Apple Cider Vinegar: Blogger Belle Gibson still hasn’t faced justice Influencer Belle Gibson is yet to settle hefty fines she was ordered to pay in 2017 The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2025
Top cop warned of huge job as leadership crisis deepens A former police chief has spoken of a "herculean task" to turn the force around as internal battles and a state's fight against rising crime continues. AAP · Feb 21, 2025
Victoria to axe thousands of public service jobs as treasurer warns of ‘difficult decisions’ Independent review asked to recommend cuts to public service to reduce workforce by 5%-6% The Guardian - AU · Feb 20, 2025
Leaders condemn Islamophobic attacks, PM still silent Alleged assaults of two Muslim women at a shopping centre in separate attacks have been denounced by politicians, as Islamic groups call out double standards. AAP · Feb 18, 2025
Search for next top cop likely to drag on for months The dumping of Victoria Police boss Shane Patton has been compared to a break up over text message, as the search starts for his permanent replacement. AAP · Feb 17, 2025
Premier stands by police minister after top cop fiasco Premier Jacinta Allan has backed her police minister after the top cop was forced out after a loss of confidence from the force he led for nearly five years. AAP · Feb 16, 2025
Bogus wellness blogger Gibson still pursued over fines Fake wellness blogger Belle Gibson is now 383 weeks behind the two-week deadline to pay more than $410,000 in fines. AAP · Feb 13, 2025
Belle Gibson: Victorian authorities ‘won’t let up’ on pursuit of cancer con artist’s unpaid $410,000 fine Speaking after Netflix released Apple Cider Vinegar, Jacinta Allan says consumer watchdog is ‘constantly’ working to recover fine imposed in 2017 The Guardian - AU · Feb 13, 2025
Unis could be hit up for cash to fund costly rail loop Premier Jacinta Allan has signalled universities set to reap benefits from a $34.5 billion rail line may be asked to come to the party with funding. AAP · Feb 13, 2025
Byelections show Labor is in trouble in Victoria – but how much will Peter Dutton benefit? Is history repeating itself in Labor’s fortress state of Victoria? The Conversation · Feb 11, 2025
Jacinta Allan dismisses rail loop concerns as Labor awaits outcome of massive swing in Werribee Victorian premier denies any MPs have told her they want SRL money to be spent elsewhere after byelection battering The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2025
The weekend byelection results were close to Labor and the Greens’ worst case scenario – but it’s not all good news for the Liberals One federal Labor MP said his party’s brand has ‘taken a dive’ in Victoria The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2025
Greens concede Prahran as Werribee hangs in the balance A Liberal candidate has wrested an inner-city seat from the Greens in one of two state by-elections, as the other political contest remains too close to call. AAP · Feb 8, 2025
Ballots and barbs in by-election litmus test for Labor State Liberals hope voter frustration over living costs and crime will deliver them upsets in two by-elections being held at once in capital city suburbs. AAP · Feb 7, 2025
AAP · Feb 6, 2025 Hidden cost risks for controversial rail loop laid bare The Victorian government has been accused of a cover-up after a secret document laid out a raft of risks to delivering the controversial Suburban Rail Loop.
AAP · Feb 6, 2025 Accused criminals left to own devices in 'bail fail' A state will stop using private firms to track accused criminals on bail after dozens were left unmonitored when a provider suddenly collapsed.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2025 NFL heads to Australia with multi-year Melbourne deal confirmed from 2026 The NFL will stage a regular season game in Australia for the first time as part of a multi-year commitment to play in Melbourne from 2026
The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2025 Victorian police minister considers reintroducing bail laws abolished after Veronica Nelson’s death Indigenous woman’s mother accuses Labor of ‘trampling on our graves’ as Anthony Carbines disputes coroner’s findings
AAP · Feb 5, 2025 Disastrous dumped bail offences back 'on the table' All reforms are on the table as part of a so-called bail law review, including re-establishing offences found to disproportionately target Aboriginal people.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 4, 2025 Labor’s hasty review of Victoria’s new bail laws smacks of byelection panic Premier Jacinta Allan’s announcement highlights the government’s fear of losing the crucial western suburbs seat of Werribee – where crime is a persistent issue
AAP · Feb 4, 2025 Under-pressure government slammed for bail laws review Another overhaul of bail laws is on the cards, as a state government is accused of buckling to scare-mongering amid rising youth crime.
AAP · Feb 3, 2025 'Back to the future': mega rail line under cash cloud The potential return of a federal coalition government could spell financial ruin for a controversial rail line orbiting a major city.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 2, 2025 How two byelections could shape Labor and the Greens in Victoria Despite their differences, voters in the Werribee and Prahran byelections could hold the key for Jacinta Allan’s Labor government
AAP · Feb 1, 2025 Reckoning looms as Labor, Libs look to shake off woes A long-time state Labor government is under the pump with crucial by-elections likely to reveal the extent of voters' dissatisfaction after a turbulent summer.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 28, 2025 Properties destroyed and train line closed as bushfires ravage Victoria’s north-west House and lodge lost in fire that led to evacuations in Dimboola and Wail, while a second blaze burns near the Grampians