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Melbourne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Melbourne News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Melbourne—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Melbourne News Today is your

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1:41

A Personal Ritual for Belonging | Melbourne News

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2026/07/19

A parent crafted a deeply personal high tea ritual for their daughter’s twelfth birthday, replacing tradition with symbolic elements and her own vows, creating a sacred space for connection, belonging, and empowerment — a modern ceremony rooted in ancient human needs for meaning, community, and shared identity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news

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1:23

Australia’s AI Rules Take Shape | Melbourne News

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2026/07/19

Australia is cracking down on AI as federal departments ramp up automation — but with guardrails to prevent repeat mistakes like the robodebt scandal. New rules will ensure AI systems are fair, transparent, and accountable in areas like public services and job replacement. Attorney-General Michelle Rowland leads the charge, as the government also pushes for a digital duty of care law, updated privacy protections, and workplace AI safety standards. A new AI office will coordinate government-wide

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1:33

New Laws Hold Tech Accountable for Kids Online |...

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2026/07/19

Victoria’s bold new laws aim to shield kids online by empowering Vcat to force social media and AI firms to reveal anonymous users’ identities—crucial for tackling online vilification. Parents can now sue for negligence without proving 10% permanent impairment, slashing the legal hurdle for mental health harm claims. Backed by mounting research on social media’s toll on youth, this is seen as a vital first step—though advocates hope it’ll expand to cover cyberbullying and defamation. As global

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1:41

Forever Together Even After | Melbourne News

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2026/07/19

Two best friends since they were nineteen, Tania and Ella, are now forty-three and planning to buy neighboring plots in a cemetery — not just for practicality, but as a powerful symbol of their unbreakable bond. From dancing through the rave scene to weathering mental health battles and grief, they’ve been each other’s rock for over two decades. They talk daily, end calls with “Good night, love you!”, and even joke about a “Thelma and Louise” finale. Their dream? To live together in retirement,

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1:44

Warm Skis, Hot Fuel Prices | Melbourne News

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2026/07/18

Australia’s ski resorts are basking in record-breaking July heat as temperatures soar past 11°C, while global oil prices spike due to Middle East tensions, pushing diesel costs up 15 cents a litre in just five days. Economists warn fuel prices could climb another 10 cents, with oil potentially hitting $150 a barrel if conflict escalates. Compounding the squeeze, Australia’s fuel excise cut expires August 2nd, adding 16 cents at the pump—leaving motorists bracing for higher bills as the nation

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1:42

Retired Officers Return as Reservists | Melbourne News

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2026/07/18

Victoria Police is turning to retired officers to plug a staffing gap—over 1,000 have signed up to return as reservists, but not to patrol the streets. Instead, they’ll tackle admin and desk work, freeing up current officers for frontline community policing. The move responds to long-standing recruitment struggles and aims to maximize existing resources. Former officers, like 68-year-old Margaret Lewis, are eager to lend their experience and find renewed purpose. The first 25 reservists will

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1:25

CEO Convicted of Grooming Kids | Melbourne News

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2026/07/18

Richard Irving, a former sports club boss convicted of grooming a 14-year-old online, kept his CEO role at the Eltham Wildcats for nearly 17 months after being charged — and even after being found guilty. He was hired by Habitat for Humanity unaware of the investigation, and the charity only learned of his crimes after media exposure. Parents are furious, demanding resignations, while Victoria Police stay silent — pending his appeal — as the case exposes a glaring failure in child protection

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1:46

Yarraville’s Crossroads: Change or Chaos | Melbourne...

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2026/07/18

Yarraville’s historic Anderson Street level crossing is set for a dramatic transformation—shut down to cars, turned into a pedestrian plaza with two new underpasses. While the state touts safety gains and reduced delays, traders fear lost business, residents debate the suburb’s soul, and locals protest the design’s potential to fragment the shopping strip. A family’s home, a beloved cafe, and heritage trees are also in the crosshairs. With 2,500 cars daily and a deadly accident history,

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1:22

ICE Takedown Sparks Political Fire | Melbourne News

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2026/07/18

A 57-year-old Australian man, Phu Nguyen, was detained by ICE in Los Angeles after a chaotic arrest attempt in Las Vegas, where bystanders intervened as agents—unmarked and unprofessional—attempted to cuff him mid-flight. ICE claims he overstayed his visa and tried to flee, but critics slam the operation as reckless and damaging to public trust and tourism. The Australian government is now investigating, though it can’t directly intervene in detention. This incident sparks renewed debate over

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2:18

Wildfires Now Threaten Cities Globally | Melbourne News

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2026/07/18

Wildfires are exploding across the globe, turning once-safe cities and parks into deadly zones as climate change dries out landscapes and fuels catastrophic blazes. From France to Spain, the UK to Canada, record-breaking fires are overwhelming firefighters who now face impossible choices—rationing resources, prioritizing which flames to fight, and letting others burn. With smoke choking major cities and deaths mounting, experts warn this isn’t just a regional crisis but a global emergency

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1:07

Man Missing After Canoe Flip on Goulburn River |...

