Sixth consecutive night of arson attacks

TAYLORS LAKES, VIC. — Police are investigating another car fire after FRV firefighters were called to a blaze at a house on Nepean Court, Taylors Lakes and found a vehicle on fire in a double garage at 11.16pm yesterday. This follows six consecutive days of arson attacks across the city.

Detectives investigate Carlton death

Man arrested following factory fire

Man charged following non-fatal shooting

Charges follow pursuit of stolen car

REGIONAL NEWS

40 years on from disappearance of Albert Pisani

MOE, VIC. — Missing Persons Squad detectives are appealing for public information as part of their investigation into the suspicious disappearance of Albert Pisani in 1986.

Life saved at silo rescue

Woman found critically injured

Getting Fire Ready in North East Victoria

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Sixth Victorian man charged with violent extremist material offences

ROXBURGH PARK, VIC. — A sixth Melbourne man has been charged by the AFP’s National Security Investigations (NSI) team as part of an ongoing investigation into a group of Australian men accessing and distributing ISIS propaganda online. 

SAQ Grimeton to transmit on United Nations Day

GRIMETON, SWEDEN. — One of the world's most remarkable pieces of radio history is preparing to come alive again. On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the historic SAQ Grimeton Radio Station in Sweden will transmit a special Morse code message celebrating United Nations Day, promoting peace, unity and international cooperation.

Trump has tantrum after former ICC judge wins Nobel Peace Prize

WASHINGTON, DC. USA. — US President Donald Trump's administration imposed sanctions on the ​International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday (US time), hours after one of its former judges won the Nobel Peace Prize, putting Washington on a diplomatic collision course with European allies.

AI companies want to bypass copyright laws

Nillumbik Shire suspends rabbit management programs

NILLUMBIK SHIRE. — Nillumbik Shire Council has suspended all rabbit management programs while the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) independently assesses information provided by the council and contractors in relation to rabbit control works carried out at Fergusons Paddock in August.

Breakaway Bridge, Acheron to be rebuilt

ACHERON, VIC. — A new dual-lane Breakaway Bridge is a step closer. Following years of advocacy, Murrindindi Shire Council has secured funding approval for a safer and more resilient long-term solution. The contract awarded by the council to Nelmac Pty Ltd is now ready to commence.

Funding secured for Yea Men’s Shed expansion

Is your property fire ready?

Women of Wit bring a night of stand-up comedy

Victorian state election timeline

VICTORIA. — With the Victorian state election fast approaching, these are all the important dates and why politicians are now making announcements on social media, TV, radio and in newspapers around the clock as the state election looms large.

AI companies want to bypass copyright laws

SYDNEY, NSW. — America's largest artificial intelligence companies have been upfront about their desire to use Australian creative content for the training of models without having to abide by copyright rules. 

Victoria Police officer probed over alleged cover-up of schoolboy assault

GEELONG, VIC. — A former cop who revealed he lied when he claimed under oath that the reason he choked an 11-year-old neurodivergent schoolboy was that he had “snapped” now stands accused of corruption.

Two CMFEU officials charged

ST ALBANS PARK, VIC. — Detectives from Taskforce Hawk charged two CFMEU officials yesterday as part of an investigation into a report of a data breach involving a former CFMEU member and the subsequent sharing of personal information and photographs.

Setka bailed again

Cop charged with trafficking firearms

Secret recording in Sydney Swans Pullman Hotel scandal

SYDNEY, NSW. — A new secret recording has emerged in the Sydney Swans Pullman scandal, VicNews can now reveal.

Heidelberg history breakers earn fifth-straight flag

PRESTON CITY OVAL, VIC. — Heidelberg has continued its Northern Football Netball League (NFNL) Division 1 dynasty with a 32-point win over Greensborough in the grand final at Preston City Oval yesterday.

NFNL Division 1 – Grand Final Preview

NFNL Division 1 – Preliminary Final Review

Jellyfish

MELBOURNE, VIC. — Jellyfish is the tale of one small creature with absolutely no brain to speak of. Embark on an underwater adventure and experience the wonders of the reef with an optimistic, gelatinous being. This is comedy at its most bioluminescent, undulating, and ... squishy. Are you ready for this jelly?

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Science & Technology

SAQ Grimeton to transmit on United Nations Day

GRIMETON, SWEDEN. — One of the world's most remarkable pieces of radio history is preparing to come alive again. On Saturday, October 24, 2026, the historic SAQ Grimeton Radio Station in Sweden will transmit a special Morse code message celebrating United Nations Day, promoting peace, unity and international cooperation.

MEDIA MATTERS

MEAA calls for stronger worker consideration as Nine’s ‘Future News’ continues rollout

SYDNEY, NSW. — The Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) has called on Nine Entertainment to manage the increasing concerns from journalists, camera operators, editors and production staff regarding pay, workloads, and workplace conditions, as the network goes ahead with its Future News initiative.

BUSINESS & FINANCE

Interest rates hit 15-year high

CANBERRA, ACT. — The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board, in a unanimous decision, lifted the cash rate to 4.6 per cent, raising interest rates by 25 basis points to the highest level since 2011, as it wrapped up its two-day meeting this afternoon.

Nillumbik’s Great Business Connect is back

NILLUMBIK SHIRE, VIC. — Connect with purpose to like-minded businesses, expand your network and build valuable relationships that support long-term success at this free business networking event.

Optus in government’s sights

New play area for Kinglake Pub

COOKERWATCH

Monica Smit being investigated by ScamWatch

MELBOURNE, VIC. — On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, journalist and editor of VicNews, Ashley Geelan, purchased a ticket to Monica Smit's 'Reignite Democracy Australia's 'Bye Bye GVT' event using a credit card ending in 6499.

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One Nation migration plans slammed

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October 10, 2009: The Giant Koala at Dadswells Bridge in Victoria is renamed ‘Sam’ in honour of bushfire victim Sam the koala

DADSWELLS BRIDGE, VIC. — Sam the koala gained notoriety in February 2009 when she was rescued during backburning operations before the devastating Black Saturday bushfires in Mirboo North by a CFA firefighter.

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