Several $500 Labubu’s were among 43 stolen Labubu dolls from a store in Melbourne's CBD last Wednesday. Victoria police say the 40-year old man charged for this crime awaits his hearing in May 2026.

Reporting live from the lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, we're here one last time in the newsroom bringing you the latest. It's Ada Konstantine, today's blog writer!

In a Victorian government press release, the new VCAA CEO Andrew Smith said students “can have every confidence” in the new recommendations addressing the leaks and mistakes in previous exams.  Image: Wix

Former Education Services Australia CEO, Andrew Smith will oversee the 2025 VCE exams, following his appointment earlier this year. This marks the third VCAA CEO change in two years, after leaks which affected 64 of 116 exam papers last year. VCAA CEO, Andrew Smith. Image: educationmattersmag.com.au

In April 2025, eight recommendations, including stronger governance and ceasing the creation of sample cover pages were made following an independent review conducted by public servant, Dr Yehudi Blacher. The Victorian government accepted all recommendations. Dr Yehudi Blacher. Image: monash.edu.au

Over 80,000 Year 12 students in Victoria will sit English exams today, with 160 tests scheduled until November 19. There will be changes to maths exams, reducing multiple-choice options from five to four.  Image: Wix

Victorians are being offered rebates on heating and cooling, insulation, solar power, and cooktops if they make the switch to electric.

The Treaty between First Nations People and the Victorian Government has been nearly a decade long process. Our reporter Ella Bryson has put together a brief history of the Treaty's development over the past 9 years. Head to our Instagram page for more. Images sourced from the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria and Victorian Parliament. #Treaty #AusPol #Victoria

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese received a warm welcome ahead of the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, in which he highlighted the region represents “Opportunities for economic growth in Australia and job creation in Australia.” Australia's Anthony Albanese met with Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim at the ASEAN summit (Image: ABC news)

Afia Khan reviews Deadbeat, the latest electro, psychedelic fusion from Aussie indie legend Tame Impala. Tame Impala, the psychedelic music project by Australian multi-instrumentalist and singer Kevin Parker, has released a new album after five years.   Titled ‘ Deadbeat ’, the fifth studio album is an ode to the highs and lows experienced at a rave.    Recorded in the Californian coastal town of Montecito and at his studio Wave House in Yallingup, Western Australia, it took

After decades of lobbying, Timor Leste has become the newest member of the Association of South East Asian nations. President Jose Ramos-Horta said in a speech at the summit, “This is not only a dream realised, but a powerful affirmation of our journey.” Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta and Timor-Lester Prime minister Xanana Gusmao at the signing of Timor-Leste's admission. (Photo: myASEAN2025.my )

Lando Norris has won the Mexico Grand Prix pushing teammate Oscar Piastri down to second place in the driver standings.  Britain's Lando Norris wins the Mexico Grand Prix (Image: Formula1.com )