Victoria
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There’s no human right to Vegemite, court tells Australian prisoner who wanted ban overturned
Prohibition of salty, yeast-based condiment in Victoria’s prisons remains after convicted murderer claimed it denied him right to ‘enjoy his culture’
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‘Someone has been following me’: safety fears after bullet inscribed with ‘RAT’ left on Victorian minister’s car
Paul Edbrooke says he fears for family’s safety amid heightened concerns for MPs after alleged attack on Helen Haines
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Australian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
Andre McKechnie, who murdered a property developer, argued it was his right to enjoy Australian culture.
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‘Unusually large’ multi-state storm causing severe weather for Australia’s east – with more on the way
BoM predicts hail, damaging winds, flash flooding and power outages across southern Queensland, western NSW, the ACT and eastern Victoria on Sunday afternoon
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Darlington couple renew wedding vows at hospice after MND ends their Las Vegas dream
The special moment a football-mad couple renewed their wedding vows thanks to a North East hospice. PETER BARRON reports
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Helen Haines’s condition improves days after losing both legs from alleged attack
Independent MP now serious but stable, according to update from Melbourne’s Alfred hospital
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Australian MP Helen Haines' condition improves after alleged car attack
The Independent MP is now in a serious but stable condition, according to the Melbourne hospital.
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Thunderstorms, heavy rain and flash flooding predicted for much of Australia
Parts of Queensland, Victoria and South Australia can expect severe storms on Saturday, moving into NSW and Tasmania by Sunday
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Royal jewellery worn by Queen Elizabeth and Henry VIII to go on display
The exhibition will showcase 500 years of British royal jewellery
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Sexualised, violent threats: female Victorian MPs fear for their safety as they fight more than just next month’s election
Hostility from constituents is not new for the state’s politicians, including its premiers. But the alleged attack on Helen Haines has sent a chill down the collective spine
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Grieving Hillsborough family urges Andy Burnham to back 'Hicks Rule' amendment
The Hicks family have been campaigning after daughters Victoria, 15, and Sarah, 19, were among the 97 Liverpool supporters crushed to death in the Hillsborough disaster.
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Second Australian lawmaker threatened days after alleged car attack
A 56-year-old man has been charged with threatening Hannah Beazley’s staff with nunchucks
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From Middlesbrough to Tokyo and Texas - pop star Loren Heat's remarkable rise
On the back of their newest single, Loren Heat discusses their North East roots, Middlesbrough’s struggling queer scene and their performances in Japan and Texas' SXSW festival.
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Man fined after 700 frozen and taxidermied animals found on Victorian property
Antiques store owner, 74, pleads guilty to 13 charges after regulator uncovers hundreds of animals at his home and shop
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Sam Wood makes bid for bail to supreme court over domestic violence charges
Former reality star and wellness influencer stands accused of choking and assaulting wife at Noosa in Queensland
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‘It couldn’t happen here’ - Aberfan tragedy prompted County Durham pitheap fears
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Helen Haines has lost both legs after alleged attack but ‘her heart and mind are in good shape’, husband says
Haines is in stable condition. Surgeons tried to save her right leg but both have now been amputated due to injuries
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Australian state leader contacted by police after failing to pay for petrol
Victoria premier Ben Carroll says Monday was ‘a tough day for a lot of reasons’
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Helen Haines: Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack, husband says
Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.
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Suspect silent in first court appearance over ‘attack’ on Australia MP
Nugent was restrained by bystanders at the scene after Helen Haines was struck twice by an SUV
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Australian MP has both legs amputated after car ramming ‘attack’, husband says
Surgeons amputated her left leg on Monday and were working to save the right leg
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No bail for alleged Helen Haines attacker as police chief warns of Australia’s ‘febrile’ political environment
AFP commissioner says MPs are generally concerned about growing volume of abuse and intimidation
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Police charge accused Brendan Nugent with additional offences – as it happened
Independent MP’s condition remains critical on Wednesday after surgery to save her remaining leg
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‘I forgot to pay’: Victoria’s premier Ben Carroll drives off without paying for petrol, sparking police inquiries
After being contacted by officers, politician says, he has paid bill and is ‘grateful for the team at the servo for their understanding’
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Helen Haines live updates: Brendan Nugent doesn’t apply for bail in first court appearance since alleged attack
Independent MP’s condition remains critical on Wednesday after surgery to save her remaining leg
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Brendan Nugent facing three charges over alleged attack on MP Helen Haines
Victoria police arrested the 43-year-old Tarrawingee man on Monday afternoon after the incident in Wangaratta
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Things to do in York this Halloween and half term 2026
Looking for things to do in York this Halloween and half term? We’ve got the guide for you. It’s time to get spooky! There are so many fun things to do in York this Halloween and half term. Are we missing an event? Let us know by dropping...
