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Shoplifting gang busted as retailers face rising thefts

A peak retail group welcomes the efforts of police in dismantling a major theft syndicate, but warns more action is needed to curb the retail crime rate.

AAP

Ending greyhound racing could save taxpayers $450m

A state will fork out almost half a billion dollars in subsidies for the greyhound racing industry over the next decade, budget office analysis shows.

AAP

Victoria could save nearly $500m over 10 years by scrapping greyhound racing, estimates show

Exclusive: Parliamentary Budget Office analysis shows any loss of revenue from betting would be offset by lower government spending

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Shark-like prehistoric whale with razor-sharp teeth discovered off Australia

Region was was once a cradle for some of the most unusual whales in history, scientists say

The Independent UK

A cornucopia of tiny, bizarre whales used to live in Australian waters – here’s one of them

Australia is home to a unique bunch of native land mammals, such as koalas, wombats and wallabies. These furballs evolved in isolation on this island continent and have become Australian symbols.

The Conversation

‘Deceptively cute’ ancient whale with razor-sharp teeth and eyes the size of tennis balls discovered in Australia

Scientist says new species described from 25-million-year-old fossil found in Victoria ‘was a gnarly whale I wouldn’t want to get in the water with’

The Guardian - AU

Victoria’s new anti-protest laws to be watered down amid pushback from human rights groups and unions

Exclusive: Plans for ban on ‘face coverings’ at protests, with fines of up to $2,000, have been scaled back, sources say

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Decade-high overdose deaths a 'preventable crisis'

Health advocates warn a state is facing a preventable crisis after drug overdose deaths, driven in part by illicit drugs, reached a 10-year high.

AAP

Fiery meteor sighting leaves onlookers in awe across Australia

A meteor caused widespread awe across Australia as people across the state of Victoria captured it falling to earth.

The Independent UK

Meteor explodes in fireball and sonic boom over Australia

Sonic bloom rattles houses in Victoria

The Independent UK

‘My house and the earth shook visibly’: blazing meteor thrills residents in central Victoria

Some people described an extremely bright fireball and a loud sound as the object passed overhead in night sky

The Guardian - AU

Triple whammy: how 3 types of drought crippled southern Australia this year

Soaking mid-winter rains have brought some relief to drought-stricken farms and rural towns across southern Australia, but the crisis is not over yet.

The Conversation

As thinness is idolised, eating disorders can go dangerously overlooked. Will Victoria’s new approach save lives?

Two programs – one a world first – aim to change how the health system treats a deadly yet neglected mental health condition

The Guardian - AU

Nearly 300 Melbourne Food Delivery Riders Fined Amid VIC Police Crackdown

Nearly 300 fines have been issued to food delivery riders across Melbourne in recent weeks by Victoria Police.

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BYDFi Card Officially Launches: One Card to Seamlessly Bridge Web3 Assets and Real-World Spending

Victoria, Seychelles, August 7th, 2025, Chainwire

AAP

PM backs working from home laws amid 'stunt' claims

The prime minister has swung his support behind a state's legal work-from-home push as an expert details how officials could move forward with the plan.

The Independent UK

Tesco launches limited-edition birthday cake sandwich inspired by Victoria sponge: ‘Get it while you can’

The sandwich contains full-fat soft cheese, strawbery jam, sprinkles and vanilla frosting

The Guardian - AU

Victoria police criticised for Gaza protest tactics while thousands marched ‘freely’ in Sydney

Organiser claims riot gear and bridge blockade part of ‘display of force’ against civilians as Victorian premier backs police response

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Palestinian statehood vote at Victorian Labor conference heaps more pressure on PM

Labor Friends of Palestine’s motion also called on federal government to extend sanctions to all members of Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet

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RHOBH Stars Are Apparently Heading To Melbourne For A Cast Trip Later This Month

If they don’t eat a Bunnings sausage sizzle, I STG.

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Melbourne man charged with child abuse offences after images allegedly displayed during university lecture

Victoria police allege inappropriate images were inadvertently displayed during a university lecture in Melbourne CBD in February

AAP

Rare World War I Victoria Cross sold for half a million

The owner of a Victoria Cross medal honouring a soldier for his bravery on the WWI front lines has made a substantial profit.

The Guardian - AU

On issues from Aukus to recognising Palestine, Victorian Labor’s base is determined to be heard

At the party’s state conference this weekend, members and unions will have their say. The question then becomes whether governments – federal and state – will listen

Evening Standard

Tube misery latest: Piccadilly line dubbed 'Purgatory line' after hundreds of trains suspended

Poor performance of key line to Heathrow revealed - with reliabilty worse than Victoria, Northern, Jubilee and Central lines

Evening Standard

Racist jailed for Victoria Station knife attack on commuter after Circle Line row

Christopher Patricks admitted the knife attack at Victoria Station

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