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Australians have come together to show their support for independent MP Helen Haines, four days after she was struck by a car outside her electorate office in Victoria's north-east. The movement, which was shared widely on social media, invited people to light a candle at 8pm AEDT as a gesture of community peace and solidarity.
A forum in Warrnambool gave locals a chance to ask questions of former politicians and staffers about the behind-the-scenes business of politics. The event was organised by the Good Company Collective, a south-west Victorian women-led networking group.
A six-storey apartment development has been proposed for the Melbourne suburb of Armadale, sparking concerns from residents about the changing character of their neighbourhood. The development is part of the state's new "deemed to comply" planning rules, which have drawn fierce opposition from residents and councils.
A reported rift between Brendan Nugent and his family is being investigated as a possible motive for his alleged attack on federal MP Helen Haines. Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush has confirmed that every line of inquiry is open in the investigation.
A Melbourne couple has transformed their small balcony into a thriving outdoor room, complete with edible plants, greenery, and distinct zones for everyday living. The 11-square-metre space in Richmond has been turned into a lush oasis, perfect for relaxing, cooking, and entertaining.
Police have arrested 29 people in connection with two illegal casinos operating in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, as part of a broader investigation into alleged drug manufacturing and trafficking. The arrests were made after detectives executed search warrants in several suburbs, seizing a range of items including weapons, cash, and illicit drugs.
Advocates are calling for greater transparency and data collection on youth suicides in out-of-home care, citing concerns that current gaps in information are hindering prevention efforts. Children in care are more than three times as likely to attempt suicide compared to those not in the care system.
NEXTDC's shares fell 42 per cent in a single day after the company revealed delays in getting power to a proposed expansion of its data centre in Melbourne's inner-west. The incident has highlighted investor doubts over the artificial intelligence boom.
The cost of delivering Snowy 2.0 has doubled since the last estimate, with the project now expected to become fully operational a year later than expected. The project's timeline has been pushed back, with first power expected in early 2029 and the project to be fully operational later that year.
Vodafone's parent company has accused Aussie Broadband of being involved in almost all scam calls made to its customers over a one-year period. The company is calling for urgent action to stop the scam calls at the source.
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