State Library of Victoria Cuts 39 Jobs in Restructure
Melbourne's State Library of Victoria faces staff outrage as 39 positions face elimination in controversial restructure prioritising digital projects over traditional library services.
Melbourne's State Library of Victoria faces staff outrage as 39 positions face elimination in controversial restructure prioritising digital projects over traditional library services.
Discover how Gustavo Zuluaga Villegas, a Shard housekeeper, inspired this year's spectacular Christmas light display. See London's tallest festive show lighting up the sky until January.
Two Australian homes in Melbourne and Sydney have claimed top honours at the prestigious 2025 Dezeen Awards, showcasing exceptional design in urban architecture and dramatic interiors. Discover the winning projects.
Debut novel The Artist by Lucy Steeds is named Waterstones Book of the Year 2024, a word-of-mouth sensation blending mystery and romance in 1920s Provence. Discover the winners.
Victoria Police can now conduct pat-downs and vehicle searches without a warrant in a designated inner Melbourne area for six months. Learn how this affects you.
Discover why bar stools are a daily struggle for shorter individuals in UK cafes and pubs. From humiliation to physical pain, is it time for a seating revolution? Join the conversation.
Doja Cat delivers spectacular two-hour performance in Melbourne, proving why she remains one of pop's most compelling artists despite recent controversies. Don't miss her UK tour dates!
Victoria Police gain authority to conduct random searches without warrant in inner Melbourne for six months. Critics warn of racial profiling risks as Premier defends public safety move.
Victoria Police can conduct random searches without warrants in Melbourne CBD until May 2026, sparking human rights concerns. Learn about the controversial new powers.
European giant FlixBus arrives in Australia, offering fares from just £8 between major cities. Discover how this disruptor promises to revolutionise intercity travel with budget prices and modern coaches.
A 73-year-old Melbourne man has died after falling from the Disney Wonder cruise ship into the Tasman Sea. The vessel turned back but the passenger was not found. Read the latest updates.
Charlie Calder-Potts became the British Army's youngest female war artist at 26, documenting Afghanistan conflict while being stalked by a suicide bomber. Discover her incredible journey.
Frida Kahlo's 1940 self-portrait 'El Sueño' sells for $54.7m at Sotheby's, setting a new world record for a female artist. Discover the story behind this iconic painting.
Explore Harold Offeh's compelling exhibition at Kettle's Yard Cambridge, where performance art meets social commentary through disco, drag and vulnerability. On until 1 March.
BBC Two documentary explores JMW Turner's 37,000 private sketches, with experts including Tracey Emin questioning if the artist was neurodivergent. Discover what his secret drawings reveal tonight.
Alfreda McHale transitioned from NHS midwife to acclaimed installation artist, creating domestic-inspired works exhibited nationwide. Discover her remarkable journey.
Melbourne Storm forward Eli Katoa will miss the entire 2026 NRL season following emergency brain surgery for a head injury sustained during training.
Explore Kaylene Whiskey's vibrant exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, where pop icons like Dolly Parton meet Indigenous storytelling in a joyful celebration of strong women.
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.
Watch as three young peregrine falcons make their maiden flight from a Melbourne CBD skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before success! #Wildlife #Melbourne
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.
Three peregrine falcon chicks have successfully fledged from their nest atop a Melbourne skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before soaring on its second attempt. Watch their journey!
The Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people have lodged a historic native title claim for Melbourne and its surrounds. Discover what this means for the city and its traditional owners.
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.
Electro-punk icon Peaches invites fans to submit questions about her upcoming tour, new album, and legendary career. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity!
London's Kayla, founder of Meeko Handmade, wins the Kids category at the Etsy Design Awards 2025 with her unique ceramic storybook, FLOWER. Discover this tactile treasure.
Universal Music's AI deal with Udio reveals how media-tech partnerships serve corporate interests while artists face income loss. Discover why copyright lawsuits won't protect creators.
Discover Morphe's Solo Artist Priming Cream Eyeshadows, a £11 alternative to the viral £32 Armani Eye Tints. Get the same velvety, pigmented finish for a fraction of the price. Shop the budget-friendly beauty must-have now!
Amy Taylor of Amyl and the Sniffers was left 'fuming' after a free Melbourne show was cancelled due to safety fears. The band offered fans £12,500 in drinks. Read the full story.
Jamaican dancehall legend Vybz Kartel discusses his overturned murder conviction, prison trauma, health struggles and musical comeback in exclusive interview. Read his powerful story.