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Jess Wilson becomes Victorian Liberals' first female leader, shifting focus from crime to budget and cost of living. Could this historic change threaten Labor's dominance?
The Victorian Liberal Party has made history, electing Jess Wilson as its first female leader. Discover the details of the leadership spill and what this means for the next state election.
First-term MP Jess Wilson defeats Brad Battin in a leadership spill, becoming the Victorian Liberal Party's first female leader. Discover the implications for the party's future.
Victoria's opposition leader Brad Battin faces a leadership challenge as early as Tuesday. Shadow treasurer Jess Wilson has gathered support to test his position.
Democratic candidates notch significant wins in Virginia and beyond, though strategists warn against overconfidence as complex voter sentiments emerge.
Exclusive analysis reveals Democrats confronting challenging 2025 gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey as Republican momentum builds. Polling data signals potential power shifts in key battleground states.
Donald Trump makes strategic endorsements in crucial battleground states, backing Curtis Bashaw in New Jersey and Navy veteran John McGuire in Virginia as election season heats up.
Legendary GOP strategist Karl Rove reveals his crucial election forecasts for New York and Virginia contests, offering surprising insights into Republican prospects and Democratic strongholds.
In a dramatic political shift, Tanzania's first female president Samia Suluhu Hassan has reversed her predecessor's position and announced plans for competitive elections, marking a new era of democratic reform in the East African nation.
In a dramatic political twist, Victoria's Labor government has been forced to rely on One Nation and crossbench MPs to pass controversial voluntary assisted dying legislation after a major factional split within its own party.
A modern-day explorer uncovers hidden secrets of Victorian London using a genuine 1850s map, revealing how the city's landscape has transformed while some mysteries remain eternal.
New York's elections board confronts a major lawsuit alleging unconstitutional gerrymandering in newly drawn voting districts, threatening to reshape the state's political landscape ahead of crucial elections.
President Javier Milei's Libertarian party achieves decisive win in congressional elections, strengthening his radical economic reform agenda and shaking Argentina's political establishment.
Discover how a dilapidated Victorian lodge in South London was miraculously converted into an award-winning contemporary family residence while preserving its historic charm.
The Victorian government is proceeding with its landmark Aboriginal treaty against the will of voters, as new polling reveals significant public opposition to the divisive agreement.
The extraordinary story of Victorian MP John Cordle's lavish marble tomb that remains an aristocratic anomaly among the colourful beach bungalows of Sizewell, Suffolk.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Nigel Farage's Reform UK is making strategic gains in local councils, challenging traditional party strongholds and potentially reshaping Britain's political landscape ahead of the next general election.
Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley capitalises on Melbourne's crime wave, turning public safety fears into a major political victory that leaves Victorian Labor reeling.
A major investigation into a Victorian police employee has thrown more than 70 court cases into question, with authorities urgently reviewing potential evidence manipulation affecting criminal proceedings.
Victoria announces the return of free weekend public transport across trains, trams and buses this summer, building on last year's successful initiative to boost tourism and ease cost-of-living pressures.
Award-winning actresses Suranne Jones and Jodie Whittaker star in ITV's gripping new period drama about two women entangled in a dangerous web of deception in Victorian England.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK celebrates its first council election victory in Kent, signalling potential disruption to Britain's political landscape ahead of the general election.
A colossal 10-tonne fatberg is clogging London's Victorian sewers, created from congealed wet wipes and cooking fats. Thames Water declares war on the growing problem threatening the city's infrastructure.
Discover how a forgotten Victorian public convenience in London has been miraculously converted into an extraordinary luxury hotel suite, blending historic charm with modern sophistication.
Richard Holmes's 'The Boundless Deep' uncovers Alfred Tennyson's rebellious student days at Cambridge, revealing the passionate poet behind the Victorian icon.
The Australian horse racing community is devastated by the sudden passing of respected trainer and broadcaster Warren Huntly at 53, remembered for his expertise and warm personality.
A Londoner reveals what it's really like living in former public conveniences transformed into a micro-home, complete with original Victorian features and modern comforts.
In a stunning David vs Goliath clash, Victorian state league side Heidelberg United are preparing to shock A-League giants Newcastle Jets in what promises to be the most dramatic Australia Cup final in recent memory. Discover how this grassroots club is d