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The drought in southern Australia is not over – it just looks that way

How often do you mow your lawn in winter? That may seem like an odd way to start a conversation about drought. But the answer helps explain why our current drought has not broken, despite recent rain – and why spring lamb may be more expensive this year.

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‘I come to save the system’: why Melbourne tower residents fear for the future of public housing

Victorian government plan to redevelop 44 estates described as ‘foolish’ and ‘insulting’ by locals at first hearing of parliamentary inquiry

The Guardian - AU

Farmer fury over rare earths mine approval

A newly-approved rare earths mine has drawn the ire of farmers, who say the US-backed miner and the state government have failed to property consult community.

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Yes, Victoria’s efforts to wean households off gas have been dialled back. But it’s still real progress

On the question of gas, Victoria’s government faces pressure from many directions.

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Bad news for Melbourne clubs as Dockers lock away star

Murphy Reid is already taking the AFL by storm, and Victorian clubs hoping to lure him home have been delivered a dose of bad news.

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Australia’s east coast to shiver through cold nights as forecast warns of damaging winds

Bureau forecasts below-average temperatures and frost in Victoria, NSW and inland Queensland, with snow and damaging winds expected in some areas

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Don’t believe the hype: Victorian government deserves credit for not buckling to aggressive pro-gas campaign

Australia’s most gas-reliant state takes a significant step to move households and businesses away from fossil fuels and cut energy bills

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Burst of warm weather predicted for Australia’s east before cold front brings wet and windy conditions in week ahead

Temperatures across South Australia, Victoria and NSW are set to warm up but northerly winds will bring the chill later in the week

The Guardian - AU

Victoria’s Liberals saved John Pesutto from bankruptcy. But can they save themselves from all-out war?

Since Moira Deeming won a defamation case against the former leader, internal strife has intensified. Now a loan to Pesutto by the party threatens to rip it apart

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New Victorian laws will help combat hate speech, but there is still some way to go

Victoria’s landmark anti-vilification laws are a significant step forward for LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities and anyone discriminated against because of their sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

The Conversation

You be the judge: should my colleague stop bringing cakes into the office?

Amina says the constant influx of baked goods is too much. Ruby says she’s just trying to bring joy to the workplace. You decide who should bake off

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Victoria’s crime rate surges with young offenders contributing to record arrests

The state’s offence rate has increased by 15%, with cost-of-living pressures linked to a rise in theft

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Walk for truth: hundreds of people join 486km trek from Portland to Melbourne for reconciliation

Yoorrook Justice commissioner walked from the site of first settlement in Victoria to state parliament to promote truth-telling about Australian history

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Permanent Pill Testing Site Announced For Melb After Successful Music Festival Trials

Victoria's first permanent pill testing centre is set to open within weeks in Melbourne.

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Victoria Police Are Investigating After A Woman’s Body Was Found In The Yarra River

The body of an unidentified woman has been found in the Yarra River near Warburton, some 75 kilometres east of Melbourne.

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‘How the hell is that fair?’ Australian dairy farmers say milk price offer won’t cover rising costs

Almost half of dairy farmers are battling drought or floods, and feed costs are rising – but the price of milk is lower than it was two years ago

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Investigation Underway Into Alleged Racial Abuse At Melbourne Soccer Match

An investigation is underway following allegations of players in Victoria's top football league being racially vilified by some spectators at a match in Melbourne.

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Gobbo's ongoing punishment after police lawsuit fails

Double-crossing gangland barrister Nicola Gobbo will consider appealing a judgment dismissing her claim that police risked her safety when her cover was blown.

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