Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Monday, October 26, 2026
Key dates in the 2026 state election are:• Tuesday, November 3. Issue of writs: 6 pm. Roll closes 8 pm• Wednesday, November 4. Nominations open. Postal vote applications open• Monday, November 9. Nominations close for all candidates 12 Noon• Tuesday, November 10. How-to-vote card registration opens 9 am• Tuesday, November 17. Low sensory voting, 10…
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Family First has endorsed Moira Deeming as its lead candidate for the Western Metro region for the Victorian Legislative Council at the November State Election.“Moira is one of the most courageous parliamentarians in Australia, and her resilience and tenacity makes her the best person to fight for the families of Western Melbourne,” Family First National…
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Murrindindi Shire Council is encouraging Kinglake Ward residents to make sure they are enrolled to vote and that their details are up to date ahead of the upcoming by-election.The by-election will elect a new Councillor to represent Kinglake Ward following the resignation of former Cr Jodi Adams in August.The Victorian Electoral Commission will conduct the…
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Fitzroy and Collingwood Police Stations will be permanently closed to the public, under Premier Ben Carroll’s watch, claims Brad Battin, Shadow Minister for Police and Corrections (pictured).“In November 2023, 43 police stations across Victoria had their public counter hours reduced as a “temporary” measure in response to ongoing Victoria Police staff shortages, “ Mr Battin…
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The State Government has dismissed growing community concerns over dangerous conditions on Whittlesea–Kinglake Rd, says Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish.Local residents raised concerns before winter. Ms McLeish called in March for urgent action to restore faded centre and edge line markings across the Kinglake Ranges, warning that heavy fog, winding roads and poor visibility created a…
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Kilmore-based MP Jaclyn Symes has lost the third-most senior position in State politics, at the hands of her own party.Ms Symes has been removed from the Treasurer’s position by new Premier Ben Carroll.Ms Symes, who lives at Broadford, was closely aligned with former Premier Jacinta Allan.The new portfolio assigned to Ms Symes is to be…
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Premier Ben Carroll has announced a new Cabinet: Anthony Carbines will become the new Minister for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy, focusing on driving innovation and investment, while keeping AI development ethical and responsible. He will also become the new Minister for Major Events, Medical Research, Economic Development and will remain the Minister for Racing and the…
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Mill Park MLA Lily D’Ambrosio has quit Cabinet and will not contest the State Election in November.Eastern Victoria MLC Harriet Shing has also resigned from Cabinet, and has indicated that she will leave Parliament.The shock political announcement follows the outing of Jacinta Allan as Premier, to be replaced by Niddrie MLA Ben Carroll.Climate Change Minister…
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n The State Government says that it is introducing stronger reforms to crack down on taxi and rideshare drivers who refuse short trips, turn away assistance animals, rip people off and make passengers feel unsafe.From today (Wed., July 1) the ‘two strikes you’re out’ rule will expand to include misusing the meter, refusing a receipt…
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Gary Maas, MLA for Narre Warren South, has advised Premier Jacinta Allan that he will not be seeking re-election in 2026.The announcement was made at 3.29pm on the Friday of a long public holiday weekend.“For more than two decades, Gary has worked tirelessly for the labour movement, for working people, and for the values that…
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