The backlash against Victoria's emergency services levy is intensifying and some councils fear refusal to pay will generate a revenue shortfall.
No feed, no water and no money — drought smashes farmers on all fronts
Farmers running out of feed and water are being forced to sell livestock in huge numbers as drought conditions roll on in southern Australia.
Schools teach 'prestige' languages over most spoken, professor says
Punjabi is the fastest-growing migrant community in Australia and the fourth most commonly spoken language in Victoria, but is only taught in two government schools.
Shipwreck lost for nearly 170 years finally found off SA coast
In 1857, the Koning Willem de Tweede sank off SA's south-east coast, and researchers are now confident they have found it.
Thomas Sewell argues neo-Nazi rally was political but 'not offensive'
The Melbourne man's case will go to a contested hearing after he disputed the criminal nature of charges relating to his alleged role leading a white supremacist rally through Ballarat.
Farmers urged to 'hold firm' on policies upon Labor's return
Farmers fought against the first-term Albanese government. Can the relationship be repaired the second time around?
'Not getting that at Ballarat': Cats recruit Smith takes cheeky dig at Dogs
Bailey Smith fires an unprompted shot at his old club after helping the Cats edge out the Magpies in an MCG thriller.
Which politicians are wearing Aussie wool as industry pleads for help?
The ABC asked every Australian politician if they wore wool on the campaign trail.
Court finds farmer guilty of destroying Aboriginal cultural heritage
A south-west Victorian farmer has been found guilty of destroying an ancient Aboriginal rock formation on his property in 2021.
Victorian farmer target of 'coordinated' sheep heist costing him $175k
Steve Wheeler has had 1,700 sheep stolen in three incidents over two years. Police suspect he has become the victim of a series of targeted raids.
Council Watch head hit with interim court order over alleged harassment of mayor
An inner-city Melbourne mayor has been granted an interim personal safety intervention order against the head of Council Watch, Dean Hurlston, over alleged harassment.
Climate change, housing, HECS debt reform top of mind for young voters
Australia's 1.4 million first-time voters are getting most of their political news from social media influencers and say climate change, housing, and health reform are key priorities for them.
How women's running changes once the sun sets
An increasing number of women are signing up to local run clubs, even tackling their first marathon. But safety fears once the sun sets are hampering their training efforts.
Cottage cheese in short supply as TikTok trend drives popularity
Supermarkets struggle to meet demand for cottage cheese as the product becomes the subject of viral videos.
Dutton's enrolment cap plan 'demonises' foreign students, union says
The tertiary sector union says the opposition's election promise to restore the Australian home ownership dream by cutting international student enrolments is short-sighted and divisive.
Partner of woman found dead in burnt-out car had 'conflict' with crime group, police say
The woman's male partner's alleged involvement with organised crime is being investigated, said police, with two children known to the woman remaining in hospital under police guard.
Wildlife carer spending $10k a year says cost is driving out volunteers
The number of sick or injured wildlife is rising in Victoria, but the number of people able to help them is rapidly decreasing and carers say animals are being "left to die".
CFA volunteers were ready for fire season, but not for a 100m fire column
John King captured footage of a 100-metre-tall fire column only 50 metres from his back door. Fire analysts say the phenomenon is becoming more common as the climate changes.
Cafes shut, children hide indoors as European wasps terrorise Victoria
European wasps are swarming regional Victoria, forcing businesses to close and residents to stay indoors, as unusually warm weather causes their numbers to spike.
Toxic culture contributed to hospital worker taking own life, coroner finds
Victorian mother of two Karla Lee Jordan was 50 years old when she died by her own hand in 2019. A coronial inquest has found she was subject to long-term stress in a workplace plagued with cultural issues.
Magistrate says Neo-Nazi leader's case 'going in circles' after email claim
Far-right activist Thomas Sewell tells a court he has emailed all nine Attorneys-General about charges over his alleged involvement in a white supremacist rally, saying they breach the Australian Constitution.