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A safety net designed to cut costs for sick Australians is being rorted by some doctors who are instead jacking up fees, according to the most comprehensive review of Medicare since its inception. Victorian public servants have been told to stop using gendered titles including ‘Mrs or Mr’ and ‘madam’ or ‘sir’ to avoid exclusion and offending non-heterosexual people. More court hearings will be run virtually in a bid to speed up matters and clear a growing backlog of cases after the coronavirus pandemic had a huge impact on the states justice system. One in five Aussies unable to primp and preen in lockdown were distressed because of the beauty industry’s closure, a new study has found. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A loving mother and wife is being remembered after plunging to her death in front of her family after a photo opportunity at the Grampians ended in tragedy. A Non-invasive procedure that removes benign breast lumps without the need for open surgery has been introduced at a Melbourne hospital. The Australian Education Union is pushing for teachers to be prioritised for COVID-19 vaccinations, right behind aged care and health workers, so that another school year is not compromised by outbreaks and school closures. New research has found pet owners may spend more on their four-legged companions than a small BMW over the course of their pet’s lifetime. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne woman has died in a tragic accident at a popular lookout spot in the Grampians. The 38-year-old from Craigieburn fell 80m from ­Boroka lookout near Halls Gap, after allegedly climbing over a barrier to pose for a photo. Victorians are being warned that more coronavirus is on its way to Australia, after five positive COVID-19 passengers arrived from Europe and Asia with the virus last night. The positive cases are being quarantined. The number of murderers and thugs feared to be at high-risk of reoffending has more than doubled in just 12 months. Australia’s first-ever permanent immersive digital art gallery will open with an eye-popping Vincent van Gogh spectacular at South Wharf in April. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state government has cancelled Melbourne’s flagship Australia Day parade next year citing COVID-19 as the main reason. Some Victorian schools are choosing to keep students in the same classes with the same teachers for another year, in a bid to help deal with the aftermath of home learning. Fatal shark attacks have increased in Australia over the past 20 years. There have been eight fatalities so far this year, the most number of deaths since 1929. Victoria is set for a post-COVID baby boom with maternity bookings at some hospitals already skyrocketing for the new year. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crisis-plagued West Gate Tunnel has hit another snag with tunneling not expected to get underway until mid-2021 amid concerns the $6.7 billion toll road has slipped two years behind schedule. Two Victorian abattoirs are the latest to be caught in China’s trade crackdown, with their lamb exports in limbo after they were voluntarily suspended during COVID-19 outbreaks. Thousands of clients of a major Melbourne real estate firm have had their private information hacked. Sensitive financial details, home addresses and even passport numbers are feared to have been stolen. Packaged foods promoted as healthy are making us fat and sick according to a new study. Junk food is often blamed as the enemy of good health, but new research has found people are becoming obese from eating processed foods they don’t realise are bad for them. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mother of murdered Melbourne woman Celeste Manno has launched a powerful plea for a major overhaul of the justice system, which failed to protect her daughter. Victoria’s peak infrastructure body has urged the state to get to work on a new cross-city rail line and the long-awaited outer metropolitan ring road with freight links within the next two years. We’re being urged to celebrate with homegrown wine this festive season. Wine industry heavyweights are calling on Aussie’s to support local producers who face Chinese tariffs of up to 200 per cent that will have a crippling effect on many growers. Collingwood will be working “the phones” with rival AFL clubs ahead of Wednesday night’s national draft as it looks to secure four picks inside the top 40. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power bills will be slashed from next month to the lowest level in five years. Energy retailers are feeling festive handing out Christmas discounts to half a million Victorian households. Explosive testimony involving sexual misconduct has been heard about a sacked St Kevin’s College teacher who is seeking reinstatement. During a four day Fair Work Commission hearing Mr Simon Parris admitted to initiating hugs of students, sending a tweet about wet dreams and storing “hard core gay pornography” on his school computer. Retail workers and hospitality staff will be given greater flexibility to work extra hours under proposed changes to Australia’s workplace laws. Consumers will pay less for red wine, but more for white wine as part of the fallout from COVID-19 and China’s import taxes on Aussie wines. