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As Richmond faces the prospect of its worst three-year stretch in club history, the board is holding firm on coach Adem Yze. We examine whether the Tigers can replicate their past patience to build another AFL dynasty.
A federal inquiry into racism has heard harrowing testimonies from prominent media figures and elite athletes detailing severe harassment, doxxing, and structural failures. Witnesses warned that systemic racism is silencing First Nations voices across both the media landscape and national sporting institutions.
A group of western Victorian landowners have been slapped with fines for blocking energy officials from their properties. The penalties have sparked outrage among local farmers who vow to fight the state government in court over property rights.
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.
A deep dive into social media monetization has revealed Meta is funneling money to controversial Australian figures, including white nationalists and anti-vaccine activists. Despite strict corporate guidelines, these accounts are successfully turning online outrage into a steady revenue stream.
Rising fuel costs are forcing regional Victorian taxi drivers to work maximum legal hours just to cover basic living expenses. While drivers face immense pressure, fuel distributors assure that supply levels remain stable despite localized panic buying.
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 local coronial inquest has wrapped up after investigating the tragic death of 46-year-old Kate Manley at Albury Hospital. The inquiry heard how a five-hour transfer delay and complex cross-border administrative systems may have contributed to her fatal pulmonary embolism.
A comprehensive review published in The BMJ reveals that occupational pesticide exposure could increase the risk of developing ALS by up to 70 percent, particularly among male workers. While farming advocates emphasize the necessity of these chemicals, health experts are calling for more targeted research.
An 18-month-old Busselton boy is preparing for an emotional return home to Western Australia following a successful heart transplant in Melbourne. After tragically losing their firstborn son to the same heart condition, the Forster family is celebrating a miraculous second chance.
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