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2026/07/18

A 53-year-old man is missing after his canoe flipped on the Goulburn River near Ghin Ghin, just two hours northeast of Melbourne. His friend escaped and called for help, but the man—wearing no life jacket—was swept away by fast-moving currents. Despite being described as a strong swimmer, search teams from police, fire, and the SES are racing against time to locate him. The swift water rescue unit is on scene, and updates are expected as the operation continues. Listen in comfort:Get a

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2:04

Campuses Under Fire: Jewish Students Speak |...

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2026/07/18

Universities across Australia are under fire as the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion uncovers a troubling pattern: Jewish students and staff are being targeted in increasingly aggressive protests tied to the Gaza conflict, with many reporting isolation, fear, and even hiding their identities. While campus activism has a history, recent encampments—often led by external activists—have escalated into racial and religious vilification, leaving Jewish community members feeling

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1:52

Mecca CEOs Face Backlash Over Neglected Property |...

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2026/07/18

Co-CEOs of beauty giant Mecca, Jo Horgan and Peter Wetenhall, are facing backlash from Richmond residents over a derelict property they own next to their HQ—described as a “slum” with graffiti, squatters, and unsafe conditions. Longtime neighbor Carol Pelham-Thorman calls it “ugly, unhealthy,” while locals like Stephen McCulloch label the neglect an “embarrassment.” Despite a spokesperson’s claims of repainting one building and ongoing graffiti removal efforts, no concrete timelines exist. The

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1:50

BK Labour Scandal and Big Build Contracts | Melbourne...

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2026/07/18

Bernard Kearney, owner of BK Labour, dodged a criminal conviction and hefty fine by settling for just $3,000 after pleading guilty to falsifying documents tied to cash withdrawals—suspected bribes. His company, backed by the CFMEU, secured nearly $400 million in Victoria’s Big Build contracts, funds allegedly diverted from sporting clubs. Police are still hunting who received the money, while demanding new powers to track finances and intercept communications. Premier Jacinta Allan’s office

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2:09

Laos Distillery Owner Charged in Tourist Deaths |...

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2026/07/17

Laos has charged the owner of a distillery linked to a deadly 2023 methanol poisoning that killed six tourists, including two young Australian women, with operating an illegal business and selling harmful products — facing up to four years in prison and a fine, with the case open for 15 years for potential future charges. Families of the victims are outraged, calling the justice offered inadequate and demanding Australian intervention, as Australia deploys a special envoy to push for

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1:31

Brother of AFL Legend Vanished in 2012 | Melbourne News

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2026/07/17

A decade later, the chilling case of missing AFL legend Barry Breen’s brother, Brendan, takes a dramatic turn as a 72-year-old man, Brian James Hall, is charged with his murder. Last seen in Melbourne in April 2012, Brendan vanished without a trace—his bank accounts and phone went dark, and his ex-partner reported him missing after he abruptly disappeared. Initially thought to have simply fled, police now believe foul play was involved. Hall, who pleaded not guilty, is set to face trial in the

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1:35

Deeming Removed From Liberal Candidate List |...

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2026/07/17

Moira Deeming, a Liberal MP in Victoria, has been dumped from the party’s candidate list after dropping her legal battle over a disputed headlock incident — a move the party says signals closure as they gear up for the November election. The fallout began when Deeming accused another MP of a headlock, later admitting she misinterpreted the move, while CCTV showed only a hand on her back — police found no wrongdoing. The other MP denied any misconduct and said he deserved an apology. Deeming

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1:55

Court Halts Flood Project for Cultural Oversight |...

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2026/07/17

A Wadi Wadi traditional owner has won a landmark court battle against a floodplain restoration project in Victoria’s northwest, forcing the government to admit it failed to properly consult Aboriginal communities before approving the plan. The Supreme Court’s ruling has halted all work at the Nyah site, requiring a new cultural heritage management plan before construction can resume. This victory underscores a wider failure in Indigenous consultation across similar projects, including a second

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1:55

Holocaust Legacy and Campus Tensions | Melbourne News

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2026/07/17

Australia’s Holocaust legacy is at the heart of a major royal commission, as Professor David Slucki warns that understanding Jewish identity and generational trauma is vital for societal cohesion. Speaking at Melbourne hearings, he emphasized that many Australian Jews are descendants of Holocaust survivors, and their lives are deeply shaped by that history. The commission is now turning its focus to Sydney, where upcoming hearings will examine protests at the Opera House and NSW Parliament,

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1:34

Dennis Faces New Legal Fallout | Melbourne News

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2026/07/17

Olympian Rohan Dennis is back in the spotlight — this time for pleading guilty to driving with a suspended license, just months after being banned from driving for five years following the tragic death of his wife, Melissa Hoskins. The incident occurred when police pulled him over while he was driving with two children. The family of Melissa, though not seeking jail time, hasn’t received an apology and has condemned Dennis’s controversial social media post as deeply offensive. Dennis now faces

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