Victorian sex crime detectives are expected to travel to Sydney to investigate an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel. The Sydney Swans have suspended five players for the remainder of the 2026 season for breaching club standards regarding the incident.
Erin Patterson, convicted of the triple-murder of her in-laws, has begun an appeal in Victoria's highest court. Her defense claims a 'catastrophic' failure in jury sequestration, while the prosecution argues her 33-year non-parole sentence is inadequate.
The Sydney Swans AFL club is set to sanction players for a 'serious breach' of standards following a reported sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel. Victorian police are investigating the incident; no arrests or charges have been made at this time.
Victoria Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault at a Pullman Hotel in East Melbourne involving Sydney Swans players. No arrests have been made, and the club is conducting internal inquiries while cooperating with the AFL.
Victorian teachers have voted 79% in favor of a new enterprise agreement, securing pay rises of up to 32.4% over four years. The deal, which includes improved working conditions and a $2,000 bonus, averts a planned strike and makes Victorian teachers the highest-paid in Australia.
Four Sydney Swans players are linked to a Victoria Police investigation into an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel on August 17. No arrests have been made, and the AFL has delayed the announcement of its All Australian squad as inquiries continue.
Four Sydney Swans players are linked to a police investigation into an alleged assault at a Melbourne hotel, prompting the club to initiate internal sanctions and express deep concern.
The Sydney Swans AFL club announced it will sanction unnamed players for serious breaches of club standards following a reported sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel, which is currently under investigation by Victorian police.
British sailor Jeanne Socrates completed a solo, unassisted, non-stop circumnavigation at age 77 after 320 days at sea, overcoming a severe 2017 injury and multiple boat damages.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged to introduce legislation before the November caretaker mode to broaden the definition of corruption and expand Ibac's jurisdiction, alongside preparing a royal commission into the construction sector.
Sydney Swans CEO Matthew Pavlich expresses shock and disappointment as several players are involved in a Victoria Police investigation into an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel.
Entertainment figure Ralph Carr, convicted of rape and sexual assault against a former employee, is experiencing a 'living hell' and severe distress in custody, a Victorian court heard during a sentencing hearing.
Victorian teachers and education staff voted to accept a revised state government pay deal offering 28.3% to 32.4% raises over four years, ending months of bargaining and averting a planned strike.
Victoria Police is recruiting hundreds of former officers as reservists to fill administrative roles, aiming to address chronic staffing shortages and a 10 per cent jump in adult crime.
Australia's first H5 bird flu case in a little penguin has been confirmed on Phillip Island, prompting an urgent vaccination rollout for thousands of birds.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with arson, reckless conduct endangering life, and car theft after a fire caused $2 million in damage to a retail strip in inner Melbourne.
The author explores the trend of screenless wearables, citing data fatigue and minimalism as key drivers. Wearing devices like the Fitbit Air, Garmin Cirqa, Oura Ring 5, and Dexcom G7, they found the lack of notifications glorious. This shift reflects a desire for less intrusive, more intentional health tracking, aligning with broader 'quiet luxury' lifestyle trends.
A Ballarat man, Lachlan Young, is on trial accused of raping a 16-year-old girl in February 2024. He has pleaded not guilty to one count of rape, while his defence questions the complainant's credibility.
Clifford Wilby, 63, found guilty of harassing Labour MP Stella Creasy on a London Tube train by blocking her exit and behaving abusively over her MP duties.
Andrew Brien, 56, granted bail despite facing 7 charges for allegedly driving into two 12-year-old boys in Mildura, causing severe injuries, with the court citing a likely lengthy delay before trial.
A Victorian coroner investigating a 2022 off-road racing crash that killed Gerald Hoekstra and Ede Taric recommends mandatory plumbed-in fire extinguishers and self-extrication testing for competitors.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll announced a ban on suppression orders for convicted rapists, aiming to close legal loopholes used by high-profile defendants to hide their identities.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has delayed the state's promised work-from-home legislation to July next year following intensive lobbying by business groups, a move that contrasts with his predecessor Jacinta Allan's approach and draws criticism from the opposition.
Victorian teachers and education staff are voting on a new government pay offer that includes wage increases, a $2,000 signing bonus, and workload limits, potentially averting a planned statewide strike on August 19.
