for care. AAP · Dec 5, 2023
'Continue to resist': National rallies demand ceasefire For the eighth week in a row, supporters for a free Palestine marched through Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane on Sunday, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. AAP · Dec 3, 2023
Australian arms exports to Israel in focus amid court case, port protests Legal action and protests at Australian ports put spotlight on Australian weapons exports to Israel. Al Jazeera · Nov 10, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Sep 6, 2023 ‘It’s happening’: beloved Melbourne music venue the Tote finally saved by community campaign New owners confirm sale after $3m crowdfunding campaign, with venue to be placed in trust for future generations
The Guardian - AU · Aug 17, 2023 Australian War Memorial researchers identify 285 Indigenous servicemen who fought in the Vietnam war A national ceremony in Canberra will mark the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the war
The Guardian - AU · Jul 18, 2023 Afternoon Update: sport organisations condemn Commonwealth Games axing; Rome braces for record heat; and 2007 iPhone sells for $279,000 Premier Daniel Andrews has cited a cost blowout to $7bn as the main reason for pulling the event
AAP · Jul 6, 2023 Refugee hotel detention lawful but lacks humanity Australia's use of hotels as makeshift detention centres for asylum seekers and refugees awaiting medical treatment is lawful but lacks humanity, a court finds.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 16, 2023 Labor announces $2bn for ‘thousands’ of new social rental homes and passes motion to make housing a human right Prime minister Anthony Albanese also lambasts Greens over Senate stalemate, saying they are ‘happy to promise the world, while organising a petition against every new apartment building’
ABC News · May 13, 2023 Federal government labels neo-Nazis 'political lunatics' following violent clash at anti-immigration rally Police use pepper spray to contain violence between neo-Nazi and anti-fascist protesters outside Victorian Parliament on Saturday afternoon.
The Guardian - AU · May 12, 2023 Victorian Liberals say Moira Deeming is a symptom of a much bigger problem It was a small group of people who secured the MP’s entry to parliament. Insiders believe that represents an existential issue
The Guardian - AU · May 4, 2023 Afternoon Update: Victorian Liberal row escalates; Indigenous leaders demand royal apology; and NAB profit surges Suspended Victorian Liberal MP Moira Deeming threatens her party leader John Pesutto with legal action
AAP · Apr 16, 2023 Health groups hit out at millions in flagged cuts Community health groups have hit out at proposed funding cuts to preventative programs in Victoria but the government says it's reducing funding "double ups".
The Guardian - AU · Mar 27, 2023 ‘Not off to a good start’: John Pesutto criticises Moira Deeming over tweet following her suspension Suspended Liberal MP appears to contradict claims she made ‘important concessions’ to avoid party room expulsion
The Guardian - AU · Jan 26, 2023 Thousands attend Invasion Day rallies on Australia’s national holiday as colonisation debate rages With Australia increasingly uneasy about celebrating its national day, recognition of Indigenous people in the constitution has become a new flashpoint