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Daniel Andrews faces no-confidence motion while High Court challenge on lockdown legality looms ahead
Victoria’s Premier Daniel Andrews is facing a no-confidence motion in state parliament today. The motion comes a day after the resignation of Chris Eccles, the secretary of Victoria’s Department of …
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Court rejects Golden Dawn leniency as far-right EU politician visits Athens to condemn judges
The trial of ultra-nationalist Golden Dawn, last week deemed a criminal organisation, was adjourned by the Athens Appeals Court until 11 am on Tuesday morning. The court ruled that there …
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Oruc Reis returns to Kastellorizo despite Turkey having previously committed to dialogue
Greek and Turkish relations deteriorated again following the departure on Monday of Turkish ship, Oruc Reis, to conduct work south of the island of Kastellorizo, near Turkey’s southern coast. The …
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Victoria’s Premier “shocked” by Eccles’ telephone records, agrees he made the “right choice” to resign
Victorian Labor MPs are turning on Daniel Andrews after the resignation of Chris Eccles, secretary of Victoria’s Department of Premier and Cabinet, and the premier’s right hand man. Premier Andrews …
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Chris Eccles, Premier’s right-hand man, resigns following release of telephone records
Chris Eccles, the secretary of Victoria’s Department of Premier and Cabinet, has resigned and feels staying in the position would be a “significant distraction to the ongoing work of the …
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Visa refunds and application charge changes to keep tourists and working holiday makers interested
The Morrison Government states that changes to visa rules will mean Australia will remain an attractive destination for tourists, and temporary visa holders who often fill critical skills shortages, by …
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No COVID-19 deaths in Victoria, but 13 deaths in Greece
Victorians can relate to the rising COVID-19 numbers in Greece. As the state recorded 15 new cases overnight on Monday and no new deaths, Greece’s figure rose to 280 new …
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Backlash against English language test for partner visas continues
A prospective change to partner visa requirements is continuing to garner criticism since first announced in Tuesday’s federal budget. The English language requirement is set to be introduced for visa …
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Europe not within Australia’s travel bubble for 2021, if no vaccine is found
In the absence of an effective coronavirus vaccine, chances of Australians being allowed to travel to the northern hemisphere appear slim to none for the whole duration of 2021, according …
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Victoria’s daily coronavirus tally hits 12 as ‘stubborn’ second wave persists
The race to combat the second wave continues in Victoria, with a further 12 new cases reported on Sunday and one death. The 14 day rolling average for Melbourne, one …