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Machetes now banned in Victoria – What you need to know
From 1 September 2025, the state of Victoria has introduced a sweeping new prohibition on machetes – banning their ownership, sale, use, carriage, and transport unless you qualify for a valid exemption or approval.
According to the Victorian Government, the key points include:
What’s Now Banned?
Sales...
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‘Are you double dosed?’ How to ask friends and family if...
By Jessica Kaufman, Murdoch Children's Research Institute and Julie Leask, University of Sydney
The weekend is approaching, your fridge is stocked with cheese and you’re...
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Do I need to register for a COVID vaccine? How will...
By Natasha Yates, Bond University
Australia is now more than a week into rolling out the Pfizer vaccine, while AstraZeneca shots are due to start...
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Wearing of face mask and other restrictions in Victoria to be...
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced a further easing of restrictions towards a COVIDsafe summer.
Changes from 11:59pm tonight
Face masks
Victorians won't have to wear masks...
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Citizenship appointments resume in Victoria and other states
More people now have the opportunity to become Australian citizens, with citizenship testing and appointments now available in all states and territories following COVID-19...
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Government proposes changes to make it easier for borrowers to obtain...
By Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra
The government has announced reforms to facilitate an increased flow of credit to households and businesses.
A key change will...
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How long will I have to wear a mask? Can single...
By Liam Petterson, The Conversation and Sunanda Creagh, The Conversation
The Victorian government’s roadmap out of pandemic lockdowns includes new provisions for single people living...
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