She's earned the backing of at least three other councillors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She faced the local Magistrates Court yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woman denied bail following police chase in Mildura

Helen Healy firms as favourite in Mildura's race for Mayor

Two small blazes were recorded and contained over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North-West spared from extreme fire activity

Just two blazes were recorded in extreme fire conditions on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunraysia 'dodged a bullet': CFA

Ali Cupper and Glenn Milne are among those to be elected Councillors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Results confirmed in Mildura City elections

Helen Healy won a two-way contest against Liam Wood in Henderson Park Ward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mildura's Mayor unseated in council elections

But the Health Minister reckons more needs to be done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's public health employee numbers up 50%

Over 70 percent of ballots have been returned to the VEC so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Votes still being received in local government elections

The idea is being flagged by the Victorian Opposition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

$1m fines proposed for illicit tobacco dealers

Telstra and Optus customers are now blocked from 3G service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's 3G network officially shutting down today

That includes in the North-West and Central regions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1000 new homes to be built in regional Victoria

They need to be in the post by 6pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Council election votes due today across Victoria

But Master Builders Victoria argues more needs to be done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plans to beef-up Building Authority welcomed

The 7.5% hike on short-stay providers commences in January.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Airbnb levy will hit regions hardest, says tourism sector

The Herald Sun is reporting a tender has not been signed for the project.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Upgrades to Victoria's Triple-0 dispatch system delayed

It's being provided to Victorians who snap-up townhouses and units.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housing concessions to be announced today

It's supposed to help the housing crisis too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New trial on the way to tackle regional Victoria's skill shortages

Its too expensive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cost of living putting regional Victorian couples of from having kids

It should help to ease the housing crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New plan to get more building surveyors to Bendigo and Mildura

That's what the Members Health Fund Alliance would like to see.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Non-profit health funds want more affordable health services in regional Victoria

John Pesutto may be safe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal leadership spill unlikely to happen today

The Opposition leader says its just another cost of living measure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coalition promises to scrap AirBNB tax if they come to power

They say its nothing new.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition less than impressed with road funding announcement

They're frustrated by a lack of action on pay talks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian TAFE teachers downing tools again next week

It argues too many are being placed near schools, and on public transport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cancer Council concerned about junk food ads

It allows for virtual pilot training and skill testing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New fire aviation simulator launched in Victoria

Some patients are having to fork out hundreds of dollars in taxi fares.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns for dialysis patients in regional Victoria

It was established to combat the tobacco turf wars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VicPol marking one year of Taskforce Lunar

New listings have flatlined in Mildura, but are up in Bendigo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housing stock levels mixed in North-West Victoria

It says existing investment initiatives are working.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RACGP calls for more govt funding for regional doctors

Ben Carroll is assuring us that vacant positions will be filled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deputy Premier plays down Victoria's teacher shortage

Thousands of positions are still vacant, the Education Union says.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regional Victoria still plagued by teacher shortages

He reckons most of his colleagues are still behind him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pesutto remains defiant as Liberal Leader

The Education Union says it's placing additional workloads on existing staff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teachers shortages still facing Victoria

It's been revealed 700 potholes are being filled per day, statewide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian govt slammed over road conditions

One group of Liberal MPs believes they have the numbers to challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pesutto to potentially face leadership coup

Victoria's Shadow Roads Minister Danny O'Brien is unhappy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring Street again being slammed for road conditions

Extreme weather is seeing them pay more for their insurance premiums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers urge for more action on climate change

Nationals MP Martin Cameron claims several projects have now stalled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another MP criticises loss of Regional Roads Victoria

But the force still has more officers than this time last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Backlog in recruitment hampering VicPol numbers

The program will be rolled out from next winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctors welcome free RSV jab for babies

1000 positions need to be filled within the organisation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surge in job vacancies hits Victoria Police

The initiative rolls out in regional Victoria next winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newborns to receive free RSV vaccines

Domain's Dr Nicola Powell says they've never been higher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rent prices still high in regional Victoria

They're also criticising VicPol for treatment of its member.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Union rejects Fair Work intervention

The Victorian Opposition Leader insists he's the man to lead the Liberals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pesutto defiant following internal rumblings

It comes after Victoria Police asked the Commission to assist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Union votes down Fair Work intervention

It comes in the wake of an audit report by the Inspector General.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More concerns raised about Murray buybacks

Senior Liberal figures have told News Corp his position is now untenable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Pesutto to face leadership challenge?

