88-Year-Old Somerville Woman Dies After Fatal Mt Eliza Collision

An 88-year-old woman from Somerville has died after a single-vehicle crash on Wooralla Drive in Mount Eliza. Police are investigating the cause of the collision.
Police Investigate Armed Burglary in Mount Martha

Police are investigating a burglary in Mount Martha on 10 April, where a resident confronted an intruder armed with a weapon. CCTV images have been released as detectives seek public assistance.
Mike Brown Labels Ben Smith a “Con” and Slams Clive Palmer–Teal Preference Deal

In an interview with STPL News, One Nation candidate Mike Brown accused Independent Ben Smith of being insincere and aligned with the Teals and Simon Holmes à Court. Brown also drew comparisons between Holmes à Court and Clive Palmer, labelling both as political “wreckers” amid ongoing campaign disputes.
Liberals Pledge $900 Million for Baxter Rail Line Extension in Dunkley

Nathan Conroy and Zoe McKenzie announce a $900 million Liberal Party pledge to extend the Baxter rail line, aiming to improve transport access to Frankston Hospital and Monash University.
Concerns Mount Over Future of Flinders Pier as Funding Falls Short

Save Flinders Pier campaigners warn the Victorian Government may only partially restore the historic pier, as new documents reveal budget shortfalls and minimal funding spent on actual repairs.