News

Well, mostly Labor, the Libs and one or two from Family First. Labor is lucky. Being in power they can try to disguise their election propaganda as news. But while the spin doctors are busy I don't think they realise not all good news is created equal. And there is sometimes some more spinning that can be done.

Brendan Hehir was running The Blackwood Times when the storm of June 2021 decimated the region, so, naturally he started reporting on it. Taking photos, getting stories from affected community members.

More than 500 public land management staff and volunteers have increased their knowledge of H5 bird flu to help strengthen the response across Victoria.

The Inspector-General of Water Compliance, the Hon. Troy Grant, has announced an inquiry into how non-urban water take is measured across the Murray-Darling Basin. This is the Inspector-General's second inquiry, following the inquiry into the Northern Basin Toolkit.

Minister for Mental Health Ingrid Stitt thas officially opened the Maroondah Mental Health and Wellbeing Local site in Ringwood. 

Victoria remains Australia’s leading dairy exporter, and we’re ensuring that continues through a new partnership.

Testing has returned a negative result for H5 bird flu at Mud Islands in Port Phillip Bay, after aerial surveillance identified a small number of dead pelicans.

Teachers, principals and support staff have just voted – overwhelmingly – to support a pay rise that recognises it.

The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) welcomes the Parliament of Victoria’s Electoral Matters Committee report from its inquiry into voting centre accessibility.

The right to work from home in law, with world-first legislation, is supporting families and workers.

The SEC Renewable Energy Park in Horsham has connected to Victoria’s electricity grid for the first time – another major step towards delivering cheaper, more reliable renewable energy.

Locals and visitors can now enjoy Station Pier seven days a week.

I loved reading about David Hall's epic journey across Asia and Europe - and the release of his book about his escapades. Head back to page 13 for a really great read.