Victoria Police Can Now Search Children Without Warrant
Victoria Police have been granted controversial new powers to search children as young as 14 without a warrant. Critics warn it risks criminalising vulnerable youth.
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Victoria's Voting System Faces Overhaul
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
Peacock's Poem Exposes 19th Century Class Hypocrisy
Explore Thomas Love Peacock's satirical poem Rich or Poor, a sharp critique of Victorian class inequality and religious hypocrisy that remains strikingly relevant to modern Britain.
Top Sustainable Smoked Salmon for Christmas
Discover the most delicious and eco-friendly smoked salmon for your festive table. Our expert tasting reveals the best sustainable options rated by flavour and credentials.
Essential Weekend Reads: Free Birth to Beatles
Discover six compelling Guardian stories including Free Birth Society investigation, changing Beatles perceptions, and Britain's disappearing living rooms. Perfect weekend reading.
Medieval Skin Disease Outbreak in UK Schools
Multiple Devon schools report scabies outbreaks as parents receive warnings. Learn about symptoms, treatment and why this Victorian-era disease is spreading.
Midwife: Loss of Midwifery Fuels Free Birth Dangers
An NHS midwife responds to the Free Birth Society, arguing that accessible, autonomous midwifery is the solution to both medical overreach and risky free births.
Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Opens After Years of Work
Melbourne's long-awaited Metro Tunnel finally opens, promising to transform the city's transport network. Discover the new stations, service changes, and what it means for your commute.
German Hairy Snail Hunt and UK Social Media Shift
Discover the quest for London's tiny German hairy snail and the growing 'posting zero' trend. This weekly digest explores life's quirky lessons and modern dilemmas. Read more for a unique perspective.
OSF President Pledges Legal Action Against Trump
Open Society Foundations president Binaifer Nowrojee declares legal readiness against Trump's threats, emphasising support for frontline environmental defenders at COP30.
Cricket Willow: Australia's bat-making heritage preserved
Discover Cricket Willow, where Victorian cricket history meets Swiss-Italian heritage through bat-making. Explore this unique museum and oval preserving Australia's sporting legacy.
NHS directed pregnant women to controversial Free Birth Society
Exclusive: NHS websites directed women to a factsheet promoting the Free Birth Society, linked to baby deaths. Discover the full investigation into this shocking breach of trust.
Burrows' Poem 'Missing You' Examines Ageing Attitudes
Explore Miles Burrows' powerful poem 'Missing You' from his latest collection Slow Puncture, examining society's harsh treatment of the elderly through lunar metaphor. Discover this unique poetic voice.
Which Old British Christmas Traditions Should Return?
Discover the forgotten Christmas traditions Brits want to revive this festive season. From wassailing to parlour games, explore which customs are making a comeback.
Royal Photographic Society 2025 Award Winners
Discover the stunning winners of the Royal Photographic Society 2025 International Photography Awards, featuring breathtaking landscape and portrait photography.
Marjorie Ainsworth's 103-year legacy celebrated
Celebrating the remarkable life of Marjorie Ainsworth, whose 86-year volunteer service for Manchester and Salford Film Society and pioneering educational work left an indelible mark on UK culture. Discover her inspiring journey.
16 Ancient Canoes Found in Wisconsin Lake Dating 5,200 Years
Archaeologists uncover 16 submerged Indigenous canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old prehistoric 'parking lot' used by ancient travellers. Discover this remarkable find.
British Library Strike: Support Grows for Workers
As British Library staff strike over pay, voices like Zadie Smith's demand we value library workers and restore well-stocked libraries, vital to UK culture and education. Join the conversation.
Jess Wilson becomes first female Victorian Liberal leader
Jess Wilson has been elected leader of the Victorian Liberals, becoming the first woman to hold the position. The party's third leader in 12 months replaces Brad Battin after a party room vote.
Jess Wilson Elected Victorian Liberal Opposition Leader
Jess Wilson becomes Victorian Liberal Party's new opposition leader after Matthew Guy's resignation. Discover what this means for Labor and Victoria's political future.
News Corp Apologises to MP Sam Groth Over False Claims
News Corp issues formal apology to Victorian Liberal MP Sam Groth and wife over false relationship allegations. Read the full statement details.
Jess Wilson becomes Victorian Liberal's first female leader
First-term MP Jess Wilson defeats Brad Battin in leadership spill, making history as Victorian Liberal Party's first female leader. Read the full story.
Five Cultural Shifts That Captured Australia in 2025
The Guardian's annual Shift Happens report uncovers five major cultural transformations reshaping Australian society. Discover the trends defining the nation's identity.
Victoria Liberal leader faces leadership spill vote
Victoria's opposition leader Brad Battin faces a leadership challenge as Liberal MPs lose confidence. A vote could happen Tuesday morning. Read the latest developments.
Minne Fry: Abstract Artist's 60-Year Career
Celebrating the remarkable life and career of abstract artist Minne Fry, whose work spanned six decades and earned critical acclaim in London and beyond. Discover her artistic journey.
Trump's Repression Escalates: Threat to US Democracy
As Trump's administration deploys federal forces against civilians, experts warn of democratic backsliding. Learn how communities are resisting through strategic nonviolence and what comes next.
Melbourne Skyscraper Falcon Chicks Take First Flight
Watch the heartwarming moment three peregrine falcon chicks take their inaugural flight from a 35-storey Melbourne skyscraper, captured on a popular livestream. Follow their journey as they learn to soar.
Police use 'stinger' grenade at Melbourne protest
Shocking footage shows Victorian police detonating a 'stinger' grenade, a crowd-control weapon linked to serious injuries, at a Melbourne protest. Explore the growing concerns.
Amy Levy: Cambridge unseals queer Jewish writer's archive
Cambridge University unveils Amy Levy's personal archive, revealing the pioneering Victorian writer's explorations of feminism, LGBTQ+ identity and Jewish heritage that resonate today.
No contempt charges for media in Patterson trial
Victorian prosecutors will not press contempt charges against Kyle and Jackie O and Mamamia for comments made during the Erin Patterson mushroom murder trial. Discover the full story.
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