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?
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
A major report reveals systemic cronyism in UK political appointments, with Victoria banning non-consensual intersex surgeries. Discover the findings and global implications.
Victoria, Australia, is set to introduce landmark laws banning medically unnecessary surgeries on intersex children. The move follows a damning inquiry and aims to protect bodily autonomy. Read the full report.
A Guardian Australia journalist was subjected to a pat-down search without a warrant while covering a Melbourne protest, experiencing Victoria police's controversial new 'designated area' powers first-hand. Read her account.
Major disruption on London's Piccadilly Line after emergency services respond to a casualty on the track at Hammersmith station. District Line services also affected. Get the latest travel updates.
District Line faces minor delays after casualty incident at Earl's Court. Multiple TfL lines affected including Piccadilly severe delays and Northern line closure.
Beauty lovers are rushing to buy Victoria Beckham's Satin Kajal Liner. The £32 award-winning product 'glides on' and 'doesn't budge' all day. Discover why it's a must-have.
Victoria police can now stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne without warrant until May 2026, raising concerns about racial profiling and civil liberties.
Discover the untold story of Elphaba in Wicked, the West End phenomenon. Learn the plot, see the songs, and find out about the record-breaking film adaptation. Book tickets now!
Your definitive guide to every station on London's Elizabeth Line. Discover the full route from Reading to Shenfield and Heathrow, plus how this TfL project has transformed cross-capital travel.
A professional beauty editor reveals the best Black Friday 2025 deals on premium beauty products, from Fenty Beauty to Victoria Beckham. Save up to 35% on your favourites.
Jubilee and Metropolitan lines partially suspended after an animal trespassed on the tracks. Major delays reported across the network. Sign up for travel updates.
Melbourne's State Library of Victoria faces staff outrage as 39 positions face elimination in controversial restructure prioritising digital projects over traditional library services.
Plan your journey: The Lioness line and DLR face severe disruption on Nov 29-30. Get the full list of closures and alternative travel advice here.
Essential guide to planned Tube and train closures across London this weekend, including Northern, Bakerloo and Elizabeth line disruptions. Plan your journey now.
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.
Sir David Beckham discusses his 'softer' parenting style in a candid podcast interview, addressing the reported family rift with his eldest son Brooklyn. Discover the full story behind the headlines.
Three months after allegedly shooting two police officers dead in Porepunkah, fugitive Dezi Freeman remains missing. Discover the police theories and community unease.
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.
Severe delays and partial suspension hit London's Victoria Line due to mass overcrowding after a casualty on the track. Follow for live updates.
Victoria Police can conduct random searches without warrants in Melbourne CBD until May 2026, sparking human rights concerns. Learn about the controversial new powers.
Criminal charges against debt collector Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules company wasn't technically collecting debts owed to others. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs.
Transport for London reveals Central Line received 1,651 complaints in 2025, though reports dropped 14% from 2024. Discover which lines saw improvements and TfL's safety pledge.
Discover the surprising history of London's most remote Tube stations, including one 50 miles from the city. Explore the network's northern, southern, eastern, and western extremes.
Tourists arriving at Gatwick Airport are being misled by bright red Gatwick Express trains running slower, stopping services to London Victoria. Discover the costly mix-up.
Victoria Beckham sent fans wild by singing 'Viva Forever' with her family, prompting former bandmates Mel B and Mel C to tease a potential Spice Girls reunion. Find out what happened!
Mel C reveals the Spice Girls are exploring a 2026 reunion tour for their 30th anniversary but are being 'precious' about their legacy. Find out which member is being kept in the dark.
New laws in Victoria will require estate agents to publish a property's reserve price a week before auction, in a major crackdown on illegal underquoting practices.
Lorde announced as main headliner for All Points East 2026 in London's Victoria Park. Get ticket details and full line-up information for August 22 show.
One of Australia's largest debt collectors defends against allegations it illegally pursued 200,000 debts in Victoria while banned. Court decision expected next Tuesday.