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Banning straws might be good for the planet – but bad for people with disability or swallowing problems. What is 'eco-ableism'?

This month, Victoria became the latest Australian state to ban single-use plastics, including straws. While this is a win for the environment and marine life, it will come at a price for social inclusion.

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Shane Warne's will revealed as cricket legend leaves behind incredible £12m fortune

Shane Warne tragically passed away in March last year at the age of just 52 after suffering a heart attack while on holiday in Thailand and details of his will have now been released by the Supreme Court in Victoria

Daily Mirror

Insect blamed for mystery surge in 'life-changing' condition that alters eye colour

People in the state of Victoria in Australia have been advised to wear sunglasses outside after a tiny insect was blamed for a surge in cases of 'Christmas Eye' - that cause people's eyes to change colour

Daily Mirror

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Trial of former Melbourne principal Malka Leifer begins in County Court of Victoria

A Victorian court hears allegations school principal Malka Leifer told a former student "this will help you for your wedding night" while allegedly sexually assaulting her at a school camp. Warning: This story contains details of allegations of sexual abuse.

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Spinner Murphy in line for Test debut in India

After playing just seven first-class matches, Victorian offspinner Todd Murphy is in line to be handed a dream debut in Australia's first Test against India.

AAP

Academic encourages Victorian government to follow NSW election promises for cashless pokies

New South Wales' election promises to introduce cashless pokies wins the praise of a Victorian academic, who says the approach may prevent problem gambling and crime, and wants it introduced in his home state.

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Tourist granted bail over crash that killed four

Indian national Harinder Singh has been granted bail over a crash that killed four people in Victoria's north, after his sister offered up her home as a surety.

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Brumby cull to continue, animal advocates mull appeal

A controversial brumby cull in the Victorian high country is free to continue after a failed legal bid to outlaw the practice.

AAP

Victorian courts plagued by delays as tens of thousands of criminal cases wait to be heard

Just one new magistrate was appointed in Victoria this financial year despite fresh data showing the state's courts have the largest backlogs in the country, with tens of thousands of criminal cases waiting to be heard.

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Landsec starts major office refurbishment project in London’s Victoria

Landsec has commenced the refurbishment of Portland House in London’s Victoria

Evening Standard

The world’s most romantic hotels and luxury rooms for Valentine’s Day 2023

From a luxe penthouse suite in Rome to a discreet cabin in the New Forest, these are the dreamiest boltholes to book with your beloved

The Independent UK

Surfers save hundreds of people from drowning at beaches each year in Victoria, study finds

Inverloch surfer Max Wells has rescued several people from the water since he started surfing and a new study has proven he's not alone.

ABC News

Property prices, investor decline tipped for regional Victoria as interest rates rise

When Emily and Jimmy Black bought their first home in September 2020, their mortgage repayments were tough but manageable. Fast forward less than two years and things are looking very different.

ABC News

Nippon Paper Group to make a decision about the future of Australian white paper tomorrow

Australia's sole office paper manufacturing could cease operations if its foreign owners decide to permanently shut its Latrobe Valley white paper mill line. Tomorrow's decision could affect up to 200 workers and comes after a halt in operations in native timber logging in Victoria.

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Victoria records highest number of annual suicides since 2000 amid fears of national trend

Data collected by the state coroners court shows 756 suicides occurred in Victoria in 2022, up 9% from 2021

AAP

Premier rejects fears over luring child protection boss

South Australia can compete with other jurisdictions in the hunt for a new child protection boss, Premier Peter Malinauskas says.

ABC News

Toddler airlifted in serious condition after near drowning at Pine Lodge

A toddler is in a serious condition after being rescued from an irrigation channel in northern Victoria this morning.

AAP

'Troubling' increase in Victorian deaths by suicide

The Victorian coroners court has released its latest suicide data report, showing a significant rise in the number of people taking their own lives.

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Number of deaths by suicide rose in Victoria last year, Coroners Court of Victoria data shows

Victoria's state coroner documents a "troubling" increase in the number of deaths by suicide last year — the highest figure since official records began in 2000.

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State school abuse victims included in Vic apology

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews will meet with survivors of historic child sexual abuse at public schools, ahead of making a formal apology to parliament.

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Victoria's historical Mount Buffalo Chalet stands dormant as fresh attempt to revitalise it fails

Victoria's historical Mount Buffalo chalet stands dormant as the latest attempt to partially reopen the mammoth building comes to nothing.

AAP

Lord's Prayer could be dumped from Victorian parliament

Pressure is mounting on the Victorian government to scrap state parliament's 105-year tradition of opening each sitting day with the Lord's Prayer.

ABC News

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews set to formally apologise to child sexual abuse survivors in parliament

The apology will include all forms of abuse in institutional settings, with the premier also expected to meet with survivors who attended Beaumaris Primary School, where a number of students were abused by teachers in the 1970s.

Evening Standard

The best Sunday lunches within an hour of London

Want to escape to the country for Sunday strolls and a hearty roast but can’t stray too far from the city? Martha Alexander tries and tests the best pubs less than an hour from the capital

ABC News

Remembrance Parks Central Victoria CEO stood down over gravesite decoration removals

The chief executive of a Bendigo cemetery is stood down following community protest over the removal of gravesite decorations and mementos, but some say the board should be sacked too.

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