But we've been told it's not all Bad News for investors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home prices continue to fall in regional Victoria

That's despite the dispute going to the Fair Work Commission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VicPol industrial action to continue: Union

He's hoping to advance trade and investment opportunities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vic Treasurer Tim Pallas off to Europe this week

The National Rural Health Alliance is welcoming the move.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

$900m headed for aged care in the regions

It was among the top five crimes committed in Bendigo and Mildura in the past year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regional Victoria sees rise in DV rates

He kicked four goals in Brisbane's 60-point win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maryborough's Kai Lohmann stars in AFL Grand Final

Operation Scoreboard is targeting drug- and alcohol-impaired drivers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VicPol out in force this Grand Final long weekend.

Aldi has again claimed the title of being the cheapest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New report compares supermarket prices

Almost half of drivers have admitted to breaking the law in Regional Victoria.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alarming stats regarding driver behaviour

VicPol's Operation Scoreboard runs from today until Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another road-safety blitz this long weekend

It comes in the wake of new data from the Road Safety Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Authorities issue fresh pleas to take care while driving

It argues the move is necessary to keep inflation in-check.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cash rate to remain on-hold until next year: RBA

But he admits wages are beyond his control.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's top cop backs pay rise for officers

It's being run by Crime Stoppers and Agriculture Victoria.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New campaign targeting illegal animal trade

They currently only apply to emergency service vehicles in Victoria.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for expansion 'Slow Down, Move Over' laws

Lisa Chesters made the announcement yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More cost of living relief for Bendigo and Mildura residents

The union has reached a deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pay rise on the cards for paramedics in Bendigo and Mildura

A pay rise could be on the cards for local paramedics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambo union reaches new deal in Victoria

The union came to an agreement last night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bendigo and Mildura paramedics in for a pay rise

Two fans have been camped out in Bendigo since Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fans line up for 72 hours to snag AFL tickets

The new data from PropTrack is grim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria revealed as least affordable state for housing

Funding has been slashed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Potholes to get worse across Central Vic and Sunraysia

Families of the victims involved intend to sue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Accused Daylesford driver won't face trial

They responded to two separate incidents in Mildura this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fire crews kept busy in Sunraysia

It previously pledged to build 80k homes annually.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year on, state govt falls short of housing target

Almost 70% believe more should be done to address the issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians rate state govt poorly on housing

A number of clauses were found within new laws. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring Street accused of gas ban

The Premier was appalled at what she saw yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regional coppers bolster expo security in Melbourne

They'll be managing the crowds outside the Land Forces ExpoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of regional Victoria police to be deployed again in Melbourne

Officers are clashing with activists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regional officers called in to help manage protest

The opposition says the government has gone soft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teen criminals running rampant across Victoria

The opposition says more needs to be done. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Youth crime continues to explode across the state

Age limits will be introduced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria joining the push to make social media safer for kids

The Premier has backed the proposal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria onboard with introducing age limits to social media

She wants to give Victorians more choice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The premier says ditching gas is the cheapest option

The changes will be confirmed this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring Street softens its stance on gas

Victorian households can now choose when they want to swap over to electric appliances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunraysia and Central Vic residents can continue cooking with gas

But there's an increased risk in the Mallee and South-West regions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bushfire conditions 'normal' in Victoria this Summer

He's described them as being "a lighter version of Labor".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dutton takes aim at Victorian Liberal Party

It'll be made available to passengers from September 18th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

eTicketing available soon on V/Line

But some argue the changes don't go far enough.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New hunting regulations coming to Victoria

They'll affect southern areas Wednesday, and elsewhere on Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More strong winds inbound for Victoria

Big Red Group reports bookings are up 0.4%.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's tourism industry on the up

It comes after destructive winds lashed the state yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calmer weather expected today in Victoria

But we've also been told to expect above-average rainfall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Higher temps forecast in Victoria's Spring Outlook

The incident comes after damaging winds were experienced in the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woman dies after tree falls on cabin in Moama

Gusts of 60km/h and above were recorded in Bendigo and Mildura.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 1000 calls made to VicSES following overnight winds

Conditions are expected to last into next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North-West Victoria facing strong winds again

Police are urging us to remain vigilant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians lose $200m to scammers in two months

It's made 27 recommendations to the state government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Report handed down into Victoria's tobacco industry

It'll be considered by the state government before being tabled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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