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Brad Battin blasts Allan government over unfinished crime bill: “An absolute joke”

Victorian Opposition Leader Brad Battin has unleashed a fierce attack on Premier Jacinta Allan and her government, accusing Labor of misleading Victorians over its promised “Adult Time for Violent Crime” reforms, which he claimed were not even fully written. Speaking earlier today,…

12 November, 2025

VICTORIA

Melbourne median house price decreases further

Melbourne’s housing market has experienced a continued downturn, with median house values dropping for the fifth consecutive month. As of the latest PropTrack Home Price Index, the median house value in the city stands at $914,000, which is $16,000 lower than a…

2 September, 2024

VICTORIA

Millions to repair or demolish …

The $40 million building purchased by the state government to establish a CBD injecting room is now in a state of disrepair and uninhabitable. The Herald Sun has learned that the former Yooralla building, acquired in 2021 for $40.3 million, requires extensive…

2 September, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Lawyers examining the Suburban Rail Loop project

Lawyers are currently evaluating the financial implications of altering contracts related to the Suburban Rail Loop project, according to government sources. The Allan government has engaged legal experts to weigh the pros and cons of continuing with the $30-34.5 billion project versus…

29 August, 2024

SPORTS·VICTORIA

Victoria is vying to host the 2030 Gay Games

Melbourne has been shortlisted as one of seven cities vying to host the 2030 Gay Games, the world’s largest LGBTQ+ sports and culture event. This follows the state’s controversial exit from the 2026 Commonwealth Games, which Premier Daniel Andrews abandoned last July…

28 August, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Victoria’s Fiscal Quandary: A call for transparency and strategic reassessment

The Allan government in Victoria is grappling with a complex and contentious issue: the intersection of secret financial assessments and the future of the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) project. Recent revelations have shed light on a secret credit assessment commissioned by Treasurer Tim…

28 August, 2024

VICTORIA

Traders on Melbourne’s Elizabeth Street are opting not to work after dark due to growing safety concerns

Traders on Melbourne’s Elizabeth Street are increasingly refusing to work after dark due to safety concerns amid a surge in crime. Retail and fast-food workers report that ongoing theft, assault, and anti-social behaviour are making the area too dangerous for evening shifts.…

27 August, 2024

VICTORIA

Attorney general places CFMEU into administration

The attorney general, Mark Dreyfus, has released a statement confirming the construction and general division of the CFMEU and all of its branches – including the Western Australian and ACT branches – would be placed into administration. Dreyfus said he “decided it…

23 August, 2024

VICTORIA

Severe weather warning for strong winds north of Melbourne

A severe weather warning for damaging wings has been issued for parts of Victoria from this evening, with a trough forecast to cross Victoria tomorrow morning. Locations which may be affected include Mt Dandenong, Apollo Bay, Yarra Glen, Bacchus Marsh, Dargo, Gelantipy,…

23 August, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Coalition secures CFMEU’s placement under administration

The CFMEU is set to be placed into administration following an agreement between the Coalition and the federal government on new legislation targeting the controversial construction union. The Coalition has pledged to support the bill, which will enforce a three-year administration period…

20 August, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Victoria’s fiscal missteps: A call for sensible governance

Victoria’s Treasurer Tim Pallas has recently hinted at the possibility of new or increased taxes to cover a $1.5 billion top-up for the state’s hospitals, despite already taxing businesses and households to their limits. This stance not only reveals a concerning lack…

20 August, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Victoria to restrict “silencing of victims” in workplace sexual harassment cases

Victoria is set to implement ground-breaking restrictions on the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases of workplace sexual harassment. Announced by the Allan government on Monday, this initiative represents a significant step toward addressing the misuse of NDAs, which have been…

12 August, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Melbourne: Australia’s most expensive city for travel

Melbourne has become the most expensive city in Australia for transportation, with average annual costs for households reaching $29,546. This surge is driven by rising insurance and fuel prices, straining family budgets. The Australian Automobile Association’s latest report shows that transport costs…

9 August, 2024

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VICTORIA- Page 17

Brad Battin blasts Allan government over unfinished crime bill: “An absolute joke”

Melbourne median house price decreases further

Millions to repair or demolish …

Lawyers examining the Suburban Rail Loop project

Victoria is vying to host the 2030 Gay Games

Victoria’s Fiscal Quandary: A call for transparency and strategic reassessment

Traders on Melbourne’s Elizabeth Street are opting not to work after dark due to growing safety concerns

Attorney general places CFMEU into administration

Severe weather warning for strong winds north of Melbourne

Coalition secures CFMEU’s placement under administration

Victoria’s fiscal missteps: A call for sensible governance

Victoria to restrict “silencing of victims” in workplace sexual harassment cases

Melbourne: Australia’s most expensive city for travel

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