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians will be able to stand while having a drink and more, under relaxed COVID-19 restrictions. New laws proposed to help casual workers move into permanent positions. German travellers wrongly allowed to board flight to Melbourne without quarantining. Steve Smith snubbed from Australian captaincy. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police focused on compiling hit list of the state’s 40 worst youth gangs to crackdown on crime. Airport sniffer dogs could be on the hunt for COVID-19 in returning travellers. Shane Warne knocks off a million dollars from his asking price for Brighton mansion. Austin Waugh walks away from cricket with the hope he’ll fall back in love with the game. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sex worker charged with murder after starting fatal fire did not know the family killed. Restrictions set to ease on Sunday where patrons will be able to stand and drink outdoors at venues. New process being developed could help increase likelihood of infertile couples falling pregnant via IVF. Banks may have to start telling homeowners if their interest rate is their best offer. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman has been charged with murder and arson after house fire claims lives of young couple and their three-week-old baby. Christmas carollers told to mask up for COVID-19. Marvel Stadium set to get a glow-up with new entrances and more greenery. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian coronavirus vaccine to roll out from next week in the UK, meaning stranded Aussies may be able to avoid hotel quarantine if they get the jab. Industry groups want Victoria to follow the lead of NSW’s easing of restrictions. Australian Open to start in February after tennis superstars finish strict two-week quarantine. Australian new all-round gun dubbed Australia’s best since Ricky Ponting. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian propaganda videos claim Australian academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert is a spy. Police investigating drop of drugs by drone into Melbourne maximum security jail. Kmart launches dolls with Down Syndrome as part of inclusivity range. Sporting brain bank effectively operating pro-bono despite uncovering degenerative brain disease in AFL greats. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Mokbel in bid for freedom following royal commission demand. International flights returning to Melbourne with new strict hotel quarantine program. Self harming study results shock seasoned experts - If you or someone you know is in need help, call Lifeline on 131 114, visit www.lifeline.org.au/gethelp, or call beyondblue on 1300 224 636. Swans in talks to revive former No.1 pick Paddy McCartin’s career. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at heraldsun.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria’s peak business body is calling for office staff to be allowed to sit at their desks without a mask. An early childhood worker who lied about being a qualified teacher bought a printer to make fake documents. New research shows playgroups don’t just benefit kids, but yield massive advantages for their parents. Melbourne researchers are trialling a new test which analyses people’s genes to see if they’re at risk of coronary heart disease. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne businesswoman has been charged over child care fraud worth up to $15 million. A Melbourne academic has celebrated her freedom with a Tim Tam and a cup of coffee. Experts say Victoria’s COVID-free status could continue into the new year. A smart watch has saved the life of a 17-year-old girl. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Smoking and vaping in public spaces is set to be banned across central Melbourne. Regional rail maintenance workers to go on strike. Plans for a revamped Sovereign Hill over the next 20 years has been revealed. The ATP Cup is likely to be the biggest casualty of the Australian Open calendar shuffle. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bikie boss Toby Mitchell has allegedly been knocked out by a homeless man during a brawl at Southbank. A brutal video has captured the moment a patron was left unconscious by a security guard at a Melbourne pub. A leading gender advocate is accusing companies of being on “autopilot” with women still earningless than men. The Australian Open could still go ahead in January with the world’s top tennis players to undergo “rigorous” quarantine requirements. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VIC government’s $346 billion spending plan over four years to rescue from it’s COVID-induced economic crisis. Ballarat conwoman jailed again after her cancer lies. The world’s leading medical minds have been offered a $5 million boost to come to Melbourne to develop new treatments for sick children. Aussie cricket stars are considering a Twenty20 tour of COVID-safe New Zealand instead of the Test tour of South Africa. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria has no active coronavirus cases and the state’s hospitals are completely COVID-free. A massive health building program will see the Royal Melbourne Hospital redeveloped. Two landfill sites in Melbourne’s west have been given state government approval to handle the toxic dirt. Christmas delivery deadlines are drawing closer. