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Consumer watchdogs are granting egg producers leniency on free-range labeling rules as farmers lock up flocks to prevent H5 bird flu outbreaks. However, local egg producers are calling for clearer shelf signs and temporary stickers to maintain shopper trust.
A growing group of former students is preparing legal action against Melbourne's Fitzroy Community School following severe allegations of historical sexual misconduct. Victoria Police are currently investigating multiple claims spanning several decades at the controversial alternative school.
A 68-year-old Heidelberg West man remains in critical condition after attempting to prevent his car from being stolen on Saturday night. Local residents rushed to his aid and performed emergency CPR before paramedics arrived, while police continue their search for the stolen vehicle.
Police are searching for two suspects following an alleged violent assault on a fire protector at Melbourne's Camp Sovereignty over the weekend. The incident marks the second attack on the sacred First Nations site in Kings Domain within the past year.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll says he is prepared to give evidence at the upcoming royal commission into Big Build corruption. The announcement comes amidst a fierce debate with the opposition over the inquiry's scope and witness list.
Army veteran Warren Pickering has been announced as One Nation's Victorian state leader for the upcoming November election. The party is launching a major campaign effort across the state, aiming to challenge the major parties in both houses of parliament.
Mordialloc MP Tim Richardson has officially joined the Victorian Cabinet following a swift caucus meeting on Thursday. Premier Ben Carroll opted to fill just a single frontbench vacancy as the government streamlines its ministry ahead of the November state election.
The Adelaide Crows have launched into the AFL top four following a dominant 72-point victory over the Essendon Bombers at Docklands Stadium. Meanwhile, Melbourne bolstered its finals campaign by outlasting the Gold Coast Suns in a nine-point thriller at Carrara.
Richmond defender Luke Trainor has been hit with a one-game suspension for striking West Coast's Jack Williams during Sunday's clash at the MCG. The decision leaves the Tigers short of key defensive cover ahead of their trip to face Adelaide.
Wayne Bennett slammed his side's costly mistakes following South Sydney's defeat to Cronulla, while Parramatta snatched a dramatic late victory over the Wests Tigers. Meanwhile, the Brisbane Broncos continued their dominant run during the NRLW Magic Round.
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