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'Those mistakes are unacceptable to me': Andrews issues unreserved apology to Victorians
Ending his appearance at the hotel quarantine inquiry, Premier Daniel Andrews apologised for the failure of the hotel quarantine program. 'Mistakes have been made in this program and answers are required,' Mr Andrews said.
- by Hanna Mills Turbet
Daniel Andrews thought Victoria was not entitled to as much ADF help as NSW
The Premier emerged from a meeting of national cabinet before hotel quarantine was set up believing that Victoria would not be given as much help from the Australian Defence Force as NSW.
- by Tammy Mills and Michael Fowler
Health official had legal advice curfew might breach human rights, court told
The senior health official who approved Melbourne's coronavirus curfew received internal legal advice that the measure might breach human rights, a court has heard.
- by Adam Cooper
Mitcham bus route added to Victorian COVID-19 exposure sites
The Health Department has updated its list of exposure sites.
- by Kate Rose and Paul Sakkal
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Andrews 'disappointed' ministers don't know who made security guards call
The Premier has told the hotels quarantine inquiry that he is concerned that the key decision is a mystery to those involved.
- by Michael Fowler, Michael Bachelard and Tammy Mills
Royal Botanic Gardens to reopen as city shakes off long winter in lockdown
After shutting its gates in early August because of the second wave of COVID-19, the gardens will reopen on Saturday.
- by Tom Cowie
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'Blind Freddie can see it': Solomon Lew says Myer is headed for administration
Billionaire Solomon Lew has blasted efforts by Myer's management to restructure its board.
- by Dominic Powell
'Common characteristics of hamburgers': Hungry Jack's returns serve in bun fight
The fast food chain says its 'Big Jack' trademark does not infringe McDonald's Big Mac trademark.
- by Michaela Whitbourn
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Doubt thrown on Mikakos' inquiry evidence as Trades Hall backs HWU
Evidence has emerged throwing doubt over sworn testimony Health Minister Jenny Mikakos gave on Thursday.
- by Noel Towell, Paul Sakkal and Sumeyya Ilanbey
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Dean Jones always rated this as his best innings - and it's not what you think
Ranking Dean Jones' top five innings - and there was one surprise knock that Jones himself rated as his best.
- by Jon Pierik
'A real tough day': Brett Lee's on-air tribute just hours after trying to save Dean Jones
The former Australia fast bowler performed CPR on Jones in a desperate attempt to revive him at their Mumbai hotel.
- by Chris Barrett
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Boy, 15, charged with murder after South Yarra stabbing
Homicide Squad detectives have charged a 15-year-old boy with murder following the fatal stabbing of a man in South Yarra last week.
- by Erin Pearson
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Local Government Inspectorate investigates Sally Capp's campaign
The Local Government Inspectorate is investigating a complaint alleging Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally Capp misused council resources on the first day of the race for Town Hall.
- by Bianca Hall
Watchdog claims West Gate Tunnel work stopped by CFMMEU officials
The construction watchdog has launched legal action against one of Australia's most influential unions over allegations officials stopped critical work on the West Gate Tunnel project in December.
- by Henrietta Cook
IBAC files 55 charges over alleged education training scam
The state's anti-corruption watchdog has charged four people with 55 offences following an investigation into an alleged rort involving dodgy TAFE qualifications and training within Victoria's education and transport sectors.
- by Erin Pearson
Accused protest organiser plans to fight incitement charges
A man accused of organising a protest against coronavirus restrictions will fight criminal charges and believes the law prevents him leaving home to express a political view.
- by Adam Cooper
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VCAL students guaranteed TAFE place as Victoria records 14 new cases, eight deaths
- by Ashleigh McMillan
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Health Minister asks no questions, gives few answers on hotel quarantine
Victoria's Health Minister Jenny Mikakos was nominally responsible for the state's hotel quarantine program. So why wasn't she told anything about it?
- by Chip Le Grand
Boris Johnson stirs up Italy's rage as girlfriend visits Lake Como
Johnson's comments were met with anger in the Italian press, which said the PM implied the country's fascist past made the people ready to kowtow to authority.
- by Izzy Lyons and Nick Squires
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'Going easy on the banks': Labor, Greens warn against looser lending laws
Plans to ease lending rules for banks could face a fight to get through the Senate, with Labor and the Greens warning against rolling back consumer protections.
- by Angus Livingston
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PM warned 'reactive' approach leaving aged care vulnerable
- by Dana McCauley
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Amazon redesigns Echo devices with sphere speakers, rotating display
The new line of Amazon smart home devices is made from sustainable materials and is a significant departure from older models.
- by Tim Biggs
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'Cases are increasing, deaths will follow': Summer of fun over for Europe
Britain's top health advisers warn the number of new infections might hit 50,000 a day.
- by Bevan Shields
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Paddy McCartin is ready, willing and able to return to the AFL
Former Saint Paddy McCartin has been symptom-free this year after struggling through 2019 with the effects of concussion, and has decided he wants to return.
- by Peter Ryan
'Temptation was too great': Grigorieva had the best seat in the house for Freeman's gold
At the 2000 Games, Tatiana Grigorieva was pole vaulting for silver at the exact time Cathy Freeman was racing for gold in the 400m. Grigorieva couldn't help but pause to watch history play out.
- by Michael Gleeson
Australia postpones first ever Test match against Afghanistan
Australia’s historic first Test match against Afghanistan this summer is officially off this summer and will be pushed back until after the Ashes next year..
- by Chris Barrett
North's willingness to trade Brown is 'staggering', says manager
Adam Ramanauskas confirmed on Friday that there had been a three-year offer on the table at North, but this was withdrawn as they haggled over an extra year.
- by Anthony Colangelo
Dean Jones always rated this as his best innings - and it's not what you think
Ranking Dean Jones' top five innings - and there was one surprise knock that Jones himself rated as his best.
- by Jon Pierik
Traore re-signs with Melbourne Victory
Ivory Coast defender Adama Traore has re-signed with Melbourne Victory for another season.
- by Michael Lynch
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Reid retires as Pies get ready for 'backs against the wall' clash with Eagles
Collingwood's 2010 premiership centre-half-back Ben Reid has announced his retirement, effective immediately.
- by Anthony Colangelo
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'Deano's' passing will leave the cricket world a greyer place
Australian and world cricket has been left stunned by the sudden death of Hall of Famer Dean Jones.
