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History created with new state treasurer’s appointment
Victoria’s attorney-general will become the state’s first female treasurer in a cabinet reshuffle triggered by the resignation of Tim Pallas. Jaclyn Symes is expected to take over the role from …
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Nick Staikos to join Premier Jacinta Allan’s cabinet – a milestone for Greek Australian representation
Victorian Member for Bentleigh Nick Staikos will be appointed to Premier Jacinta Allan’s cabinet, filling the vacancy left by Treasurer Tim Pallas’ retirement. Staikos will step into the Victorian government …
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CFMEU corruption case stalls after High Court challenge
A corruption case against an ex-CFMEU state secretary and his son has been put on hold pending a decision on the union’s High Court challenge to its Labor-imposed administration. Darren …
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Steve Dimopoulos a contender for Victoria’s Treasurer role
Victorian minister Steve Dimopoulos has emerged as a potential candidate to become the state’s next treasurer. Serving now as the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Minister for Environment, …
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Government unveils $180.5 million boost for local news and broadcasting
The Minister for Communications, Michelle Rowland, has announced $180.5 million investment to support local news and community broadcasting, including the launch of the News Media Assistance Program (News MAP). A …
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Treasurer resigns amid scrutiny over state debt
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has resigned, just days after releasing his mid-year budget update. One of Victoria’s longest serving treasurers called time on Monday after a decade in the job …
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Extreme summer heatwave to scorch four states
Multiple states are preparing for an extreme heat wave as temperatures exceed 40C, bringing one of the hottest December days in years. Parts of Victoria, NSW and Queensland are expected …
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National Emergency: Domestic violence numbers rise
Khouloud Hawatt, a mother of five was found dead inside a Sydney unit on Wednesday, her husband is now in police custody. Khouloud is the 98th Australian woman killed this …
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VCE results 2024: Greek Australian students excel in this year’s ATAR rankings
This week 47,461 students across Victoria who have completed the VCE received their ATAR scores. Victorian students are achieving ATARs in record numbers, with 4.7 per cent more (2,222) students …
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Liberal leader Pesutto defamed expelled MP Deeming
Victorian Liberal Leader John Pesutto has been ordered to pay now-independent MP Moira Deeming $300,000 in damages after a judge ruled he defamed her. Justice David O’Callaghan delivered his judgment …