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Helen Haines loses leg as surgeons fight to save the other after alleged attack in Wangaratta
Independent MP is in critical yet stable condition after man allegedly did U-turn to strike her twice with his car
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Father of suspect in ‘attack’ on Australian MP says she is long-time family friend
Family statement says parents of suspect Brendan Nugent have known Helen Haines ‘for more than 20 years’
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Shock and disbelief: How the attack on an Australian MP unfolded in a small rural town
BBC's Katy Watson is in Wangaratta visiting the scene of the incident and the church where the community has held a vigil for the independent MP.
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Brendan Nugent’s family say Helen Haines has been their friend for more than 20 years
Father of 43-year-old Tarrawingee man who allegedly attacked the independent MP says incident is ‘devastating and unfathomable’
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Who is Brendan Nugent, suspect in attack on Australian MP Helen Haines
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
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Australian lawmaker hurt in car attack loses leg, media say
Haines was hit by a Toyota Land Cruiser outside her office in the town of Wangaratta, just over 200 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, at around 0635 CET on Monday.
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‘Lack of curiosity’ about family’s religious beliefs was ‘missed opportunity’ to save eight-year-old, inquest hears
Coroner says she’s considering adopting recommendations from Victoria’s cults inquiry as investigation into Elizabeth Struh’s death continues
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Australian MP has leg amputated after ‘attack where driver hit her twice’
Prime minister Anthony Albanese has called the incident a deliberate attack, saying: ‘This wasn't an accident’
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Helen Haines live updates: independent MP in critical but stable condition as Asio boss warns about ‘violent rhetoric’
A joint counter-terrorism taskforce is investigating the incident, which Anthony Albanese alleged ‘wasn’t an accident’
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Car allegedly did U-turn and struck Helen Haines twice, in what some believe was targeted attack against MP
Independent MP is in critical yet stable condition, as police interview alleged attacker in Wangaratta incident
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Australian MP critically injured after being hit by car in apparent attack
The independent politician is in hospital after what the prime minister says may have been a deliberate attack.
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Who is the Australian lawmaker targeted in vehicle attack?
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
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Rugby club hit by 'highly contagious' infection - forcing players to isolate
The infection is most commonly linked to forwards and front-row players.
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Kylie Jenner makes Victoria Secret debut in $50 million bra
The reality star's surprise appearance on the runway in the diamond encrusted piece has sparked mixed reaction.
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What we know about apparent attack on Australian MP hit by car
Helen Haines was hit by a car in what the prime minister has called a "deliberate act".
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Australian MP in critical condition after 'attack' outside office
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
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‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after independent MP Helen Haines critically injured
Anthony Albanese says his thoughts are with Indi MP after arrest of driver in Wangaratta
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An extraordinary life: descendant welcomes biography of woman ‘gifted’ to Queen Victoria
A girl called Àìná was captured by an African king and later taken to England to become Sarah Forbes Bonetta, protege of the imperial monarch
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Indigenous woman shackled to hospital bed while in labour in Queensland
Birth happens days before Labor and Coalition block bill to ban ‘barbaric practice’ of shackling incarcerated women during childbirth
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Exploring the history of Halifax's pantomime story
Pantomime plays a huge part in Britain’s theatre scene, lifting spirits and laughter from festive audiences and, with every double entendre, a few eyebrows along the way.
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'Fantastic' Yorkshire farm shop with its own café and pumpkin picking
The Balloon Tree farm shop and café might be the perfect place to pick up a pumpkin for Halloween.
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One Nation proposes $2,000 baby subsidy in Victoria but says it won’t touch state abortion laws
Announcement comes a day after Liberal and Labor parties say they will cover out-of-pocket costs for abortion care
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Harrogate entrepreneur calls for whole new approach to age by employers
“People reach 50 and can suddenly find doors closing just when they have accumulated decades of skills, judgement and experience”