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Masks are expected to no longer be needed outdoors and we could be allowed more people over by Christmas. Victoria’s surgery backlog could see some patients wait 400 days before operation. The National Gallery of Victoria has discovered a 100 year old painting hidden behind another famous piece. Sheedy has a list of rules to make the AFL a safer game. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An agreement has been made on plans set for a 30 minute airport rail link into Melbourne’s CBD. Police investigating the lie that caused SA six-day shutdown. Thousands of secret Schoolies events have been planned across VIC. get ready for a Covid-safe Boxing Day Test. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Details emerge of report into Australian Special Forces and the unlawful murders of up to 39 Afghani people. The coroner attributes major police failures to Bourke Street rampage. Fruit juice could be deemed more unhealthy than diet Coke with current star ratings. A former Magpies director says Eddie Mcguire should step down. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mental health facility to be built in honour of a St kilda great. The Premier is due to reduce mask restrictions from this Sunday. Victoria paramedics feeling overworked and understaffed. Australian Open could be delayed if International competitors can’t arrive on time. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A photo online may have triggered man into stabbing his former boss to death. Chinese national living in Melbourne charged in relation to foreign-interference targeting Alan Tudge. Teachers given the go-ahead for leniency on 2020 school reports. Santa takes his sleigh elsewhere after getting no lunch break. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman killed in Mernda may have been stalked by her murderer. Leading health expert says wearing masks outdoors is unnecessary. Celeb chef Pete Evans is dumped from a major international publisher. Nathan Buckley admits the forcing out of Collingwood players for salary issues was brutal. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tennis Australia has moved at least five major tournaments to Melbourne to ensure local and international players are available for the Australian Open. A huge production plant will be constructed in Melbourne to ensure medicines for future flu pandemics can be quickly made locally. Melbourne’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display the latest victim of the COVID pandemic. And Adam Treloar’s partner breaks her silence on the Collingwood trade debacle. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conman has stolen the private records of wealthy Australian punters and planned to use the information to convince them to invest in get-rich-quick schemes. Volunteer firefighters say they won’t fight fires near new high-voltage powerlines, because it’s too dangerous. Two women who posted negative slurs about a business rival on social media forced to pay $150,000 in fines. And Essendon recruit Jye Caldwell opens up about why he’s leaving GWS. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal government and pharmaceutical companies are ramping up security efforts and threatening harsh penalties for anyone trying to trade COVID-19 vaccines on the black market, in a bid to safeguard Australian supplies. A record spend on social infrastructure to be the centrepiece of next week’s state budget. Roberta Williams committed to stand trial over the assault of a TV producer. And more play time for kids at school next year, to compensate for months of missed face-to-face time this year. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM announces a special investigation amid claims Australian soldiers committed dozens of potential war crimes in Afghanistan. The truck driver charged over the Eastern Freeway crash that killed four police officers, has taken a plea deal. Australia being warned to brace for more extreme weather events in the coming years. And a dramatic finish to the AFL’s trade period with a few surprise moves by Collingwood. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland Health officials say Victorians may be allowed to travel to the Sunshine State for Christmas, without having to quarantine. Type 1 Diabetics in Victoria will be the first to trial a new drug that could eliminate the need for insulin injections. Booze buses return to the state’s roads this weekend as holiday-makers head out of town. And Carlton co-caption Sam Docherty expected to make a full recovery after cancer surgery. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Researchers believe the rule for mandatory wearing of masks outdoors could be scrapped if COVID-19 cases remain low. There’s talk of a massive expansion of point-to-point speed camera technology on our roads, to get us closer to zero fatalities. The state’s arts and events industry given a major boost with a $17.2 million cash injection from the government. And the trade war between Geelong and GWS heats up ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. For updates and breaking news throughout the day, take out a subscription atheraldsun.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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