The city of Melbourne is pushing for more murals and public art across neighbourhoods, aiming to improve the quality and spread of murals on public-facing walls. Do we already have enough murals around the city? Are there better ways to spend council funding?
Victoria is planning a major increase in fees for quarries and extractive industries. The industry says the higher costs could eventually flow through to construction materials. Do you think this will end up making building and housing even more expensive?
Do you think this is a good move?
Machetes were traditionally sold as tools for clearing dense vegetation, cutting cane and branches. But since 1 September 2025, machetes have been classified as prohibited weapons in Victoria, with their sale and possession now banned except for limited exemptions. So how are machetes still ending up on the streets? What's behind the obsession among some young people with carrying this type of weapon?
Should election promises be treated as commitments?
Former Neighbours actor Damien Richardson has lost his appeal against his conviction for performing a gesture resembling a Nazi salute at a political event in Melbourne in 2024. Richardson argued the gesture was sarcastic and intended to mock comparison between him and Hitler. The court rejected that argument, saying the gesture was made in a political context and did not qualify for an artistic or educational exemption. Do you think Damien was being genuine? How much thought do politicians actually give to their behaviour when they're in the public eye?
Premier Ben Carroll will reform its suppression-order laws so convicted rapists can no longer use them to keep their identities secret. The announcement follows controversy surrounding the cases of Ralph Carr and Tom Silvagni. Should convicted offenders be allowed to remain anonymous after being found guilty?
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/11/victoria-to-ban-suppression-orders-for-rapists-ntwnfb
Up to 7 million litres of diesel could be stored just 250 metres from homes in Campbellfield, and residents say they weren't properly informed about the scale of the project. How comfortable would you be living that close to a facility with that much fuel stored on site?
Even though the headline is a bit sensationalist, organised crime in Melbourne seems to be taking a more worrying turn.
Manningham Council in Melbourne's east is considering a proposal to acquire, and if necessary compulsorily acquire, seven private homes in Doncaster, Doncaster East and Bulleen. Do you think creating more pocket parks justifies removing homes?
Melbourne is facing growing pressure to build more homes, and one idea gaining attention is creating more "15-minute neighbourhoods", places where people can access shops, schools, parks, healthcare and public transport without needing a long commute. A key part of this idea is the so-called "missing middle" increasing housing density without turning every suburb into high-rise towers. Supporters say more density in existing suburbs could mean more housing options, better services and less time stuck in traffic. Critics argue that higher density could change the character of neighbourhoods and put more pressure on roads, schools and infrastructure. Many people believe the only solution is to slow migration until infrastructure is able to keep pace.
Would you support more duplexes, townhouses and low-rise apartments in your suburb if it meant better transport, local shops and services nearby?
Following the recent incident at Camp Sovereignty in central Melbourne, many residents are asking whether enough is being done to keep public spaces safe and well-managed. With the police investigation underway, community leaders are urging calm while calling for a closer look at how local authorities handle security in the CBD. What are your thoughts?
Pauline Hanson has blocked journalists from ABC, The Age and The Guardian from attending a One Nation press conference in Melbourne where the party announced its new Victorian election candidates. The event was used to introduce One Nation's Victorian candidates ahead of the state election, with Hanson saying the party believes it has growing support among voters who are unhappy with the major parties. The decision has raised questions about media freedom and whether political parties should be able to choose which journalists get access to their events.
Does banning certain media outlets hurt Pauline Hanson and her new Victorian candidates by creating more criticism, or does it actaully help them by reinforcing their message that they are challenging the mainstream media?
Many of us have seen the heartbreaking news about the 98-year-old woman in Melbourne's west who passed away after waiting almost three hours for paramedics. Ambulance Victoria confirmed they were under "significant demand", but ambulance ramping and system delays are clearly spiralling.
With public hospital doctors announcing strike action and healthcare workers at breaking point, all eyes are on our new Premier.
Have you or someone you know experienced ridiculous wait times or ramping at local EDs recently?
Nine teenagers have been charged over an alleged series of violent offences across Melbourne, including multiple alleged carjackings and vehicle thefts, and are due to face a children's court. The case has reignited debate about how Victoria should deal with repeat youth offenders. Public frustration over youth crime seems to be growing, especially when repeat offenders are involved. What do you think, will tougher laws actually make Melbourne safer?
Do you think these young offenders can change their behaviour, even if they are repeat offenders, if the underlying issues behind their actions are addressed through psychological support?
Injecting completely unknown concoctions into your body from non-qualified people is wild. How does this even happen in this day and age? Are people just finding these "practitioners" through random Instagram/Telegram ads and not checking AHPRA registration at all? Or these scammers are just that convincing?
Nothing huge, just one realistic improvement. For example: synchronizing the traffic lights so drivers don't end up hitting every single red light, no matter which route they take.
So what's actually going on here, are Ben i Jacinta on the same page or not? Deputy Premier Ben Carrol has officially thrown his hat in the ring for the Labor leadership, claiming Jacinta Allan doesn't have the party's support anymore. Since the Premier is refusing to back down, we're now looking at 5 to 6 week vote to settle it. Even though "Old Backflip Ben" (as people have dubbed him on social media) was publicly backing Jacinta in front of the cameras not that long ago, it's pretty clear he was working against her behind the scenes the whole time. While the public entertains itself with nicknames and political drama, Victoria's state debt continues to climb and broader issues remain unaddressed. Can a shift in leadership at this late stage actually deliver meaningful change, or are voters simply waiting for November to deliver their final verdict?