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Liberals pledge tougher laws on police pursuits as Victoria crime rates surge

Victoria’s Opposition has unveiled a major law-and-order policy targeting dangerous police pursuits, pledging tougher penalties for offenders and stronger legal protections for police officers. Opposition Leader Jess Wilson announced the proposal as part of the Liberals and Nationals’ election platform, warning that…

8 April, 2026

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House destroyed after sliding down steep hill during apparent landslide in Victoria

One person has been hospitalised after a home was destroyed during an apparent landslide in Victoria today. Emergency services were called to an address on View Point Road in McCrae in the Mornington Peninsula about 8.45am today following reports of a landslide.…

14 January, 2025

OPINION·VICTORIA

Victoria’s Policing Crisis: A strained force struggles to keep up with rising Youth Crime

Victoria’s police force is facing a crisis in resource allocation, with dire consequences for public safety. Recently, it has been revealed that the air wing, a critical resource in high-speed car chases and pursuits of young criminals, is now being reserved for “life…

31 December, 2024

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Liberal crisis deepens as Pesutto reverses course on Moira Deeming’s readmission

The Victorian Liberal Party is embroiled in turmoil as opposition leader John Pesutto faces mounting pressure. The Liberal crisis deepens as Pesutto reverses course on Moira Deeming’s readmission, evident both from within his ranks and from the legal fallout of his defamation…

22 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Pesutto triumphs in vote to keep Moira Deeming expelled from Liberal party room

Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto has secured a decisive victory after Liberal MPs voted to keep Moira Deeming expelled from the party room. In a civilised meeting this morning, MPs gathered to vote on whether Deeming, who was expelled in May 2023…

20 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Pesutto’s leadership under no threat

More than a third of the Liberal Party room is expected to support the return of ousted MP Moira Deeming, following her defamation lawsuit win against Leader John Pesutto. However, MPs are rallying behind Pesutto, stressing that the upcoming vote will not…

18 December, 2024

POLITICS·VICTORIA

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas announces retirement from politics

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has announced his decision to retire from politics, marking the end of a distinguished career spanning nearly two decades. Pallas, the longest-serving standalone Treasurer in Victoria’s history, described his tenure as a “great honour and privilege” and said…

16 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Pesutto: I will continue to fight for the future of Victorians

Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto has lost his legal battle against former Liberal MP Moira Deeming, with a judge ruling that he defamed her. The decision, handed down by Justice David O’Callaghan in the Federal Court this morning, followed a three-and-a-half-week trial…

12 December, 2024

COMMUNITY·VICTORIA

Former Victorian Premier and philhellene Jeff Kennett honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award by Pan-Macedonian Association

Former Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett has been awarded the Pan-Macedonian Association of Melbourne and Victoria’s prestigious “Alexander The Great Award” for Lifetime Achievement, in recognition of his enduring contributions to Hellenism and the Macedonian cause. The award, presented in a special ceremony on…

11 December, 2024

3XY Radio Hellas·AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

Exclusive: John Pesutto on 3XY – “We must stop Victoria’s financial bleeding”

A Vision for Change and a Better Future for All Victorians In a candid and revealing interview to 3XY Radio Hellas’ John Paganis, John Pesutto, the Leader of the Opposition in Victoria, spoke about the challenges facing the state, his personal journey,…

9 December, 2024

COMMUNITY·VICTORIA

Multicultural Awards: Celebrating Victoria’s multicultural excellence, achievement and impact

The Allan Labor Government, in collaboration with the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC), celebrated the remarkable efforts of individuals and organisations that contribute to a united and inclusive Victoria. Premier Jacinta Allan, Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ingrid Stitt, and VMC Chairperson Vivienne Nguyen…

6 December, 2024

OPINION·VICTORIA

Victoria: “Worst for Business”

Victoria, once a leader in economic innovation and business growth, is now facing significant challenges that threaten its position as a hub for commerce. The latest report from the Business Council of Australia (BCA) has ranked the state “worst for business” in the…

4 December, 2024

AUSTRALIA·VICTORIA

New Victorian Anti-vilification and Social Cohesion laws

The Victorian government has unveiled the long-awaited legislation to overhaul the state’s anti-vilification laws, the culmination of which is more than five years in the making. The Justice Legislation Amendment (Anti-vilification and Social Cohesion) Bill 2024 was introduced to parliament yesterday and…

27 November, 2024

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