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The family of 71-year-old Peter "Tiki" Mason, who died after his motorcycle reportedly struck a pothole on a regional Victorian highway, is heartbroken at the "sudden and devastating loss". The family has released a statement asking that Mr Mason's death not be used to promote "political agendas".
Brisbane remains the most profitable capital city for property sellers in Australia, with a median profit of $525,000. However, national resale profits have declined, with 20.8 per cent of Melbourne units sold at a loss.
Australia has suspended imports of fresh pomelo fruit from Vietnam due to biosecurity concerns. The six-month suspension comes after the identification of exotic pest and disease symptoms on some imported consignments.
Australia's $650 million apple industry is facing a potential economic and biosecurity crisis as the US prepares to export its apples to the Australian market. Industry leaders are urging the government to take action to protect local growers and prevent the introduction of diseases such as fire blight.
Coyote vs. Acme, a Looney Tunes spin-off, has finally made its way to the big screen after being left for dead. The film's journey was marked by controversy and public outcry after Warner Bros initially shelved it as a tax write-off.
Kylie Minogue's gold hotpants are among the treasures on display in a new exhibition celebrating 50 years of the Australian Performing Arts Collection. The collection features over 875,000 items from Australian circus, dance, music, opera, and theatre performances.
Tickets for Radiohead go on sale this week, sparking a ticketing frenzy that promises to rival that of some of the biggest names in music. The band will play their first Australian shows in 15 years in May 2027.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged to grant police expanded powers to stop and search individuals in public if Labor is re-elected, in a bid to crack down on knife crime. The commitment would see Victoria Police receive 1,200 extra handheld metal-detecting wands to use on anyone in a public place from early next year.
Victoria's Premier has ordered an immediate cost review of the $1.5 billion Western Renewables Link project, a contentious transmission line project that has sparked significant community opposition. The review aims to reduce building costs and ensure transparent costings for Victorian consumers.
A friend of a Ballarat motorcyclist who died in a crash on the Western Highway at the weekend has accused the Victorian government of having "blood on its hands". The government is facing criticism over the condition of the state's roads, with many calling for urgent action to fix the potholes.
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